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German Chocolate Cheesecak

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German Chocolate Cheesecake is a decadent mashup of velvety chocolate cheesecake, a chocolate cookie crust, and rich coconut-pecan topping. This stunning dessert has all the flavors of a classic German chocolate cake—made creamier, richer, and perfect for holidays, birthdays, or celebrations.

  • Author: Julia
  • Prep Time: 30 minutes
  • Cook Time: 1 hour
  • Total Time: 1 hour 30 minutes + chill time
  • Yield: 12 servings
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Baked
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Ingredients

2 cups crushed chocolate cookies

4 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted

3 (8 oz) packages cream cheese, softened

1 cup granulated sugar

1 cup semisweet chocolate chips, melted and cooled

3 large eggs

1 teaspoon vanilla extract

½ cup sour cream

1 cup evaporated milk

1 cup packed brown sugar

3 large egg yolks

½ cup unsalted butter

1 teaspoon vanilla extract

1 cup sweetened shredded coconut

1 cup chopped pecans

Instructions

Preheat oven to 325°F (160°C). Mix crushed cookies and melted butter. Press firmly into the bottom of a 9-inch springform pan. Bake for 10 minutes. Let cool.

In a large bowl, beat cream cheese until smooth. Add sugar and melted chocolate; beat to combine. Add eggs one at a time, mixing well after each. Stir in vanilla and sour cream.

Pour filling over cooled crust. Bake for 50–55 minutes, until center is just set. Turn off oven, crack the door, and let the cheesecake rest for 1 hour. Chill in the fridge for at least 4 hours or overnight.

In a medium saucepan, whisk evaporated milk, brown sugar, egg yolks, and butter over medium heat. Stir constantly until thickened (about 10–12 minutes). Remove from heat and stir in vanilla, coconut, and pecans. Cool completely.

Spread cooled topping over the chilled cheesecake. Keep refrigerated until ready to serve.

Notes

Toast coconut before stirring into the topping for extra flavor.

Use a brownie or chocolate cake base for an ultra-decadent twist.

To make minis, divide into a muffin tin and bake 20–25 minutes.

For a gluten-free version, use gluten-free cookies for the crust.

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