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German Chocolate Cookie Bars

Decadent German Chocolate Cookie Bars That Wow Every Bite

These German Chocolate Cookie Bars are a quick and delicious dessert that combines chocolate, coconut, and pecans for a mouthwatering treat.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Cooling Time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 45 minutes
Servings: 12 bars
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: German
Calories: 250

Ingredients
  

For the Cookie Base
  • 1 box Devil’s Food Cake Mix Avoid mixes with pudding for the best texture.
  • 1/2 cup Melted Butter Adds richness and moisture.
  • 2 large Eggs One will be used in the filling.
For the Coconut Pecan Filling
  • 14 oz Sweetened Condensed Milk
  • 1 tsp Vanilla Extract Enhances flavor.
  • 1 cup Pecans Chopped or whole.
  • 1 cup Shredded Coconut
For the Topping
  • 1 cup Milk Chocolate Chips Sprinkled on top.

Equipment

  • 9x13 inch baking pan
  • Mixing Bowl

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9x13 inch baking pan.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, combine the devil’s food cake mix, melted butter, and one egg until a sticky dough forms.
  3. Transfer the cookie dough to the baking pan and press it firmly into an even layer. Bake for 7 minutes.
  4. In a separate bowl, whisk together the sweetened condensed milk, vanilla extract, and the second egg until smooth. Then fold in the chopped pecans and shredded coconut.
  5. Pour the coconut pecan mixture evenly over the warm cookie base and sprinkle milk chocolate chips on top.
  6. Return to the oven and bake for an additional 24-30 minutes until the top is golden brown.
  7. Remove from the oven and cool in the pan for about 1 hour before slicing.

Nutrition

Serving: 1barCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 35gProtein: 3gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 7gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 100mgFiber: 1gSugar: 20gVitamin A: 200IUCalcium: 50mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days, or refrigerate for 1 week.

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