Decadent German Chocolate Lace Sandwich Cookies
These Decadent German Chocolate Lace Sandwich Cookies are truly a treat for the senses. With a delicate, lacy texture and a rich chocolate flavor, they are perfect for special occasions like Valentine's Day or any time you want to indulge your sweet tooth. Each cookie is a delightful combination of chewy oats, toasted coconut, and crunchy pecans, sandwiched together with creamy melted chocolate. Once you taste these cookies, you’ll understand why they are reserved for special moments. The light dusting of powdered sugar adds an elegant touch, making them not only delicious but beautiful as well.
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Servings
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Calories
14
Ingredients
Ingredients
German sweet chocolate
3 ounces (chopped)
skim milk
1 1/2 tablespoons (for melting chocolate)
butter
6 tablespoons (softened)
brown sugar
1/2 cup (packed)
vanilla extract
1 teaspoon (for flavoring)
all-purpose flour
1/4 cup (for thickening)
baking soda
1/4 teaspoon (for leavening)
oats
1 cup (old-fashioned or quick-cooking)
coconut flakes
1/2 cup (sweetened or unsweetened)
pecans
1/2 cup (finely chopped)
powdered sugar
2 tablespoons (for dusting)
milk chocolate chips
2 cups (for filling)
German sweet chocolate
1 ounce (for glazing)
oil
1/2 teaspoon (for glazing)
Instructions
Nutrition Information
Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
What are Decadent German Chocolate Lace Sandwich Cookies?
They are delicate, lacy cookies with a rich chocolate flavor, featuring oats, coconut, and pecans, sandwiched together with melted milk chocolate.
What is the texture of these cookies?
These cookies offer a delightful combination of chewy oats, toasted coconut, and crunchy pecans with a delicate, lacy structure.
What makes these cookies suitable for special occasions?
Their elegant appearance, dusting of powdered sugar, and indulgent chocolate filling make them perfect for events like Valentine's Day.
What kind of chocolate is used in the cookie base?
The recipe uses 3 ounces of chopped German sweet chocolate for the base.
Can I use different types of oats?
Yes, you can use either old-fashioned or quick-cooking oats for this recipe.
Is coconut required for this recipe?
Yes, the recipe calls for 1/2 cup of coconut flakes, which can be either sweetened or unsweetened.
What type of nuts are used in the cookies?
The recipe specifically requires 1/2 cup of finely chopped pecans.
How are the sandwich cookies filled?
They are sandwiched together using 2 cups of melted milk chocolate chips.
What is the purpose of the powdered sugar?
Powdered sugar is used as a light dusting to add an elegant touch and beauty to the finished cookies.
Does the recipe include a glaze?
Yes, a glaze is made from 1 ounce of German sweet chocolate and 1/2 teaspoon of oil.
How much butter is needed?
The recipe requires 6 tablespoons of softened butter.
What kind of sugar is used in the dough?
The recipe uses 1/2 cup of packed brown sugar.
Is vanilla extract used for flavoring?
Yes, one teaspoon of vanilla extract is added to the recipe for flavoring.
Why is skim milk included in the ingredients?
A small amount of skim milk (1 1/2 tablespoons) is used to help melt the chocolate.
What type of flour is recommended?
The recipe calls for 1/4 cup of all-purpose flour to help with thickening.
Is there a leavening agent in the cookies?
Yes, 1/4 teaspoon of baking soda is used for leavening.
How many total ingredients are in this recipe?
There are 14 ingredients required to make these sandwich cookies.
What type of chocolate is used for the glaze?
One ounce of German sweet chocolate is used for the glazing step.
Should the pecans be chopped in a specific way?
Yes, the pecans should be finely chopped to ensure they blend well into the delicate lace texture.
Are these cookies chewy or crunchy?
They are a mix of both, featuring chewy oats and coconut alongside crunchy pecans.
What provides the 'lacy' texture?
The combination of butter, brown sugar, and oats creates the characteristic thin, delicate, lacy texture.
Is any oil used in this recipe?
Yes, 1/2 teaspoon of oil is used specifically for making the chocolate glaze.
Can I use unsweetened coconut?
Yes, the recipe allows for either sweetened or unsweetened coconut flakes.
What is used to thicken the cookie dough?
All-purpose flour is used as the thickening agent for the dough.
Is German sweet chocolate different from milk chocolate?
Yes, and this recipe uses German sweet chocolate for the base/glaze and milk chocolate chips for the filling.
Should the butter be cold or softened?
The butter should be softened before being mixed into the cookie dough.
Is the brown sugar measured specifically?
Yes, the 1/2 cup of brown sugar should be packed when measuring.
How is the chocolate for the filling prepared?
The milk chocolate chips are melted to create a creamy filling for the sandwich.
Are these cookies considered an indulgent treat?
Yes, the description identifies them as truly indulgent treats for the senses.
What is the best way to finish the cookies?
Finish them with a light dusting of powdered sugar and a drizzle of German chocolate glaze.