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German Chocolate Brownie Cheesecake

German Chocolate Brownie Cheesecake: The Ultimate Triple-Layer Dessert


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  • Author: Gianna Poulef
  • Total Time: 5 hours
  • Yield: 12 slices 1x
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

German Chocolate Brownie Cheesecake is a decadent triple-layer dessert with a fudgy brownie base, creamy cheesecake center, and classic coconut-pecan topping.


Ingredients

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½ cup unsalted butter

1 cup granulated sugar

2 large eggs

1 teaspoon vanilla extract

⅓ cup cocoa powder

½ cup all-purpose flour

¼ teaspoon salt

¼ teaspoon baking powder

16 oz cream cheese

¾ cup granulated sugar

2 large eggs

½ cup sour cream

½ cup evaporated milk

½ cup brown sugar

2 egg yolks

¼ cup butter

¾ cup shredded coconut

½ cup chopped pecans

½ cup chocolate chips

¼ cup heavy cream


Instructions

1. Prepare brownie base and bake 15 minutes.

2. Make cheesecake batter and pour over brownie.

3. Bake 45–50 minutes and chill.

4. Cook coconut-pecan topping until thick.

5. Spread topping over chilled cheesecake.

6. Drizzle with chocolate if desired.

Notes

Chill fully before slicing.

Use room-temperature ingredients.

Very rich — small slices recommended.

  • Prep Time: 30 minutes
  • Cook Time: 1 hour
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 slice
  • Calories: 520
  • Sugar: 40g
  • Sodium: 260mg
  • Fat: 32g
  • Saturated Fat: 18g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 12g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 52g
  • Fiber: 3g
  • Protein: 8g
  • Cholesterol: 145mg