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German Chocolate Cookies

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Indulge in the delightful flavors of German Chocolate Cookies, a decadent treat that captures the essence of traditional German chocolate cake without the fuss. These rich and chewy cookies are generously packed with sweetened shredded coconut and crunchy pecans, harmonizing perfectly with melty chocolate pieces. Whether you’re hosting a gathering or simply treating yourself, these cookies are sure to impress with their luscious texture and irresistible taste. Easy to make and perfect for sharing, this recipe yields 36 delicious cookies that everyone will love.

  • Total Time: 25 minutes
  • Yield: Approximately 36 cookies 1x

Ingredients

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  • 1 cup melted butter
  • 1 ½ cups brown sugar (packed)
  • 1 large egg
  • 1 egg yolk
  • 2 ½ cups all-purpose flour
  • 1/3 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
  • 3/4 cup sweetened shredded coconut
  • 1/2 cup chopped pecans
  • 2 ounces semisweet chocolate (chopped)

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F and line baking sheets with parchment paper.
  2. In a mixing bowl, combine melted butter and brown sugar until well mixed. Let cool for about 5 minutes.
  3. Add one egg and one egg yolk, mixing until combined. Stir in vanilla extract.
  4. In another bowl, whisk together flour, cocoa powder, baking soda, and salt. Gradually add to the wet ingredients until just combined.
  5. Fold in coconut, pecans, and chopped chocolate.
  6. Using a medium cookie scoop, drop dough onto prepared sheets, spacing them two inches apart.
  7. Bake for 8–12 minutes or until edges are set; let cool on the sheet for five minutes before transferring to a wire rack.
  • Author: Amanda
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 10 minutes
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 cookie (28g)
  • Calories: 145
  • Sugar: 10g
  • Sodium: 75mg
  • Fat: 7g
  • Saturated Fat: 4g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 2g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 18g
  • Fiber: 1g
  • Protein: 2g
  • Cholesterol: 15mg
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