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German Chocolate Cake Mix Cookies Recipe

November 13, 2016 By Never Ending Journeys 8 Comments

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Calling all chocolate, coconut, and pecan lovers!  These German Chocolate Cake Mix Cookies are the ultimate in deliciousness!

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Craving some sweet chocolatey coconut pecan deliciousness?  It’s time to meet your new favorite cookie!  These German Chocolate Cake Mix Cookies are so easy to make, and such a delicious Dessert for any occasion!

Let’s start baking some decadent cookies…

German Chocolate Cake Mix Cookies

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What makes German chocolate different?

What makes German chocolate different from traditional semi-sweet chocolate is how sweet it tastes.  It’s sweet for a dark chocolate and a little more bitter than a milk chocolate, giving it an interesting flavor.  Overall, I always enjoy baking German chocolate desserts!

Is German chocolate cake actually German?

If you’re wondering if German chocolate cake is actually German, the answer is no!  The classic combination of sweet chocolate paired with coconut and pecan doesn’t come from Germany.

It was originally created in 1852 by Sam German, who was either a Brit or American (some slight details mixed up!). One hundred years later in Dallas, a Texan home baker sent her version of a German chocolate cake to a local newspaper.  After that, German chocolate cake became a household name.

What does German chocolate taste like?

Like mentioned above, German chocolate cake has this irresistibly sweet flavor.  It makes you want to keep coming back for more and more!  Now, once you pair that up with the crunch of chopped pecans, tasty coconut flakes, and sweet chocolate chips, you’ve got an epically delicious dessert.

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German Chocolate Cake Mix Cookies Recipe

Calling all chocolate, coconut, and pecan lovers!  These German Chocolate Cake Mix Cookies are the ultimate in deliciousness!
Prep Time10 minutes mins
Cook Time7 minutes mins
Total Time17 minutes mins
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Servings: 3 dozen
Author: Never Ending Journeys

Ingredients

  • 15.25 oz. 1 box Betty Crocker German Chocolate Cake Mix
  • 1/2 cup Vegetable or Canola Oil
  • 2 Eggs
  • 1 cup Pecan Pieces
  • 1 cup Flaked Coconut
  • 12 oz. 1 bag Nestlé Semi Sweet Chocolate Chips
  • Optional: 15 oz. Pillsbury Coconut Pecan Frosting

Instructions

  • Mix together Cake Mix, Oil, and Eggs in large bowl with mixer.
  • Add in Pecan Pieces, Flaked Coconut, and Chocolate Chips, and stir well with spoon.
  • Refrigerate dough for approx. 1 hour.
  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees.
  • Shape dough into balls, place on nonstick cookie sheet and bake for 7-10 minutes, or until done.
  • Allow cookies to cool, then top with optional frosting, or eat them just as they are. ENJOY!

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Comments

  1. Cheri says

    July 8, 2022 at 12:56 pm

    I made this today! So good and so easy. Using a mixer though didn’t work for me so next time I will mix by hand. Other than that, YUMMY

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  2. Christie says

    July 21, 2020 at 1:33 pm

    I really want to try making these when the weather is cooler! They sound so yummy with the German twist!

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    • Never Ending Journeys says

      July 21, 2020 at 1:55 pm

      Thank you so much, Christie!

      Reply
  3. Liz Segura says

    December 5, 2018 at 3:35 pm

    Can I substitute butter for the oil in these recipes?

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  4. Edna Wiltcher says

    November 30, 2018 at 12:08 pm

    Could I put the, optional, coconut pecan frosting in cookie dough? Would that work? Can’t wait to try this recipe.

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    • Never Ending Journeys says

      November 30, 2018 at 2:53 pm

      Hi Edna, I haven’t ever tried putting the frosting in the dough before. I do know it’s quite delicious when you add the frosting on top of the finished cookies after they’ve baked and cooled. Hope this helps! 🙂

      Reply
  5. Penny Barry says

    May 23, 2017 at 6:22 pm

    I made the batter as stated in the recipe and made them in the morning before work. They were delicious. I was asked for the recipe by some of my friends at work. Wouldn’t change a thing. Thanks

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    • Never Ending Journeys says

      May 24, 2017 at 11:13 am

      You’re welcome, Penny! I’m glad you enjoyed them!

      Reply

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