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Easy German Chocolate Cookie Bars

Decadent, chewy cookie bars featuring a rich chocolate crust, a creamy coconut-pecan filling, and a glossy chocolate drizzle.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 45 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 5 minutes
Servings: 16 bars
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 285
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Crust
  • 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour 190g
  • 1/2 cup Dutch-processed cocoa powder 50g
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 3/4 cup unsalted butter, softened 170g
  • 1 cup granulated sugar 200g
  • 1 large egg
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Filling
  • 1 cup evaporated milk 240ml
  • 3 large egg yolks
  • 1 cup granulated sugar 200g
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter, cubed 115g
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 2 cups sweetened shredded coconut 200g
  • 1 cup chopped pecans 120g
Topping
  • 1 1/2 cups semisweet chocolate chips 270g
  • 1 tablespoon coconut oil

Equipment

  • 9x13-inch baking pan
  • Electric mixer
  • Medium saucepan
  • Wire rack
  • Microwave-safe bowl

Method
 

Crust
  1. Preheat oven to 350°F and line a 9x13-inch pan with parchment paper.
  2. Whisk flour, cocoa powder, baking soda, and salt in a medium bowl.
  3. Cream 3/4 cup butter and 1 cup sugar in a large bowl until fluffy.
  4. Beat in the egg and 1 teaspoon vanilla.
  5. Gradually add dry ingredients to wet, mixing until just combined.
  6. Press dough into the pan and bake for 15 minutes; cool slightly.
Filling and Assembly
  1. Whisk evaporated milk, egg yolks, and 1 cup sugar in a saucepan over medium heat for 10-12 minutes until thickened.
  2. Remove from heat; stir in 1/2 cup butter and 1 teaspoon vanilla until smooth.
  3. Fold in shredded coconut and pecans.
  4. Spread filling over crust and bake for 20 minutes; cool completely.
Topping
  1. Melt chocolate chips and coconut oil in the microwave in 30-second intervals.
  2. Drizzle over bars and spread evenly.
  3. Chill for 30 minutes, then lift from pan and cut into 16 squares.

Notes

Store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 5 days or freeze for up to 3 months.