Description
A rich dessert combining cheesecake and German chocolate cake, topped with coconut and pecans.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 1/2 cups graham cracker crumbs
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1/4 cup melted unsalted butter
- 3 (8-ounce) packages cream cheese, softened
- 1 1/2 cups granulated sugar
- 3 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 cup sour cream
- 1 cup evaporated milk
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1/4 cup butter, cut into small pieces
- 1 cup flaked coconut
- 1/2 cup chopped pecans
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). In a medium bowl, mix the graham cracker crumbs, sugar, and melted butter. Press this mixture firmly into the bottom of a 9-inch springform pan.
- In a large bowl, beat the softened cream cheese and sugar together until smooth. Add the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition. Stir in the vanilla extract and sour cream. Pour this creamy filling over the crust.
- Place the cheesecake in the preheated oven and bake for 50-60 minutes, or until the center is set. Once done, allow the cheesecake to cool completely in the pan.
- In a medium saucepan over medium heat, combine the evaporated milk, sugar, cocoa powder, and butter. Bring the mixture to a boil while stirring continuously. Lower the heat and let it simmer for about 5 minutes, until it thickens. Remove from heat and stir in the flaked coconut and chopped pecans.
- Once the cheesecake has cooled, pour the German chocolate glaze over the top, spreading it evenly.
- Refrigerate the cheesecake for at least 4 hours to set completely.
Notes
Serve chilled with whipped cream. Experiment with toppings like caramel or fresh berries.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 60 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: German
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 35g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 27g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 50g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 80mg
Keywords: cheesecake, German chocolate, dessert, chocolate cake