Best 4 Chewy German Chocolate Cookies Recipes

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**Chewy German Chocolate Cookies: A Heavenly Treat for Chocolate Lovers**

Indulge in the delectable chewy German chocolate cookies, a symphony of flavors that will tantalize your taste buds. These cookies embody the perfect balance of chewy and gooey textures, featuring a rich chocolate cookie base generously filled with a luscious homemade German chocolate filling. Each bite offers a delightful combination of chocolatey goodness, complemented by a hint of coconut and pecan. Whether you're a seasoned baker or a novice in the kitchen, this recipe is meticulously crafted to guide you through the process of creating these heavenly treats. Discover the secrets to achieving the perfect chewy texture and the art of crafting a luscious German chocolate filling. Let your kitchen be filled with the irresistible aroma of chocolate as you embark on this culinary journey.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

CHEWY CHOCOLATE COOKIES



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Make and share this Chewy Chocolate Cookies recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Tonkcats

Categories     Drop Cookies

Time 9m

Yield 54 cookies

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 1/4 cups butter or 1 1/4 cups margarine, softened
2 cups sugar
2 large eggs
2 teaspoons vanilla extract
2 cups all-purpose flour
3/4 cup cocoa
1 teaspoon baking soda
1/2 teaspoon salt
2 cups peanut butter chips (12 oz. pkg.) or 2 cups semi-sweet chocolate chips (12 oz. pkg.)

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 350°.
  • In large mixer bowl; cream butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
  • Add eggs and vanilla; beat well.
  • Combine flour, cocoa, baking soda and salt; gradually blend into creamed mixture. Stir in peanut butter or chocolate chips.
  • Drop by teaspoonfuls onto ungreased cookie sheet. Bake 8-9 minutes. (Do not overbake; cookies will be soft. They will puff while baking and flatten while cooling.).
  • Cool slightly; remove from cookie sheet onto wire rack. Cool completely.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 123.7, Fat 6.5, SaturatedFat 3.6, Cholesterol 18.2, Sodium 100.7, Carbohydrate 14.6, Fiber 0.7, Sugar 9.8, Protein 2.1

GERMAN CHOCOLATE COOKIES



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A handy boxed cake mix hurries along the preparation of these chewy cookies studded with chips and raisins. "I make them for our family reunion each year, and they always get rave reviews," says Leslie Henke of Louisville, Colorado.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 15m

Yield about 3-1/2 dozen.

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 package German chocolate cake mix (regular size)
1/2 cup butter, melted
1/2 cup quick-cooking oats
2 large eggs
1 cup semisweet chocolate chips
1/2 cup raisins

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, combine the cake mix, butter, oats and eggs until well blended. Stir in the chocolate chips and raisins. , Drop by heaping tablespoonfuls 2 in. apart onto ungreased baking sheets. Bake at 350° for 9-11 minutes or until edges are firm. Cool for 5 minutes; before removing to wire racks to cool completely.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 205 calories, Fat 10g fat (5g saturated fat), Cholesterol 32mg cholesterol, Sodium 206mg sodium, Carbohydrate 29g carbohydrate (17g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 3g protein.

CHEWY CHOCOLATE COOKIES I



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These are GREAT chocolate chocolate chip cookies. Always a request at Christmas from friends and family!

Provided by Linda Whittaker

Categories     Desserts     Cookies     Drop Cookie Recipes

Time 55m

Yield 48

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 ¼ cups butter, softened
2 cups white sugar
2 eggs
2 teaspoons vanilla extract
2 cups all-purpose flour
¾ cup unsweetened cocoa powder
1 teaspoon baking soda
½ teaspoon salt
2 cups semisweet chocolate chips

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
  • In a large bowl, cream together the butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Beat in the eggs one at a time, then stir in the vanilla. Sift together the flour, cocoa, baking soda, and salt; stir into the creamed mixture. Mix in the chocolate chips. Drop dough by teaspoonfuls onto ungreased cookie sheets.
  • Bake 8 to 9 minutes in the preheated oven. Cookies will be soft. Cool slightly on cookie sheet; remove from sheet onto wire rack to cool completely.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 133.7 calories, Carbohydrate 17.5 g, Cholesterol 20.5 mg, Fat 7.3 g, Fiber 1 g, Protein 1.4 g, SaturatedFat 4.5 g, Sodium 88.6 mg, Sugar 12.2 g

CHEWY GERMAN CHOCOLATE COOKIES



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When I want a cookie that's as chewy as a brownie, this is the recipe I reach for. Coffee granules add the right amount of mocha flavor. -Darlene Brenden, Salem, Oregon

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 35m

Yield 4 dozen.

Number Of Ingredients 12

12 ounces German sweet chocolate, chopped
2 tablespoons shortening
1 teaspoon instant coffee granules
3 large eggs, room temperature
1-1/4 cups sugar
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 cup all-purpose flour
1/2 teaspoon baking powder
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 cup chopped pecans
48 pecan halves
Confectioners' sugar, optional

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350° In a microwave, melt chocolate and shortening; stir until smooth. Stir in coffee granules; cool and set aside., In a large bowl, beat eggs and sugar until light and lemon-colored. Beat in cooled chocolate and the vanilla. Combine the flour, baking powder and salt; add to chocolate mixture and mix well. Stir in chopped pecans. , Working quickly, drop dough by tablespoonfuls 2 in. apart onto greased baking sheets. Place a pecan half in the center of each. Bake until cookies are set, 10-12 minutes. Cool for 1 minute before removing to wire racks. If desired, dust with confectioners' sugar.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 98 calories, Fat 5g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 12mg cholesterol, Sodium 34mg sodium, Carbohydrate 9g carbohydrate (7g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 1g protein.

Tips:

  • Use high-quality chocolate. This will make a big difference in the flavor of your cookies.
  • Don't overmix the dough. Overmixing will make the cookies tough.
  • Chill the dough before baking. This will help the cookies hold their shape.
  • Bake the cookies at the right temperature. If the oven is too hot, the cookies will brown too quickly and the centers will be undercooked. If the oven is too cool, the cookies will take too long to bake and they will be dry.
  • Let the cookies cool completely before frosting them. This will help the frosting set properly.

Conclusion:

These chewy German chocolate cookies are the perfect treat for any occasion. They're easy to make and always a hit with friends and family. So next time you're looking for a delicious and decadent cookie, give this recipe a try. You won't be disappointed!

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