Best 6 Easy German Chocolate Cake Cookies Recipes

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Indulge in a symphony of flavors with our delectable German Chocolate Cake Cookies, an irresistible treat that combines the richness of chocolate with the sweetness of coconut and pecans. These cookies are a harmonious blend of textures, with a chewy center, crispy edges, and a delightful filling made from a mixture of shredded coconut, chopped pecans, and a hint of cinnamon. Each bite reveals a burst of chocolatey goodness, balanced perfectly by the nutty crunch of the pecans and the aromatic warmth of the cinnamon. Whether you're a seasoned baker or a novice in the kitchen, our easy-to-follow recipe will guide you through the process of creating these delightful cookies. With just a few simple steps, you'll be able to impress your friends and family with this classic dessert. So, preheat your oven, gather your ingredients, and let's embark on a culinary journey that will leave your taste buds craving more.

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

EASY GERMAN CHOCOLATE CAKE COOKIES



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Drizzle chocolate on top of the cookies for an extra sweet treat!

Provided by ThatBakerChick

Categories     Desserts     Cookies     Chocolate Cookie Recipes

Time 55m

Yield 48

Number Of Ingredients 12

2 ¼ cups all-purpose flour
½ cup unsweetened cocoa powder
1 teaspoon baking soda
1 pinch sea salt
1 cup butter, softened
1 cup light brown sugar, packed
1 cup white sugar
2 large eggs, lightly beaten
2 teaspoons vanilla extract
1 cup semisweet chocolate chunks
1 cup sweetened shredded coconut
1 cup pecans, chopped

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C). Line baking sheets with a silicone baking mats or parchment paper.
  • Whisk flour, cocoa powder, baking soda, and salt together in a bowl.
  • Beat butter, brown sugar, white sugar, eggs, and vanilla extract together in a bowl with an electric mixer until light and fluffy. Add flour mixture to butter mixture, 1/4 cup at a time, until dough is well-combined. Gently stir chocolate chunks, coconut, and pecans into dough. Scoop dough in 1-inch balls onto prepared baking sheets.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until cookies are set, 8 to 10 minutes. Cool completely.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 138.7 calories, Carbohydrate 16.9 g, Cholesterol 17.9 mg, Fat 7.8 g, Fiber 1 g, Protein 1.6 g, SaturatedFat 4 g, Sodium 69.7 mg, Sugar 11.4 g

GERMAN CHOCOLATE CAKE MIX COOKIES



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If coconut, chocolate and pecans are your love language, you'll want to bake a batch of German Chocolate Cake Mix Cookies. Buckle up buttercup and prepare to devour!

Provided by Deanne Frieders

Categories     Dessert Recipes

Time 22m

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 box (15.25 oz.) German Chocolate Cake Mix (I used Betty Crocker Super Moist German Chocolate Cake Mix)
1 cup chopped pecans
1 cup flaked coconut
1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chip cookies
½ cup olive oil (or vegetable oil)
2 eggs
½ teaspoon vanilla extract

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F. Line a cookie sheet with a silicone mat or parchment paper and set aside.
  • In a large mixing bowl, combine your cake mix, chopped pecans, flaked coconut, and semi-sweet chocolate chips. Mix until all combined.
  • Add oil, eggs and vanilla extract.
  • Mix until the flour mixture is all incorporated. You can use a wooden spoon to do this or the paddle attachment on your stand mixer.
  • Use a cookie scoop (I used my medium sized, 1 1/2 Tablespoon scoop) and scoop the dough into balls. Place scoops on your prepared cookie sheet about 2 inches apart.
  • Bake in the preheated oven for 10-12 minutes until sides are set.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 111 calories, Carbohydrate 7 grams carbohydrates, Cholesterol 12 milligrams cholesterol, Fat 9 grams fat, Fiber 1 grams fiber, Protein 1 grams protein, SaturatedFat 3 grams saturated fat, ServingSize 1, Sodium 24 milligrams sodium, Sugar 5 grams sugar, TransFat 0 grams trans fat, UnsaturatedFat 6 grams unsaturated fat

SUNNY'S GERMAN CHOCOLATE CAKE COOKIES



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Provided by Sunny Anderson

Categories     dessert

Time 30m

Yield 3 dozen

Number Of Ingredients 12

2 sticks butter, softened
1 cup light brown sugar
1 cup granulated sugar
2 teaspoons vanilla extract
2 large eggs, beaten
2 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
1/2 cup unsweetened cocoa, such as Hershey's
1 teaspoon baking soda
Pinch salt
1 cup semisweet chocolate chips
1 cup shredded sweetened coconut, such as Baker's Angel Flake Coconut
1 cup chopped pecans

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 375 degrees F. Line baking sheets with parchment paper.
  • In a stand mixer or large bowl using a hand mixer, blend the butter, both sugars, vanilla and eggs. In a medium bowl, stir together the flour, cocoa, baking soda and salt. Gradually add the flour mixture into the butter mixture and blend until combined. Stir in the chocolate chips, coconut and pecans.
  • Drop the dough by tablespoonfuls onto the prepared baking sheets, 12 cookies per sheet, and bake 8 to 10 minutes. Cool on a baking rack.

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.

EASY GERMAN CHOCOLATE CAKE



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There's no need to frost this yummy chocolate cake from Dawn Glenn of Johnson City, Tennessee. After baking, just turn the cake upside down onto a pretty platter - the coconut and pecan topping is already in place.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 1h10m

Yield 12-16 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 7

1-1/3 cups sweetened shredded coconut
1 cup chopped pecans
1 package German chocolate cake mix (regular size)
1 package (8 ounces) cream cheese, softened
1/2 cup butter, softened
1 egg
4 cups confectioners' sugar

Steps:

  • Sprinkle the coconut and pecans into a greased and floured 13x9-in. baking pan. Prepare cake mix according to package directions. Pour batter into prepared pan. , In a large bowl, beat cream cheese and butter until fluffy. Beat in egg and confectioners' sugar until smooth. Drop by tablespoonfuls over the batter. Carefully spread to within 1 in. of edges. , Bake at 325° for 55-60 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean. Cool for 10 minutes; invert onto a serving plate.

Nutrition Facts :

CAKE MIX CHOCOLATE COOKIES



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If these chocolate cake mix cookies look absolutely delicious, it's because they are! With a little helping hand from Betty Crocker™ cake mixes, you can create these irresistible treats in no time. We know how busy your week can get! And it gets better...these cake mix cookies are highly rated by those who have tried them before, so you can take our taste-inspired word that you'll fall in love with them too. We mean, chocolate cake cookies on demand, what's not to love?

Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Dessert

Time 1h50m

Yield 30

Number Of Ingredients 5

1 box Betty Crocker™ Super Moist™ devil's food cake mix
1/3 cup vegetable oil
1 teaspoon vanilla
2 eggs
1/4 cup sugar

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 350°F (325°F for dark or nonstick pans). In large bowl, mix cake mix, oil, vanilla and eggs with spoon until dough forms.
  • Refrigerate dough 15 to 30 minutes or as needed for easier handling. Shape dough into 1-inch balls; roll in sugar. On ungreased cookie sheets, place balls about 2 inches apart.
  • Bake 9 to 11 minutes or until set. Cool 1 minute; remove from cookie sheets to cooling racks. Cool completely, about 30 minutes. Store tightly covered.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 90, Carbohydrate 13 g, Cholesterol 15 mg, Fat 1/2, Fiber 0 g, Protein 1 g, SaturatedFat 1 g, ServingSize 1 Cookie, Sodium 125 mg, Sugar 8 g, TransFat 0 g

Tips:

  • Use high-quality chocolate: The chocolate is the star of this recipe, so it's important to use a good quality chocolate that you enjoy the taste of. A bittersweet or semisweet chocolate will give the cookies a rich, complex flavor.
  • Don't overmix the dough: Overmixing the dough will make the cookies tough. Mix the ingredients just until they are combined, then stop.
  • Chill the dough before baking: Chilling the dough before baking will help the cookies hold their shape and prevent them from spreading too much.
  • Bake the cookies at a high temperature: Baking the cookies at a high temperature will help them develop a crispy exterior and a chewy interior.
  • Let the cookies cool completely before frosting them: Let the cookies cool completely before frosting them, or the frosting will melt and run off the cookies.

Conclusion:

These German Chocolate Cake Cookies are the perfect treat for any chocolate lover. They're rich, chewy, and full of flavor. The frosting is the perfect finishing touch, and it really takes these cookies over the top. Whether you're making them for a special occasion or just because you want a delicious treat, these cookies are sure to please.

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