German Chocolate Thumbprint Cookies Recipe

Name: German Chocolate Thumbprint Cookies
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 cup sugar; 1 cup evaporated milk; 1/2 cup butter, cubed; 3 large egg yolks; 1-1/2 cups sweetened shredded coconut; 1-1/2 cups chopped pecans; 1 teaspoon vanilla extract; 1 package German chocolate cake mix (regular size); 1/2 cup all-purpose flour; 1/3 cup butter, melted

Servings: persons

1 cup sugar
1 cup evaporated milk
1/2 cup butter, cubed
3 large egg yolks
1-1/2 cups sweetened shredded coconut
1-1/2 cups chopped pecans
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 package German chocolate cake mix (regular size)
1/2 cup all-purpose flour
1/3 cup butter, melted

1
In a large heavy saucepan, combine the sugar, milk, butter and egg yolks. Cook and stir over medium-low heat until mixture is thickened and coats the back of a spoon. Remove from the heat. Stir in the coconut, pecans and vanilla. Set aside 1-1/4 cups for topping.
2
In a large bowl, combine the cake mix, flour, melted butter and remaining coconut mixture. Cover and refrigerate for at least 1 hour.
3
Shape dough into 1-in. balls. Place 2 in. apart on greased
4
. Using the end of a wooden spoon handle, make an indentation in the center of each cookie. Fill each cookie with a teaspoonful of reserved topping.
5
Bake at 350u00b0 for 10-12 minutes or until set. Let stand for 2 minutes before removing to wire racks to cool. Store in an airtight container.

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 cup sugar, 1 cup evaporated milk, 1/2 cup butter, cubed, 3 large egg yolks, and more.

Yes, German Chocolate Thumbprint Cookies falls under the Baking & Desserts category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3–5 days. For longer storage, freeze for up to 3 months — no need to refrigerate or reheat.

German Chocolate Thumbprint Cookies

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