Go Back
+ servings
German Chocolate Cheesecake

Irresistibly Rich German Chocolate Cheesecake Recipe

This decadent German Chocolate Cheesecake features a rich blend of chocolate and coconut-pecan topping, making it an ultimate indulgence for dessert lovers.
Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour
Chill Time 6 hours
Total Time 7 hours 30 minutes
Servings: 12 slices
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: German
Calories: 450

Ingredients
  

For the Crust
  • 24 cookies Oreo Can substitute with graham crackers for a different flavor
  • 0.5 cups unsalted butter Melted
For the Cheesecake Filling
  • 32 oz cream cheese 4 blocks, at room temperature
  • 1 cups granulated sugar
  • 0.5 cups cocoa powder Dutch-processed recommended
  • 4 large eggs At room temperature
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract Pure extract recommended
For the Coconut-Pecan Topping
  • 1 cup evaporated milk
  • 1 cup shredded coconut Sweetened or unsweetened based on preference
  • 1 cup pecans Can be replaced with walnuts
For the Ganache
  • 1 cup heavy cream Coconut cream can be substituted for a dairy-free option
  • 2 tablespoons maple syrup Honey or agave syrup are good substitutes

Equipment

  • oven
  • food processor
  • 9-inch springform pan
  • Mixing bowl
  • Saucepan
  • piping bag

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Crush 24 Oreo cookies until fine, mix with ½ cup melted unsalted butter, and press into the bottom of a 9-inch springform pan. Freeze for 15 minutes.
  2. Beat together 4 blocks of room-temperature cream cheese, 1 cup granulated sugar, ½ cup cocoa powder, and 4 large eggs until smooth. Pour the mixture over the crust and bake for 50-60 minutes until set around the edges.
  3. While cooling, toast 1 cup of shredded coconut and 1 cup of chopped pecans for 10 minutes. In a saucepan, combine ½ cup butter, 1 cup evaporated milk, 1 cup sugar, and 3 egg yolks. Cook until thickened, then stir in coconut, pecans, and 1 teaspoon vanilla extract.
  4. Spread the topping over the cooled cheesecake. Refrigerate for at least 1 hour.
  5. Heat 1 cup of heavy cream to a simmer and pour over 8 oz chopped dark chocolate. Let sit before whisking in 2 tablespoons maple syrup. Cool slightly to thicken before drizzling.
  6. Remove the springform ring, drizzle ganache over the cheesecake, slice, and serve chilled.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 40gProtein: 6gFat: 30gSaturated Fat: 18gPolyunsaturated Fat: 4gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 120mgSodium: 250mgPotassium: 180mgFiber: 2gSugar: 25gVitamin A: 600IUCalcium: 50mgIron: 1.5mg

Notes

Allow the cheesecake to chill for at least 6 hours for the best texture and flavor. Consider a water bath while baking to prevent cracking.

Tried this recipe?

Let us know how it was!