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White German Chocolate Cake with Cheesecake Center

White German Chocolate Cake with Cheesecake Center
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Indulge in a slice of heaven with this White German Chocolate Cake with Cheesecake Center! This delightful dessert combines the rich flavors of creamy white chocolate and velvety cheesecake, enveloped in a soft, fluffy cake. Perfect for any occasion, whether it’s a birthday celebration, holiday gathering, or simply a sweet treat at home. Each bite reveals a luscious cheesecake surprise that is sure to impress your family and friends. With its stunning presentation and decadent taste, this cake is more than just a dessert; it’s an experience to be savored. Easy to make and even easier to love, you won’t want to miss out on making this exquisite layered cake!

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

  1. Prepare the Cheesecake Layer: Preheat oven to 325°F (163°C). Beat softened cream cheese and sugar until smooth. Add eggs, vanilla extract, sour cream, and flour. Pour into greased springform pan and bake for 40–45 minutes. Cool completely before chilling.
  2. Make the Cake: Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour two round cake pans. Whisk dry ingredients together. Cream butter and sugar in another bowl; add eggs one at a time followed by vanilla extract and melted white chocolate. Alternate adding dry ingredients and buttermilk until well combined. Divide batter between pans and bake for 25–30 minutes; cool on wire racks.
  3. Prepare the Frosting: In a saucepan, combine butter, evaporated milk, sugar, and egg yolks over medium heat until thickened (10–12 minutes). Stir in vanilla extract, coconut, pecans, and melted white chocolate; let cool.
  4. Assemble the Cake: Stack one cake layer on a plate, top with chilled cheesecake layer, then add second cake layer. Frost generously with cooled frosting.

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