Description
German Chocolate Cookies offer a delightful twist on the classic German chocolate cake, marrying rich chocolate with sweet coconut and crunchy pecans. These soft and chewy cookies can be prepared in under 30 minutes, making them perfect for quick treats or special occasions. With their irresistible flavor and satisfying texture, they are sure to impress family and friends alike!
Ingredients
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- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup brown sugar (packed)
- 1 tsp baking soda
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter (softened)
- 1 large egg (room temperature)
- 3/4 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
- 3/4 cup sweetened coconut flakes
- 1/2 cup chopped pecans (toasted)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
- In a bowl, whisk together flour, cocoa powder, baking soda, and salt.
- In another bowl, cream softened butter with granulated sugar and brown sugar until fluffy. Beat in the egg.
- Gradually mix dry ingredients into the wet mixture until just combined.
- Fold in chocolate chips, coconut flakes, and toasted pecans.
- Drop spoonfuls of dough onto prepared sheets, spacing them about two inches apart.
- Bake for 10-12 minutes until edges are set but centers remain soft. Cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring to wire racks.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie (30g)
- Calories: 140
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 19g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 15mg