German Chocolate Cheesecake Recipe

Carla Cardello | Chocolate Moosey

German Chocolate Cheesecake is a creamy, indulgent cheesecake with beautiful textures. You'll be in heaven!

I decided I'm going to start a fan club - the “I Love German Chocolate Cake Everything” fan club. Based on recipes I've made in the past, I'm on a mission to make German chocolate everything.

So far I have pecan pie, cheese ball, cupcakes, sandwich cookies, a mini cake, and (my personal favorite) ice cream.

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Of course being the cheesecake fanatic that I am, it was only natural to make a German chocolate cheesecake, complete with a homemade coconut pecan frosting on top. I'm not sure what it is about that coconutpecan, and chocolate combination, but I'm hooked.

Probably because I have the world's biggest sweet tooth.

I'm not the other one who feels this way either. When I took leftover cheesecake to my co-working space, one person described it as having a chocolate mousse texture - ultra creamy and decadent.

Slices didn't last long once everyone got word that there was German chocolate cheesecake in the kitchen.

German Chocolate Cheesecake Picture

Fun fact - German chocolate cake did not originate from Germany. It's called German chocolate because a man named Sam German developed German's chocolate used in the cake.

Ideally you'd want to use the green box that's labeled German chocolate, which is 48 percent cacao. However, semisweet chocolate, which is 56 percent cacao, will work just as well.

For the crust I used chocolate graham crackers, but feel free to substitute chocolate sandwich cookies.

Have you ever noticed when you make German chocolate cake frosting, it calls for evaporated milk? I'm not a fan of opening a large can for only a small amount.

Luckily, you can use heavy whipping cream in place of the milk. I always have a large carton of whipping cream in my fridge since I make homemade whipped cream and ice cream often.

German Chocolate Cheesecake Image

You do need to buy a springform pan in order to make cheesecake, as they are too delicate to invert from a regular cake pan. Removing the sides of the springform pan makes it easier to cut and serve.

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German Chocolate Cheesecake Recipe

    10 Servings

Ingredients

For the Cheesecake:
  • 2 1/2 cups Chocolate Graham Cracker Crumbs
  • 6 tablespoons Unsalted Butter, Melted
  • 24 ounces Cream Cheese, Room temperature
  • 1 cup Granulated Sugar
  • 3 Eggs, Room temperature
  • 4 ounces Semisweet Chocolate, Melted
  • 1 teaspoon Pure Vanilla Extract
Coconut Pecan Frosting:
  • 2/3 cup Granulated Sugar
  • 2/3 cup Heavy Whipping Cream, Room temperature, can sub evaporated milk
  • 2 Egg Yolks, Room temperature
  • 1/4 cup Unsalted Butter, Softened and cut into 4 pieces, 2 ounces or 4 tablespoons
  • pinch of Salt
  • 1 cup Sweetened Coconut Flakes
  • 1 cup Chopped Pecans, Toasted
  • 1/4 teaspoon Pure Vanilla Extract

Directions

For the Cheesecake:

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F. Have an 8.5 inch or 9 inch springform pan ready.
  2. In a large bowl, mix together the graham cracker crumbs and melted butter. Pat into the bottom and roughly 2 inches up the side of the pan.
  3. In a large mixing bowl, beat together the cream cheese and sugar until light and fluffy, about 3-4 minutes. Beat in the eggs, one at a time, for 1 minute each. Add the melted chocolate and vanilla then beat for an additional 1-2 minutes.
  4. Pour the batter into the crust then bake 35-40 minutes or until the center is almost set (it'll move when the pan is shaken, but the top should be firm when you touch it). Remove from the oven and cool 1 hour in the pan.
  5. Carefully run a knife along the edge to loosen the cheesecake. Cover and refrigerate for at least 4 hours or overnight.

For the Frosting:

  1. In a medium saucepan, whisk together the sugar, cream, egg yolk, butter, and salt. Bring to a boil over medium heat, stirring constantly as the butter melts. Once boiling, cook another 3-5 minutes or until the mixture thickens. Remove from the heat and stir in pecans, coconut, and vanilla. Cool for 1 hour or until cool and spreadable (it'll thicken as it cools).
  2. Remove the pan side from the cheesecake. Spread the frosting on top then cut and serve. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 1 week.

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Author: Carla Cardello
Recipe Yields: 10 servings
Prep Time: 30 minutes
Cook Time: 40 minutes
Total Time: 70 minutes

Nutrition Facts

Servings Per Recipe 10

Amount Per Serving
Calories from Fat 457
Calories 803

% Daily Value*
88%
Total Fat 57g
138%
  Saturated Fat 28g
10%
Sodium 237mg
21%
Total Carbohydrate 63g
4%
  Dietary Fiber 3g
  Sugars 47g
20%
Protein 10g

* Percent Daily Value are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
** Nutrition Facts are estimated based on ingredients and data provided by Fat Secret. Please consult a doctor if you have special dietary needs.
Carla Cardello

About Carla

Carla is the award-winning baker and avid cook behind Chocolate Moosey. She adores all things Cheesecake, so we're so glad she's our cheesecake fanatic!

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