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Easy German Chocolate Cookies

Easy German Chocolate Cookies - Soft, Chewy, and Irresistible

These Easy German Chocolate Cookies are soft, chewy, and packed with chocolate, coconut, and pecans, making them an irresistible treat.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 12 minutes
Cooling Time 5 minutes
Total Time 32 minutes
Servings: 24 cookies
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: German
Calories: 150

Ingredients
  

For the Dough
  • 1 cup unsalted butter softened
  • 1 cup brown sugar packed
  • 1/2 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 large egg
  • 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
  • 1 3/4 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1/3 cup cocoa powder
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
For the Mix-Ins
  • 1 cup chocolate chunks
  • 1 cup coconut flakes unsweetened
  • 1/2 cup chopped pecans

Equipment

  • Mixing Bowl
  • Baking sheet
  • Parchment paper
  • cookie scoop

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions for Easy German Chocolate Cookies
  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. Melt the unsalted butter in a large mixing bowl. Add the brown sugar and granulated sugar; stir until well combined.
  3. Add the egg and vanilla extract, mixing until the batter is smooth and creamy.
  4. In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, cocoa powder, baking soda, and salt. Gradually fold the dry ingredients into the wet mixture.
  5. Fold in the chocolate chunks, coconut flakes, and chopped pecans until evenly distributed.
  6. Drop spoonfuls of dough onto a baking sheet lined with parchment paper, leaving space between each cookie.
  7. Bake for 10-12 minutes until the edges are set with soft, slightly underbaked centers.
  8. Allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheet for about 5 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cookieCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 18gProtein: 2gFat: 8gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 20mgSodium: 100mgPotassium: 80mgFiber: 1gSugar: 10gVitamin A: 100IUCalcium: 20mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Ensure the butter is softened but not melted for the best texture. Don't overmix the dough to keep cookies soft and chewy.

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