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Close-up of gooey German Chocolate Cookie with melty chocolate chunks

German Chocolate Cookies You’ll Absolutely Love


  • Author: Chef Jennifer
  • Total Time: 27 minutes
  • Yield: 24 cookies 1x
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

Rich, gooey, and irresistibly delicious, these German Chocolate Cookies blend deep cocoa, sweet coconut, and crunchy pecans into a crowd-pleasing classic.


Ingredients

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  • 2 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
  • 1 tsp baking soda
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 1 cup unsalted butter (softened)
  • 1 cup brown sugar
  • 1/2 cup granulated sugar
  • 2 large eggs
  • 2 tsp vanilla extract
  • 1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chunks
  • 1 cup sweetened shredded coconut
  • 3/4 cup chopped pecans

Instructions

  1. Preheat Oven: Set oven to 350°F and line baking sheets with parchment paper.
  2. Mix Dry Ingredients: Combine flour, cocoa, baking soda, and salt in a bowl.
  3. Cream Butter & Sugars: Beat butter, brown sugar, and granulated sugar until fluffy.
  4. Add Eggs & Vanilla: Mix in eggs one at a time, then vanilla.
  5. Combine Everything: Add dry ingredients to wet and mix. Fold in chocolate, coconut, and pecans.
  6. Scoop & Bake: Drop spoonfuls of dough on baking sheet and bake for 10–12 minutes.
  7. Cool: Let cool on the sheet for 5 minutes, then move to a rack.

Notes

Chill dough for chewier texture. Toast pecans for added flavor. Substitute walnuts if needed.

  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 12 minutes
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Baked
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 cookie
  • Calories: 210
  • Sugar: 16g
  • Sodium: 110mg
  • Fat: 12g
  • Saturated Fat: 7g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 4g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 24g
  • Fiber: 2g
  • Protein: 2g
  • Cholesterol: 35mg

Keywords: German Chocolate Cookies, chocolate coconut cookies