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Chewy German Chocolate Cookie Bars

Chewy German Chocolate Cookie Bars You'll Crave Every Time

Try these Chewy German Chocolate Cookie Bars, an irresistible dessert filled with rich chocolate and chewy coconut.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Cooling Time 10 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings: 12 bars
Course: Cookies
Cuisine: American
Calories: 220

Ingredients
  

For the Batter
  • 1 cup Unsalted butter softened
  • 1 cup Brown sugar dark preferred
  • 1 cup Granulated sugar
  • 2 large Eggs
  • 2 teaspoons Vanilla extract
  • 2 cups All-purpose flour or gluten-free blend
  • 1 teaspoon Baking powder
  • 1 teaspoon Baking soda
  • 0.5 teaspoon Salt
For the Mix-Ins
  • 1 cup Shredded coconut unsweetened for less sweetness
  • 1 cup Chopped pecans or walnuts
  • 1 cup German chocolate can substitute with semi-sweet

Equipment

  • oven
  • mixing bowl
  • Electric Mixer
  • Baking pan
  • Spatula

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9x13 inch baking pan or line it with parchment paper.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, cream together the softened unsalted butter, brown sugar, and granulated sugar for 3-4 minutes until light and fluffy.
  3. Beat in the eggs one at a time, then stir in the vanilla extract until just combined.
  4. In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt. Gradually mix into the wet ingredients.
  5. Fold in the shredded coconut, chopped pecans, and melted German chocolate until evenly distributed.
  6. Pour the batter into the prepared baking pan and smooth into an even layer. Bake for 25-30 minutes until golden brown.
  7. Remove from the oven and let cool in the pan for at least 10 minutes before slicing into squares.

Nutrition

Serving: 1barCalories: 220kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 3gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 120mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 1gSugar: 18gVitamin A: 300IUCalcium: 20mgIron: 1mg

Notes

For best results, ensure butter is softened adequately, and do not overbake to maintain chewiness.

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