Description
Rich, indulgent German Chocolate Cookies blend traditional German baking charm with irresistible chocolate decadence. Cocoa-infused dough swirled with coconut and pecans creates a luxurious treat that transports you to sweet, nostalgic comfort with each delightful bite.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 1 large egg
- 1 large egg yolk
- 1 stick (4 ounces / 113 grams) unsalted butter, at cool room temperature
- 1 cup semisweet chocolate chips
Dry Ingredients:
- 1 1/4 cups (5.6 ounces / 160 grams) all-purpose flour
- 1/3 cup unsweetened Dutch-process cocoa powder
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
Sweeteners:
- 3/4 cup lightly packed dark brown sugar
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
- Prepare the oven by heating to 350°F and lining baking sheets with parchment paper or silicone mats.
- Sift flour, cocoa powder, baking powder, and salt together in a medium mixing bowl.
- Cream butter, brown sugar, and granulated sugar in an electric mixer until smooth and well-combined.
- Incorporate egg, egg yolk, and vanilla into the butter mixture, mixing thoroughly.
- Gradually blend the dry flour mixture into the wet ingredients on low speed until just combined.
- Gently fold chocolate chips into the cookie dough using a rubber spatula.
- Portion dough onto prepared baking sheets using a medium cookie scoop, creating uniform rounds.
- Bake cookies for approximately 10 minutes until edges are set and centers appear slightly soft.
- Allow cookies to rest on baking sheets for 10 minutes before transferring to wire cooling racks.
- Create the coconut-pecan topping by combining milk, sugar, egg yolk, and butter in a saucepan over medium heat.
- Continuously stir the mixture until it thickens and reaches a rich, creamy consistency, about 10 minutes.
- Remove from heat and mix in vanilla, shredded coconut, and chopped pecans.
- Let topping cool until it reaches a spreadable consistency.
- Generously spread the cooled coconut-pecan mixture over each cookie.
- Drizzle melted chocolate across the topped cookies for added richness.
- Allow cookies to set for 15 minutes before serving, ensuring the best texture and flavor.
Notes
- Ensure all ingredients are at room temperature for better mixing and a smoother cookie texture.
- Sifting dry ingredients prevents lumps and creates a more uniform cookie base.
- Chill the dough for 30 minutes before baking to prevent excessive spreading and maintain a perfect round shape.
- For a gluten-free version, substitute all-purpose flour with a 1:1 gluten-free baking blend.
- Toast pecans briefly before adding to the topping to enhance their nutty flavor and add extra crunch.
- Use high-quality chocolate chips for a richer, more decadent cookie experience.
- Check cookies slightly earlier than recommended baking time to avoid over-browning, as ovens can vary.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Snacks, Desserts
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: German
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 24
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 8 g
- Sodium: 75 mg
- Fat: 7 g
- Saturated Fat: 4 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2.5 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 20 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 2 g
- Cholesterol: 30 mg