Description
Rich white German chocolate cake with a creamy cheesecake center delights dessert enthusiasts. Elegant layers promise a luxurious experience that celebrates classic baking traditions and indulgent flavor combinations.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 large eggs (room temperature)
- 1.75 cups (438 grams) granulated sugar
- 0.75 cup (170 grams) unsalted butter (softened)
- 2.5 cups (313 grams) all-purpose flour
- 1 cup (240 ml) whole milk (room temperature)
- 0.5 cup (85 grams) white chocolate (melted and slightly cooled)
- 2.5 tsps baking powder
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 0.5 tsp salt
- 16 oz (454 grams) cream cheese (softened)
- 2 large eggs
- 0.5 cup (100 grams) granulated sugar
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 cup (240 ml) evaporated milk
- 3 large egg yolks
- 1 cup (200 grams) granulated sugar
- 0.5 cup (113 grams) unsalted butter (cubed)
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1.5 cups (135 grams) shredded sweetened coconut
- 1 cup (100 grams) chopped pecans
Instructions
- Preparation: Generously butter an 8-inch springform pan and line the bottom with parchment paper. Preheat the oven to 325F (160C), creating an optimal baking environment for the delicate dessert.
- Cheesecake Base: Whip cream cheese and sugar until achieving a luxurious, smooth texture. Delicately fold in eggs and vanilla extract, minimizing stirring to preserve the light, airy consistency.
- Baking Process: Gently pour the silky cheesecake mixture into the prepared pan, ensuring an even surface. Bake in the preheated oven for 40-45 minutes, watching for a subtle center wiggle that signals perfect custard formation.
- Cooling and Setting: Allow the cheesecake to cool naturally within the pan, stabilizing its internal temperature. Once at room temperature, transfer to the refrigerator and chill for a minimum of 2 hours, allowing the filling to solidify into a decadent, creamy centerpiece.
Notes
- Master Pan Preparation: Line springform pan with parchment paper and butter edges to prevent sticking and ensure clean cake removal.
- Gentle Mixing Technique: Blend cream cheese and sugar minimally to avoid incorporating excess air, which can cause cracking during baking.
- Temperature Control Matters: Maintain consistent 325F oven temperature and watch for subtle center jiggle to achieve perfect cheesecake texture without overbaking.
- Cooling Strategy: Allow cheesecake to cool gradually at room temperature before refrigerating, preventing sudden temperature changes that might cause surface cracks or uneven texture.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 1 hour 30 minutes
- Category: Desserts
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: German
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 11
- Calories: 511
- Sugar: 49 g
- Sodium: 214 mg
- Fat: 27 g
- Saturated Fat: 15 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 58 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 7 g
- Cholesterol: 105 mg