Description
This No-Bake German Chocolate Cheesecake is a rich and decadent dessert that combines a crunchy Oreo crust with a creamy chocolate cheesecake filling and a luscious coconut-pecan topping. Perfect for impressing guests or indulging in a special treat without the use of an oven.
Ingredients
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Crust
- 24 Oreo cookies, crushed (cream removed)
- 5 tbsp unsalted butter, melted
Chocolate Cheesecake Filling
- 16 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips, melted and cooled
- ½ cup granulated sugar
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 ½ cups whipped topping (like Cool Whip)
Coconut-Pecan Topping
- ½ cup evaporated milk
- ½ cup brown sugar, packed
- ¼ cup unsalted butter
- 1 egg yolk, beaten
- ½ tsp vanilla extract
- ½ cup shredded sweetened coconut
- ½ cup chopped pecans
Instructions
- Prepare the crust: Mix crushed Oreos and melted butter until well combined. Press the mixture firmly into the bottom of a 9-inch springform pan. Chill in the refrigerator for 20 minutes to set.
- Mix cream cheese and sugar: In a large mixing bowl, beat the softened cream cheese and granulated sugar until the mixture is smooth and creamy, ensuring there are no lumps.
- Add chocolate and vanilla: Stir in the melted and cooled semi-sweet chocolate chips along with the vanilla extract. Mix until fully combined and smooth.
- Fold in whipped topping: Gently fold the whipped topping into the chocolate cream cheese mixture until it becomes fluffy and smooth, taking care not to overmix.
- Spread filling: Evenly spread the cheesecake filling over the chilled crust, smoothing the top.
- Refrigerate: Place the cheesecake in the refrigerator to chill while you prepare the coconut-pecan topping.
- Prepare the topping: In a saucepan over medium heat, combine evaporated milk, brown sugar, butter, and beaten egg yolk. Stir constantly and cook for 8 to 10 minutes until the mixture thickens.
- Finish topping: Remove the saucepan from heat and stir in vanilla extract, shredded coconut, and chopped pecans. Allow the topping to cool completely.
- Top the cheesecake: Spread the cooled coconut-pecan topping evenly over the cheesecake layer.
- Final chill: Chill the cheesecake for at least 4 hours or, preferably, overnight to allow it to fully set.
- Serve: Slice and enjoy this rich, no-bake German chocolate cheesecake masterpiece.
Notes
- Make sure the topping cools completely before spreading; it will firm up as it chills.
- For extra shine and flavor, drizzle with melted chocolate before serving.
- Cheesecake can be prepared up to 2 days ahead; keep covered in the refrigerator.
- Freeze individual slices for up to 1 month and thaw overnight before serving.
- Prep Time: 25 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Dessert, Cheesecake, No-Bake
- Method: No-Bake
- Cuisine: American
Keywords: no-bake cheesecake, German chocolate cheesecake, Oreo crust, coconut pecan topping, easy cheesecake recipe, no-bake dessert
