White German Chocolate Cake with Cheesecake Center
Indulge in the luscious flavors of our White German Chocolate Cake with Cheesecake Center. This stunning dessert features layers of moist white chocolate cake enveloping a creamy, dreamy cheesecake layer, all topped off with a decadent coconut pecan frosting. Perfect for celebrations or as a delightful treat after dinner, this cake is sure to impress your guests with its rich taste and unique presentation. With easy-to-follow instructions, bakers of all levels can create this showstopper that combines elegance and flavor in every bite.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 1 hour
- Total Time: 1 hour 30 minutes
- Yield: Serves approximately 12 slices 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 2 (8 oz) blocks cream cheese, softened
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1 tsp pure vanilla extract
- 1/4 cup sour cream
- 1 tbsp all-purpose flour
- 2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tbsp baking powder
- 1/2 tsp baking soda
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1 cup unsalted butter, room temperature
- 1 1/2 cups granulated sugar
- 4 large eggs
- 2 tsp vanilla extract
- 8 oz white chocolate, melted and cooled
- 1 cup buttermilk
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter
- 1 cup evaporated milk
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 3 egg yolks, lightly beaten
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 1/2 cups sweetened shredded coconut
- 1 cup chopped pecans
- 4 oz white chocolate, melted
Instructions
- Prepare the cheesecake center by beating cream cheese and sugar until smooth. Add eggs one at a time along with vanilla extract and other ingredients. Bake at 325°F for about 40–45 minutes.
- Make the white chocolate cake by creaming butter and sugar. Add eggs and melted white chocolate. Alternate adding dry ingredients and buttermilk. Bake at 350°F for 25–30 minutes.
- Prepare the coconut pecan frosting by cooking butter, evaporated milk, sugar, and egg yolks until thickened. Stir in remaining ingredients.
- Assemble the cake by layering the cakes and cheesecake with frosting in between and on top.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (100g)
- Calories: 410
- Sugar: 36g
- Sodium: 210mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 14g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 43g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 95mg