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Easy German Chocolate Cookies

Easy German Chocolate Cookies You Can Whip Up in No Time

These Easy German Chocolate Cookies are a delightful twist on the classic cake, offering a rich combination of chocolate, coconut, and pecans.
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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
  

Cookies
  • 2 cups All-Purpose Flour A gluten-free blend works too.
  • 1/2 cup Unsweetened Cocoa Powder Dark cocoa can be used for deeper notes.
  • 1 teaspoon Baking Soda Ensure freshness for best results.
  • 1/2 teaspoon Salt Enhances overall flavor.
  • 1/2 cup Butter Substitute margarine for a dairy-free option.
  • 1 cup Brown Sugar Try coconut sugar for a healthier choice.
  • 1/2 cup Granulated Sugar Balances out sweetness.
  • 1 large Egg Use a flax egg for a vegan alternative.
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract Always opt for pure vanilla.
  • 1 cup Chopped Pecans Substitute walnuts or omit for nut-free cookies.
  • 1 cup Sweetened Shredded Coconut Use unsweetened for less sugar.
  • 1 cup Chocolate Chunks Opt for dark chocolate for a richer experience.

Equipment

  • Mixing bowl
  • Baking Sheet
  • Parchment paper
  • Oven

Method
 

Steps
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a large baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. Whisk together the all-purpose flour, unsweetened cocoa powder, baking soda, and salt in a mixing bowl.
  3. Melt the butter and combine it with brown sugar and granulated sugar until creamy and smooth.
  4. Add the egg and vanilla extract to the butter-sugar mixture and mix until smooth.
  5. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, stirring gently until just combined.
  6. Fold in the chopped pecans, sweetened shredded coconut, and chocolate chunks.
  7. Drop rounded mounds of dough onto the prepared baking sheet, spacing them about 2 inches apart.
  8. Bake for 10 to 12 minutes, until the edges are set and the centers are slightly underbaked.
  9. Remove the cookies from the oven and cool on the baking sheet for about 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cookieCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 2gFat: 7gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 20mgSodium: 100mgPotassium: 90mgFiber: 1gSugar: 10gVitamin A: 200IUCalcium: 15mgIron: 1mg

Notes

These cookies are freezer-friendly; freeze a batch for spontaneous cravings or unannounced visitors.

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