Description

Indulge in the rich flavors of a German Chocolate Cake in cookie form with these decadent German Chocolate Cake Cookies. A soft, cake mix cookie base topped with a luscious coconut pecan mixture makes for a delightful treat.

Ingredients

For the cookie base:

1 box German chocolate cake mix
1/2 cup vegetable oil
2 large eggs
1 teaspoon vanilla extract

For the coconut pecan topping:

1/2 cup evaporated milk
1/2 cup granulated sugar
1/4 cup unsalted butter
1 large egg yolk
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1/2 cup shredded sweetened coconut
1/2 cup chopped pecans

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Instructions

Preheat and prepare: Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
Mix the cookie dough: Combine cake mix, oil, eggs, and vanilla until a soft dough forms. Scoop onto baking sheet and bake for 8–10 minutes.
Make the topping: In a saucepan, cook evaporated milk, sugar, butter, and egg yolk until thickened. Stir in vanilla, coconut, and pecans. Cool slightly.
Add topping: Spoon the coconut pecan mixture onto cooled cookies. Optional: drizzle with melted chocolate.

Notes

You can make the topping ahead and refrigerate it until ready to use. Bring to room temperature before spooning onto cookies.