German Chocolate Cheesecake: A Decadent Fusion of Two Classics

Ingredients (US Measurements)

For the Crust:

• 1 ½ cups chocolate cookie crumbs (such as Oreos, crushed)

• ¼ cup granulated sugar

• 5 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted

For the Chocolate Cheesecake Filling:

• 24 oz cream cheese, softened (three 8-oz packages)

• 1 cup granulated sugar

• ¼ cup brown sugar

• 1 cup sour cream

• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

• 4 large eggs, room temperature

• 8 oz semisweet or German’s baking chocolate, melted and cooled

• 2 tablespoons unsweetened cocoa powder

• Pinch of salt

For the Coconut-Pecan Topping:

• 1 cup evaporated milk (or heavy cream)

• ¾ cup brown sugar

• 3 egg yolks, lightly beaten

• ½ cup unsalted butter

• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

• 1 ½ cups sweetened shredded coconut

• 1 cup chopped pecans, toasted

Optional Garnishes:

• Whipped cream or chocolate ganache drizzle

• Extra toasted pecans

• Chocolate shavings

Step-by-Step Instructions

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