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No-Bake German Chocolate Cheesecake


  • Author: krmibk110
  • Total Time: 255 minutes
  • Yield: 8 servings 1x
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

A creamy cheesecake filled with chocolate and coconut, perfect for warm days or special occasions.


Ingredients

Scale
  • 2 cups chocolate cookie crumbs
  • 1/2 cup melted butter
  • 3 (8 oz) packages cream cheese, softened
  • 1 cup sugar
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 cup sour cream
  • 1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips, melted
  • 1/2 cup caramel sauce
  • 1/2 cup shredded coconut
  • 1/2 cup chopped pecans
  • 1 (8 oz) container whipped topping
  • Chocolate shavings, for garnish
  • Pecan halves, for garnish

Instructions

  1. In a medium bowl, combine the chocolate cookie crumbs and melted butter.
  2. Press the mixture into the bottom of a 7-inch springform pan. Chill in the refrigerator while preparing the filling.
  3. In a large mixing bowl, beat the cream cheese and sugar until smooth.
  4. Add in the vanilla extract and sour cream, mixing until well combined.
  5. Gradually mix in the melted chocolate until fully incorporated.
  6. Pour the cream cheese mixture over the crust and spread evenly.
  7. Drizzle caramel sauce over the top, then sprinkle with shredded coconut and chopped pecans.
  8. Chill the cheesecake in the refrigerator for at least 240 minutes or until firm.
  9. Before serving, spread the whipped topping over the cheesecake.
  10. Garnish with chocolate shavings and pecan halves.

Notes

Use room temperature cream cheese for a smoother texture. Can be made a day in advance.

  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 0 minutes
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: No-Bake
  • Cuisine: German

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 slice
  • Calories: 450
  • Sugar: 25g
  • Sodium: 200mg
  • Fat: 30g
  • Saturated Fat: 15g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 10g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 40g
  • Fiber: 2g
  • Protein: 6g
  • Cholesterol: 50mg

Keywords: cheesecake, no-bake, chocolate, dessert, German