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German Chocolate Heaven Cheesecake

German Chocolate Heaven Cheesecake

This decadent German Chocolate Heaven Cheesecake combines rich chocolate layers, creamy cheesecake filling, and a classic coconut-pecan topping for an indulgent dessert experience worthy of any celebration.
Préparation 25 minutes
Cuisson 1 heure 10 minutes
Cooling and Chilling Time 2 heures
Temps total 1 heure 35 minutes
Portions: 10 slices
Plat: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 620

Ingrédients
  

Crust
  • 1 1/2 cups chocolate cookie crumbs
  • 1/3 cup unsalted butter melted
Cheesecake Filling
  • 3 packages cream cheese softened (8 oz each)
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 cup sour cream
  • 4 large eggs
  • 8 oz semi-sweet chocolate melted and slightly cooled
Coconut-Pecan Topping
  • 1 cup evaporated milk
  • 1 cup brown sugar packed
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 1 1/3 cups sweetened shredded coconut
  • 1 cup chopped pecans toasted

Équipement

  • 9-inch Springform Pan
  • Mixing bowls
  • Electric Mixer
  • Saucepan

Préparation
 

  1. Preheat oven to 160°C (325°F). Grease a 9-inch springform pan and wrap the bottom with foil.
  2. In a bowl, combine chocolate cookie crumbs and melted butter. Press into the bottom of the prepared pan. Bake for 10 minutes, then cool.
  3. Beat cream cheese and sugar until smooth. Add sour cream, then mix in eggs one at a time.
  4. Fold in melted chocolate until the mixture is fully combined and creamy.
  5. Pour the filling over the crust and bake for 60–70 minutes until the center is almost set.
  6. Turn off the oven, leave the door slightly open, and let cheesecake rest inside for 1 hour. Then chill for at least 2 hours.
  7. In a saucepan, combine evaporated milk, brown sugar, egg yolks, butter, and vanilla. Cook over medium heat until thickened (10–12 minutes).
  8. Remove from heat and stir in coconut and pecans. Let cool before spreading over the chilled cheesecake.
  9. Chill the completed cheesecake for another 30 minutes before serving.

Notes et conservation

For a richer chocolate flavor, use dark chocolate instead of semi-sweet. Store the cheesecake covered in the refrigerator for up to 4 days. Freeze leftovers for up to 1 month.