German Chocolate Cheesecake

 

Absolutely! Here’s a decadent German Chocolate Cheesecake recipe that combines creamy chocolate cheesecake with the classic coconut-pecan frosting you know from German chocolate cake. 🍫🥥🍰

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🇩🇪 German Chocolate Cheesecake

📌 Ingredients

🟤 For the Crust:

• 1 ½ cups chocolate cookie crumbs (like Oreos, crushed)
• ¼ cup granulated sugar
• 6 tbsp melted butter

🍫 For the Cheesecake Filling:

• 24 oz (680g) cream cheese, softened
• 1 cup granulated sugar
• 1 cup semi-sweet or German chocolate, melted and slightly cooled
• ¼ cup unsweetened cocoa powder
• 3 large eggs
• 1 tsp vanilla extract
• ½ cup sour cream or heavy cream (for creaminess)

🥥 For the Coconut-Pecan Topping:

• 1 cup evaporated milk
• 1 cup granulated sugar
• 3 egg yolks, beaten
• ½ cup unsalted butter
• 1 tsp vanilla extract
• 1 cup shredded coconut
• 1 cup chopped pecans

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👩‍🍳 Directions

✅ 1. Make the Crust:

1. Preheat oven to 325°F (160°C).
2. Mix crumbs, sugar, and melted butter.
3. Press into the bottom of a 9-inch springform pan.
4. Bake for 10 minutes, then set aside.

✅ 2. Make the Cheesecake:

1. Beat cream cheese and sugar until smooth.
2. Add melted chocolate and cocoa powder; mix well.
3. Add eggs one at a time, mixing slowly.
4. Add vanilla and sour cream.
5. Pour into the crust.
6. Bake for 55–65 minutes or until the center is slightly set.
7. Turn off oven, crack door, and let cheesecake cool inside for 1 hour.
8. Then refrigerate at least 4 hours or overnight.

✅ 3. Make the Topping:

1. In a saucepan, combine evaporated milk, sugar, egg yolks, and butter.
2. Cook over medium heat until thickened (about 8–10 min), stirring constantly.
3. Remove from heat and stir in vanilla, coconut, and pecans.
4. Let cool slightly, then spread over chilled cheesecake.

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✨ Optional Garnishes:

✅ Extra melted chocolate drizzle
✅ Whipped cream swirls
✅ Whole pecans on top

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🥄 Serving:

Chill before slicing. Serve cold and enjoy the rich, creamy, coconutty goodness! 😍

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