Description
This German Chocolate Cake Cheesecake is the ultimate layered dessert, combining a soft chocolate cake base, creamy cheesecake center, and a classic coconut-pecan topping. Rich, nostalgic, and indulgent, it’s perfect for birthdays, holidays, or any special occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
Chocolate Cake Base
- 4 oz sweetened chocolate, chopped
- ¼ cup unsalted butter
- ½ cup granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs
- ½ cup all-purpose flour
- 2 tbsp cocoa powder
Cheesecake Layer
- 24 oz cream cheese, softened
- ¾ cup granulated sugar
- 3 large eggs
- ½ cup sour cream
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
Coconut Pecan Topping
- 1 cup evaporated milk
- ½ cup brown sugar
- ¼ cup unsalted butter
- 2 egg yolks
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 cup sweetened shredded coconut
- ¾ cup chopped pecans
Instructions
- Make the Chocolate Cake Base: Melt sweetened chocolate and butter until smooth. Stir in sugar and eggs, then mix in flour and cocoa powder. Pour into a greased springform pan and bake at 325°F (160°C) for 15 minutes. Let cool slightly.
- Prepare the Cheesecake Layer: Beat cream cheese, sugar, and eggs until smooth. Add sour cream and vanilla. Pour over the cooled cake base. Bake in a water bath for 50–60 minutes until the center is slightly jiggly. Chill overnight.
- Make the Coconut Pecan Topping: In a saucepan, combine evaporated milk, brown sugar, butter, and egg yolks. Cook over medium heat until thickened. Stir in vanilla, coconut, and pecans. Let cool completely.
- Assemble and Garnish: Spread the coconut-pecan topping over the chilled cheesecake. Garnish with a drizzle of melted chocolate or extra pecans. Serve with whipped cream if desired.
Notes
- Use room temperature ingredients for smooth batters.
- Don’t overbake—watch for a slight jiggle in the cheesecake center.
- Toast coconut and pecans for extra flavor.
- Let each layer cool before assembling to maintain structure.
- Chill overnight for best results and clean slices.
- Prep Time: 40 minutes
- Cook Time: 70 minutes
- Category: Desserts
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 480
- Sugar: 33g
- Sodium: 190mg
- Fat: 34g
- Saturated Fat: 20g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 7g
- Cholesterol: 125mg
Keywords: german chocolate cheesecake, layered cheesecake, coconut pecan topping, holiday dessert, chocolate cake cheesecake