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Indulgent German Chocolate Cake Cookies: A Decadent Delight

If you’re a fan of the rich, chocolatey goodness of German chocolate cake, then you’re in for a treat with these German Chocolate Cake Cookies. Combining the best elements of a classic cake with the convenience and handheld delight of a cookie, this recipe promises a decadent experience in every bite. Let’s dive into the process of creating these irresistible treats, complete with a luscious coconut-pecan topping and a delicate chocolate drizzle.

Ingredients

For the Cookies

• 13.25 oz box German chocolate cake mix
• ½ cup unsalted butter, melted
• 2 large eggs, room temperature
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips

For the Topping

• 1 cup unsalted butter
• 14 oz can sweetened condensed milk
• 1 egg yolk, room temperature
• 1 ½ cups unsweetened shredded coconut
• 1 cup chopped pecans
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

For the Chocolate Drizzle

• 7 oz melting wafers
• 1 Tablespoon vegetable oil

Instructions

Making the Cookies

1. Preheat the Oven: Start by preheating your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper and set it aside.

2. Prepare the Cookie Dough: In a medium bowl, pour in the German chocolate cake mix. Make a well in the center and add the melted butter. Stir using a rubber spatula.

3. Add the Eggs: Gently add one egg at a time, mixing well after each addition to ensure a smooth batter.

4. Incorporate Vanilla and Chocolate Chips: Stir in the vanilla extract and chocolate chips, mixing until well combined.

5. Shape the Cookies: Using a rounded tablespoon or a 1 ½ tablespoon cookie scoop, drop the cookie dough onto your prepared baking sheet.

6. Bake: Bake in the preheated oven for 10-12 minutes, or until the edges are set. Once baked, transfer the cookies to a rack to cool for about 20 minutes.

Preparing the Topping

1. Melt the Butter: In a small saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat.

2. Combine Milk and Egg Yolk: In a small bowl, whisk together the sweetened condensed milk and egg yolk until well combined.

3. Cook the Mixture: Slowly add the milk mixture into the melted butter, whisking constantly until combined. Bring the mixture to a boil, then remove from heat.

4. Add Coconut, Pecans, and Vanilla: Stir in the shredded coconut, chopped pecans, and vanilla extract.

5. Chill the Topping: Transfer the topping to the fridge to thicken as the cookies cool, allowing at least 30 minutes for the process.

Assembling the Cookies

1. Spread the Topping: Once both the cookies and the topping have cooled, spread the topping generously over each cookie.

Preparing the Chocolate Drizzle

1. Melt the Chocolate: Place your melting wafers in a microwave-safe dish. Heat in 15-second intervals, stirring in between, until completely melted. Avoid overheating.

2. Thin the Chocolate: Add vegetable oil to achieve your desired consistency.

3. Drizzle: Drizzle the warm chocolate over the cookies using the back of a spoon or a frosting bag with a small tip.

Enjoy!

These German Chocolate Cake Cookies are a perfect treat for any occasion. Their rich, chocolatey base, combined with the creamy coconut-pecan topping and a touch of chocolate drizzle, makes them an irresistible indulgence. Perfect for sharing with friends and family, or savoring on your own with a cup of coffee, these cookies are sure to satisfy your sweet tooth. Enjoy the delightful fusion of flavors and textures that makes this recipe a standout!

German Chocolate Cake Cookies

Delicious cookies inspired by the classic German chocolate cake, complete with a rich coconut-pecan topping and a chocolate drizzle.

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Prep Time 20 minutes mins

Cook Time 12 minutes mins

Cooling Time 30 minutes mins

Total Time 1 hour hr 2 minutes mins

Servings: 24 cookies

Course: Dessert

Cuisine: American

Calories: 220

Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients

  

Cookies

• 375 g german chocolate cake mix
• 113 g unsalted butter melted
• 2 large eggs room temperature
• 1 tsp vanilla extract
• 150 g semi-sweet chocolate chips

Topping

• 227 g unsalted butter
• 396 g sweetened condensed milk 1 can
• 1 large egg yolk room temperature
• 150 g unsweetened shredded coconut
• 100 g chopped pecans
• 1 tsp vanilla extract

Chocolate drizzle

• 200 g melting wafers
• 1 tbsp vegetable oil

Equipment

• Baking Sheet
• Saucepan
• Microwave Safe Dish

Method

 

1. Preheat the oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit and line a baking sheet with parchment paper and set aside.
2. In a medium bowl, pour in the german chocolate cake mix, make a well in the center and add in the melted butter and start to stir using a rubber spatula.
3. Gently add in one egg at a time, mixing well after each addition.
4. Incorporate the vanilla extract and the chocolate chips.
5. When everything is thoroughly mixed, grab your reserved baking sheet and drop the cookies by rounded Tablespoon or 1 ½ Tablespoon cookie scoop.
6. Bake the cookies in the preheated oven for 10-12 minutes or until the edges are set.
7. When they are finished, carefully place the cookies on a rack to cool, about 20 minutes.
8. While the cookies are cooking, prepare the topping.
9. In a small saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat.
10. Whisk together the sweetened condensed milk and egg yolk in a small bowl until well combined.
11. Slowly add the milk mixture into the melted butter, whisking constantly until combined.
12. Bring the mixture to a boil and then remove from the heat.
13. Stir in the coconut, pecans and vanilla extract.
14. Keep the topping in the fridge until the cookies are cool, at least ½ hour. Topping will continue to thicken in the fridge.
15. When the cookies and frosting have cooled, spread the topping over each cookie and prepare your chocolate drizzle.
16. Place your melting wafers in a microwave safe dish. Using 15 second intervals, mix wafers until they become completely melted. Do not overheat.
17. Thin chocolate out to desired consistency using vegetable oil.
18. Drizzle warm chocolate over cookies using the back of a spoon or a frosting bag with a small tip.

Notes

These cookies are a perfect treat for chocolate and coconut lovers. Ensure the topping is thickened before spreading for best results. Enjoy them with a glass of milk or a cup of coffee.