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.

FAHD GEMER NF
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These cookies are a bit too sweet for my taste, but I still enjoyed them. I think I'll try adding less sugar next time.


Lambert Nformi
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I've tried this recipe a few times now and I can never seem to get the cookies to turn out right. They're always too dry.


S_S GAMER
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These cookies are perfect for a special occasion. They're sure to impress your guests.


alnass ahmadzia 1131
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These cookies are a bit time-consuming to make, but they're definitely worth the effort. They're so rich and decadent.


Aniviah Jojo
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These cookies are so delicious, I can't stop eating them! I've already made them twice this week.


Asher Gubler
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I made these cookies for a party and they were a huge success. Everyone loved them!


Md:Arman Miah
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These cookies are the perfect combination of chewy and chocolatey. I love the addition of coconut and pecans.


Md Ayub Ali
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I've made these cookies several times now and they're always a hit. They're so easy to make and they taste delicious.


Md. Hasan mirdha
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These cookies were a bit too sweet for my taste, but they were still good. I think I'll try adding less sugar next time.


Yasser Tarek
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Just made these cookies and they are amazing! The combination of chocolate, coconut, and pecans is perfect. I will definitely be making these again.


Brenda Bernard
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These cookies are a hit! They're chewy, chocolatey, and oh-so-delicious. I followed the recipe exactly and they turned out perfect. Thanks for sharing!