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No-Bake-German-Chocolate-Cheesecake 2

No-Bake German Chocolate Cheesecake


  • Author: elicea
  • Total Time: 260
  • Yield: 12-15 servings
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

A rich, no-bake American dessert with a chocolate crust, creamy coconut-pecan filling, and glossy caramel drizzle. Perfect for holidays, gatherings, or lazy nights with pantry staples.


Ingredients

2 cups chocolate wafer crumbs (from crushed cookies)
½ cup unsalted butter, melted
16 oz cream cheese, softened
1 cup powdered sugar
½ cup unsweetened cocoa powder
1 tsp vanilla extract
1 cup heavy cream
1 cup sweetened condensed milk
1 cup chocolate chips, melted
Coconut flakes and caramel drizzle for topping


Instructions

Mix chocolate wafer crumbs and melted butter
Press crust into a springform pan, chill 15 minutes
Beat cream cheese until smooth, gradually add sweetened condensed milk and heavy cream
Fold in 1½ cups melted chocolate chips
Layer coconut, pecans, and caramel drizzle atop the filling
Chill overnight before serving

Notes

Use natural cocoa powder for bold flavor
Sift powdered sugar to avoid clumps
Melt chocolate chips slowly to avoid burning
Prep crust in a Ziploc bag with a rolling pin for quick crumbs
Store in fridge for up to 4 days or freeze for school events
Substitute chocolate chips with melted halal-certified chocolate if available

  • Prep Time: 20
  • Category: Desserts & Sweets
  • Method: No-Bake
  • Cuisine: American