Ingredients:
Coconut Pecan Topping
- 4 egg yolks
- 12 oz can evaporated milk
- 1 1/2 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 1/2 cups granulated sugar
- 3/4 cup unsalted butter, cubed
- 2 2/3 cups sweetened shredded coconut
- 1 1/4 cups chopped pecans
Crust
- 2 cups Oreo crumbs (with filling)
- 4 tbsp unsalted butter, melted
Cheesecake Filling
- 24 oz cream cheese (3 x 8 oz packages), room temperature
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 8 oz German chocolate, melted
- 1 tbsp all-purpose flour
- 3 tbsp unsweetened cocoa powder
- 4 large eggs, room temperature
- 1 cup sour cream
- 1/2 tsp vanilla extract
Preparation:
Coconut Pecan Topping
- In a large saucepan, whisk together egg yolks, evaporated milk, and vanilla extract until smooth.
- Add sugar and butter, cooking over medium heat for 12-15 minutes, stirring constantly, until thickened and golden brown.
- Remove from heat, stir in coconut and pecans, and let cool completely.
Crust
- Preheat oven to 325°F (165°C).
- Mix Oreo crumbs and melted butter in a bowl until combined.
- Press mixture into the bottom and up the sides of a 9-inch springform pan.
- Bake for 10 minutes, then set aside. Wrap the pan in aluminum foil.
Cheesecake Filling
- Reduce oven temperature to 300°F (150°C).
- In a large bowl, beat cream cheese, sugar, melted chocolate, flour, and cocoa powder on low speed until smooth. Scrape down the bowl.
- Add eggs one at a time, beating slowly after each addition. Scrape the bowl again.
- Stir in sour cream and vanilla extract until well combined.
- Spread a thin layer of cheesecake batter over the crust. Add 1 1/2 cups of coconut pecan topping, then cover with the remaining batter.
- Place the springform pan in a larger pan and fill with warm water halfway up the sides.
- Bake for 1 hour 30 minutes. Turn off the oven, crack the door, and let the cheesecake cool for 40 minutes.
- Chill the cheesecake completely, then top with remaining coconut pecan topping and chocolate sauce.
Indulge in this rich, creamy German Chocolate Cheesecake, a perfect blend of coconut, pecan, and chocolate flavors. Ideal for special occasions or a decadent dessert!
