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German Chocolate Cookie Bars

Chewy German Chocolate Cookie Bars That Wow Every Bite

These German Chocolate Cookie Bars combine chocolate, coconut, and pecans for a quick and delightful dessert experience.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 37 minutes
Cooling Time 30 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 37 minutes
Servings: 12 bars
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: German
Calories: 220
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Cookie Base
  • 1 box Devil’s Food Cake Mix Opt for mixes without added pudding for the best texture.
  • 2 large Eggs Mix thoroughly to avoid egg pockets.
  • 1/2 cup Melted Butter Adds richness to the crust.
For the Coconut Pecan Topping
  • 1 can Sweetened Condensed Milk Provides creaminess.
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract Elevates the flavor profile.
  • 1 cup Chopped Pecans Can substitute with walnuts.
  • 1 cup Shredded Coconut Use unsweetened coconut for less sweetness.
  • 1 cup Milk Chocolate Chips Perfect for drizzling on top.

Equipment

  • 9x13 inch baking pan
  • Mixing Bowl
  • Spatula

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9x13-inch baking pan.
  2. In a medium bowl, combine the devil’s food cake mix, melted butter, and one egg. Stir until well blended.
  3. Press the batter evenly into the bottom of the greased baking pan and bake for 7 minutes.
  4. Mix sweetened condensed milk, vanilla extract, the second egg, chopped pecans, and shredded coconut to prepare the topping.
  5. Pour the coconut pecan mixture over the warm crust and sprinkle with milk chocolate chips.
  6. Bake the bars for an additional 24-30 minutes, until the topping is golden brown.
  7. Allow the bars to cool completely in the pan for 30 minutes before chilling in the fridge for an hour.
  8. Cut into squares and serve.

Nutrition

Serving: 1barCalories: 220kcalCarbohydrates: 28gProtein: 3gFat: 11gSaturated Fat: 6gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 180mgPotassium: 70mgFiber: 1gSugar: 18gVitamin A: 200IUCalcium: 50mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days or refrigerate for a week. Freeze for longer storage.

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