German Chocolate Cheesecake
This easy german chocolate cheesecake recipe is packed with incredible flavor and simple to prepare. Perfect for family meals or special occasions!
German Chocolate Cheesecake
This easy german chocolate cheesecake recipe is packed with incredible flavor and simple to prepare. Perfect for family meals or special occasions!
Ingredients
Method
- Oreo Crust:
- Line the bottom of the 9-inch springform pan with parchment paper and wrap the pan in heavy-duty aluminum foil and set aside.
- Preheat the oven to 325F.
- Whisk together Oreo crumbs with melted butter, then press the mixture into the bottom and 1 inch up the sides of springform pan. Place in the freezer to firm.
- Chocolate Cheesecake:
- Melt the chocolate and set it aside.
- Beat softened cream cheese, sugar, and vanilla. Mix in the cocoa and melted chocolate.
- Add eggs and beat just to combine.
- Spread the mixture over the crust and smooth the top. Place in the preheated oven, then place a small pot filled with water under the pan.
- Bake about 1 hour and 15 minutes or until the center has set. Turn off the oven and crack the door open for additional hour, then place the cake on the counter to cool to room temperature, then chill in the fridge for 4 hour.
- When it’s cooled remove the ring from the springform pan and transfer the cake onto the serving plate.
- Coconut Pecan Topping:
- In a sauce pan stir together evaporated milk, butter, light brown sugar, and egg yolks. Stirring constantly simmer for 10 minutes until thicken (it should be pudding-like).
- Remove from heat and stir in vanilla.
- Next, stir in coconut and pecans. Set aside to cool to room temperature, then spread over the chilled cake.
- Chocolate Ganache Swirls:
- Melt the chocolate and coconut oil, then stir in maple syrup.
- Whisk in cold heavy cream until smooth and creamy. Then whisk in cocoa powder. Set aside to cool and reach piping consistency.
- Transfer to a piping bag and make the swirls.
Tips for the Best German Chocolate Cheesecake
- Pre-heat & Prep: Always gather all ingredients before cooking german chocolate cheesecake.
- Flavor Adjustment: Adjust seasoning to taste near the end of cooking.
- Storage Tips: Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3-4 days.
