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german chocolate cheesecake

German chocolate cheesecake: 7 steps to pure bliss

  • Author: Lisa
  • Prep Time: 30 minutes
  • Cook Time: 1 hour 10 minutes
  • Total Time: 4 hours 40 minutes
  • Yield: 12 servings 1x
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: German
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

A rich and creamy German chocolate cheesecake with a chocolate crust and coconut-pecan topping.


Ingredients

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  • 1 1/2 cups graham cracker crumbs
  • 1/2 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
  • 1/2 cup sugar
  • 1/2 cup butter, melted
  • 24 oz cream cheese, softened
  • 1 cup sugar
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 4 large eggs
  • 1 cup sour cream
  • 1 cup shredded coconut
  • 1 cup chopped pecans
  • 1/2 cup brown sugar

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 325°F (160°C).
  2. Mix graham cracker crumbs, cocoa powder, sugar, and melted butter in a bowl.
  3. Press mixture into the bottom of a springform pan.
  4. Beat cream cheese and sugar until smooth.
  5. Add vanilla extract and eggs, one at a time, mixing well after each.
  6. Stir in sour cream until fully combined.
  7. Pour cream cheese mixture over the crust.
  8. Bake for 55-60 minutes until set.
  9. Mix coconut, pecans, and brown sugar in a bowl.
  10. Spread topping over cheesecake and bake for an additional 10 minutes.
  11. Cool completely before serving.

Notes

  • Chill in the refrigerator for at least 4 hours before serving.
  • Use room temperature ingredients for best results.

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 slice
  • Calories: 450
  • Sugar: 32g
  • Sodium: 320mg
  • Fat: 30g
  • Saturated Fat: 15g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 10g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 40g
  • Fiber: 2g
  • Protein: 6g
  • Cholesterol: 90mg

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