Irresistibly Rich German Chocolate Cookies You’ll Love
These German Chocolate Cookies feature a rich cocoa base, crunchy pecans, and shredded coconut, providing a delightful treat in just 27 minutes.
Equipment
- mixing bowls
- whisk
- baking sheet
- parchment paper
- spatula
- cookie scoop
Ingredients
For the Dough
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 0.5 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 0.5 teaspoon baking soda
- 0.25 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 0.5 cup granulated sugar
- 0.5 cup brown sugar, packed
- 1 large egg
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
For the Add-ins
- 1 cup sweetened shredded coconut
- 0.5 cup chopped pecans
- 1 cup chocolate chunks
Instructions
Step-by-Step Instructions for German Chocolate Cookies
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the all-purpose flour, cocoa powder, baking soda, and salt.
- In another bowl, whisk together the melted butter, granulated sugar, brown sugar, egg, and vanilla extract until smooth.
- Gradually pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and stir until just combined.
- Fold in the sweetened shredded coconut, chopped pecans, and chocolate chunks.
- Drop rounded portions of dough onto the prepared baking sheet, spacing them about 2 inches apart.
- Bake for 10-12 minutes, until the edges are set but the centers look slightly soft.
- Allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack.
Notes
For best results, chill dough for 30 minutes before baking and store cookies in an airtight container to maintain softness.
Nutrition
Serving: 1cookieCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 2gFat: 7gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 2.5gCholesterol: 20mgSodium: 90mgPotassium: 50mgFiber: 1gSugar: 10gVitamin A: 200IUCalcium: 20mgIron: 1mg
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