If you love the classic German chocolate cake, this German Chocolate Cheesecake is the ultimate indulgence. Combining a rich, creamy cheesecake base with the gooey, toasted coconut-pecan topping that makes German chocolate cake famous, this dessert is pure decadence in every bite. Created with love and tested to perfection, this recipe from tinsuf is sure to impress for holidays, celebrations, or any occasion where a show-stopping dessert is desired.
Author: tinsuf
Cuisine: American
Category: Dessert, Cheesecake
Keywords: German chocolate cheesecake, coconut pecan, chocolate dessert, indulgent cheesecake
Prep Time: 45 minutes
Cook Time: 1 hour 30 minutes
Total Time: 6 hours 15 minutes (including cooling)
Yield: 12 slices
Ingredients
Coconut-Pecan Topping
4 large egg yolks
12 oz evaporated milk
1 1/2 tsp vanilla extract
1 1/2 cups sugar
3/4 cup unsalted butter, cubed
2 2/3 cups sweetened shredded coconut
1 1/4 cups pecans, toasted and chopped
Pinch of salt
Crust
2 1/2 cups Oreo cookie crumbs
1/4 cup unsalted butter, melted
Cheesecake Filling
24 oz cream cheese, room temperature
1 cup sugar
1 tbsp all-purpose flour
3 tbsp unsweetened cocoa powder
1 cup sour cream
1/2 tsp vanilla extract
8 oz German chocolate, melted
4 large eggs, room temperature
Chocolate ganache or sauce for garnish (optional)
Instructions
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