Delicious and Easy German Chocolate Cake Cookies Recipe

Enjoy the flavors of a classic German chocolate cake in the form of delightful cookies. These German Chocolate Cake Cookies are soft, chewy, and packed with a rich chocolate taste. Topped with a gooey coconut pecan frosting, these cookies are perfect for any occasion. They are quick and simple to make, and guaranteed to satisfy your sweet tooth.

Ingredients

• 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
• 1 cup granulated sugar
• 1 cup packed light brown sugar
• 2 large eggs
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 2 and 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
• 1/2 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
• 1 teaspoon baking soda
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1 cup semisweet chocolate chips
• 1 cup chopped pecans
• For the coconut pecan frosting:
• 1 cup evaporated milk
• 1 cup granulated sugar
• 3 large egg yolks
• 1/2 cup unsalted butter
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1 and 1/3 cups sweetened shredded coconut
• 1 cup chopped pecans

Directions

1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
2. In a large mixing bowl, cream together the softened butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until light and fluffy.
3. Add the eggs, one at a time, beating well after each addition. Stir in the vanilla extract.
4. In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, cocoa powder, baking soda, and salt.
5. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined.
6. Fold in the chocolate chips and chopped pecans.
7. Drop rounded tablespoonfuls of dough onto the prepared baking sheet, spacing them about 2 inches apart.
8. Bake for 10-12 minutes, or until the edges are set and the centers are slightly soft.
9. While the cookies are baking, prepare the coconut pecan frosting. In a saucepan, combine the evaporated milk, granulated sugar, egg yolks, butter, and vanilla extract.
10. Cook over medium heat, stirring constantly, until the mixture thickens and starts to bubble. This will take about 10-12 minutes.
11. Remove the saucepan from the heat and stir in the shredded coconut and chopped pecans.
12. Allow the frosting to cool for a few minutes.
13. Once the cookies have cooled slightly, spoon a dollop of the coconut pecan frosting onto the center of each cookie.
14. Let the cookies cool completely on a wire rack before serving.

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