German Chocolate Brownies
Indulge in the ultimate dessert experience with these German Chocolate Brownies. Each bite offers a fudgy chocolate base topped with crunchy pecans and sweet coconut—a delightful twist on the classic that will leave everyone craving more. Perfect for any gathering, these brownies not only look stunning but also fill your home with an irresistible aroma. Whether served warm or at room temperature, they promise to impress family and friends alike.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 12 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: German
Ingredients
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- 1/2 cup unsalted butter (1 stick)
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1/3 cup cocoa powder (unsweetened)
- 2 large eggs
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup chopped pecans (toasted)
- 1 cup sweetened coconut flakes
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1/4 tsp salt
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9×13 inch baking pan.
- Melt the butter in a saucepan over low heat. Remove from heat and stir in sugar, cocoa powder, eggs, and vanilla until well combined.
- Gently fold in flour and salt until just combined; avoid overmixing.
- Fold in the chopped pecans and coconut flakes gently.
- Pour the batter into the prepared pan and bake for 25-30 minutes or until a toothpick comes out with moist crumbs.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 brownie (approx. 55g)
- Calories: 200
- Sugar: 15g
- Sodium: 80mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 40mg
Keywords: For added flavor, toast your pecans before mixing them into the batter. Customize your brownies by swapping regular chocolate for dark or white chocolate.