German Chocolate Cookies Coconut Pecan (Printable Version)

Soft chocolate cookies loaded with coconut, pecans, and rich chocolate chips for a classic, decadent treat.

# What You'll Need:

→ Dough Base

01 - 225 grams unsalted butter, softened
02 - 300 grams granulated sugar
03 - 220 grams brown sugar, packed
04 - 2 large eggs
05 - 2 teaspoons vanilla extract

→ Dry Ingredients

06 - 250 grams all-purpose flour
07 - 65 grams unsweetened cocoa powder
08 - 1 teaspoon baking soda
09 - 0.5 teaspoon salt

→ Toppings

10 - 85 grams sweetened shredded coconut
11 - 110 grams chopped pecans
12 - 175 grams semi-sweet chocolate chips

# Steps to Follow:

01 - Set oven to 175°C and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
02 - In a large mixing bowl, beat softened butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until smooth and creamy.
03 - Incorporate eggs and vanilla extract into the creamed mixture and blend until fully combined.
04 - In a separate bowl, whisk together flour, cocoa powder, baking soda, and salt.
05 - Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, blending just until combined.
06 - Gently fold in shredded coconut, chopped pecans, and semi-sweet chocolate chips.
07 - Drop rounded tablespoons of dough onto the prepared baking sheet, leaving sufficient space between each item.
08 - Transfer baking sheet to oven and bake for 12 to 15 minutes, or until edges are set.
09 - Allow cookies to cool on the baking sheet for 10 minutes, then transfer to wire racks to cool completely.

# Additional Notes:

01 - Avoid overmixing the dough once dry ingredients are added for soft, chewy cookies.