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German Chocolate Cheesecake: A Delectable Dessert You Can’t Resist

German Chocolate Cheesecake
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A rich and decadent German Chocolate Cheesecake that combines the creamy texture of cheesecake with the classic flavors of German chocolate cake – featuring a chocolate crust, coconut-pecan topping, and a smooth chocolate cheesecake filling.

  • Author: ranime
  • Prep Time: 30 mins
  • Cook Time: 1 hour 10 mins
  • Total Time: 6 hours (includes chilling)
  • Yield: 12 servings 1x
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: German-American
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Ingredients

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  • Crust:
    • 1 1/2 cups chocolate cookie crumbs
    • 1/4 cup granulated sugar
    • 1/3 cup unsalted butter, melted
  • Cheesecake Filling:
    • 24 oz (680g) cream cheese, softened
    • 1 cup granulated sugar
    • 3 large eggs
    • 1 tsp vanilla extract
    • 4 oz semi-sweet chocolate, melted and cooled
    • 1/4 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
    • 1/2 cup heavy cream
  • German Chocolate Topping:
    • 1 cup evaporated milk
    • 1 cup granulated sugar
    • 3 large egg yolks
    • 1/2 cup unsalted butter
    • 1 tsp vanilla extract
    • 1 1/3 cups sweetened shredded coconut
    • 1 cup chopped pecans

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 325°F (165°C). Grease a 9-inch springform pan.
  2. Make crust: Mix cookie crumbs, sugar, and melted butter. Press into pan bottom and 1 inch up sides. Bake for 10 minutes, then cool.
  3. Prepare filling: Beat cream cheese and sugar until smooth. Add eggs one at a time, then vanilla. Mix in melted chocolate, cocoa powder, and heavy cream until fully incorporated.
  4. Bake cheesecake: Pour filling into crust. Bake for 50-55 minutes until set but slightly jiggly in center. Cool completely, then refrigerate for at least 4 hours.
  5. Make topping: In saucepan, whisk evaporated milk, sugar, egg yolks, and butter. Cook over medium heat until thickened (about 12 minutes). Remove from heat, stir in vanilla, coconut, and pecans. Cool slightly.
  6. Assemble: Spread topping over chilled cheesecake. Refrigerate for 1 hour before serving.

Notes

  • Use room temperature ingredients for smoothest filling
  • For cleaner slices, dip knife in hot water between cuts
  • Store covered in refrigerator for up to 5 days
  • Top with chocolate shavings or whipped cream for extra decoration

Nutrition

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