White German Chocolate Cake with a Cheesecake Center

August 18, 2025 by admin

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#### For the Coconut-Pecan Frosting:

* 1 cup evaporated milk
* 1 cup sugar
* 3 large egg yolks
* 1/2 cup butter
* 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
* 1 1/3 cups sweetened shredded coconut
* 1 cup chopped pecans

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### 👩‍🍳 How to Make It

#### Step 1: Make the Cheesecake Layer

1. Preheat oven to 325°F (165°C).
2. Beat cream cheese and sugar until smooth. Add eggs and vanilla, mixing just until combined.
3. Pour into a greased 9-inch springform pan.
4. Bake for 35–40 minutes or until set. Let cool completely, then refrigerate for at least 2 hours.

#### Step 2: Bake the White German Chocolate Cake

1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour two 9-inch cake pans.
2. Cream butter and sugar until light. Add egg yolks one at a time, then stir in vanilla and melted white chocolate.
3. In another bowl, combine flour, baking soda, and salt. Add to the batter alternately with buttermilk.
4. In a separate bowl, beat egg whites until stiff peaks form. Fold into the batter.
5. Pour into prepared pans and bake for 25–30 minutes. Let cool completely.

#### Step 3: Prepare the Coconut-Pecan Frosting

1. In a saucepan, combine evaporated milk, sugar, egg yolks, and butter.
2. Cook over medium heat, stirring constantly, until thickened (about 10–12 minutes).
3. Remove from heat and stir in vanilla, coconut, and pecans. Cool to room temperature.

#### Step 4: Assemble the Cake

1. Place one cake layer on your serving plate.
2. Carefully remove the cheesecake layer from the springform pan and place it on top of the cake.
3. Add the second cake layer over the cheesecake.
4. Frost the top and sides with the coconut-pecan frosting.

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### 🌟 Tips for Success

* **Make ahead**: You can make the cheesecake layer the night before for easy assembly.
* **Chill before slicing**: Refrigerate the assembled cake for at least an hour to help it set — it slices more cleanly.
* **Customize**: Add a drizzle of white chocolate ganache or a sprinkle of toasted coconut for extra flair.

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### 🎉 A Cake That Wows Every Time

This **White German Chocolate Cake with a Cheesecake Center** isn’t just a dessert — it’s a full-blown experience. The combination of velvety cheesecake, tender cake layers, and nutty coconut topping creates layers of flavor and texture in every bite.

Whether you’re baking for a birthday, a holiday, or just a rainy Sunday, this recipe delivers richness and elegance with every forkful.

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**Ready to impress your guests or treat yourself to something extraordinary? This is the cake that’ll have everyone asking for seconds — and the recipe!**

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