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German Chocolate Cookies

Irresistibly Chewy German Chocolate Cookies You’ll Adore

These German Chocolate Cookies combine rich chocolate, nutty pecans, and coconut for an indulgent treat.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 12 minutes
Cooling Time 5 minutes
Total Time 32 minutes
Servings: 24 cookies
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: German
Calories: 150
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Cookie Dough
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour this forms the base of your cookies for that perfect chewy texture!
  • ½ teaspoon baking soda it helps the cookies rise and gives them a lovely soft bite.
  • ¼ teaspoon salt a pinch enhances the sweetness and balances the flavors.
  • ½ cup unsalted butter softened, it adds richness and moisture to your cookies.
  • ½ cup granulated sugar this sweetens your cookies and contributes to a light texture.
  • ½ cup packed brown sugar brings in a deep caramel flavor and adds humidity to each bite.
  • 1 large egg binds the ingredients, ensuring your cookies hold together perfectly.
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract adds a warm, inviting aroma that makes them irresistible.
For the Mix-Ins
  • 1 cup sweetened shredded coconut brings a tropical twist, enhancing the delectable flavor profile.
  • ½ cup chopped pecans adds a delightful crunch and nutty richness that pairs beautifully with chocolate.
  • 1 cup chocolate chunks because more chocolate is always better; they melt beautifully.

Equipment

  • Mixing bowls
  • Electric mixer
  • Baking Sheet
  • parchment paper
  • spatula

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, and salt.
  3. In a large bowl, cream together the butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until smooth and fluffy.
  4. Beat in the egg and vanilla extract until fully incorporated.
  5. Gradually add the dry ingredient mixture to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined.
  6. Gently fold in the shredded coconut, chopped pecans, and chocolate chunks using a spatula.
  7. Drop rounded dollops of dough onto a baking sheet lined with parchment paper, spacing them about 2 inches apart.
  8. Bake for 10-12 minutes until the edges are lightly golden and the centers remain soft.
  9. Allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cookieCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 2gFat: 7gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 20mgSodium: 100mgPotassium: 90mgFiber: 1gSugar: 10gVitamin A: 200IUCalcium: 10mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Chill the dough for 30 minutes before baking for even chewier cookies.

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