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German chocolate cheesecake

A rich and creamy German chocolate cheesecake topped with coconut and pecans.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour 25 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 40 minutes
Servings: 12
Cuisine: Chinese
Calories: 120
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 24 oz cream cheese
  • 0.25 cup unsalted butter
  • 1.5 cups sugar
  • 3 large eggs
  • 1 cup sour cream
  • 8 oz German chocolate
  • 1.25 cups chopped pecans
  • 2.5 cups Oreo crumbs
  • 0.25 cup unsalted butter
Coconut Pecan Topping
  • 1.5 cups sweetened shredded coconut
  • 1.25 cups chopped pecans
  • 0.75 cups brown sugar
  • 0.25 cup unsalted butter

Method
 

Preparation Steps
  1. Preheat the oven to 325°F. Mix Oreo crumbs and melted butter, then press into a springform pan to form the crust. Bake for 8-10 minutes and set aside.
  2. In a large bowl, beat cream cheese with sugar until smooth. Add eggs one at a time, then mix in sour cream and melted German chocolate.
  3. Pour filling over the crust and bake in a water bath for 1 hour 25 minutes, then turn off oven and let sit for 30 minutes with door closed.
  4. Prepare topping by combining coconut, pecans, brown sugar, and butter. Spread over cooled cheesecake.
  5. Refrigerate for at least 4 hours or overnight before serving. Decorate with coconut pecan topping and drizzle with chocolate if desired.

Notes

This cheesecake is perfect for special occasions and the coconut pecan topping adds a delightful crunch and sweetness.