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White German Chocolate Cake with Cheesecake Center

White German Chocolate Cake with Cheesecake Center
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If you’re on the hunt for a stunning dessert that boasts rich flavors and creamy textures, look no further than this White German Chocolate Cake with Cheesecake Center. This cake is sure to impress, featuring a luscious cheesecake layer nestled between two moist white chocolate cakes, all topped with a delightful coconut pecan frosting. Whether it’s for birthdays, holidays, or just because, this cake brings joy to any occasion. With its decadent yet light flavor profile, it’s designed to satisfy your sweet tooth and become a family favorite.

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 by beating cream cheese and sugar until smooth. Add eggs one at a time, then stir in vanilla, sour cream, and flour. Bake at 325°F for 40–45 minutes. Cool and chill.
  2. For the cake, mix dry ingredients in one bowl and cream butter and sugar in another until fluffy. Beat in eggs and melted white chocolate alternately with buttermilk. Bake at 350°F for 25–30 minutes.
  3. Make the frosting by cooking butter, evaporated milk, sugar, and egg yolks over medium heat until thickened. Stir in vanilla, coconut, pecans, and melted white chocolate.
  4. Assemble the cake by layering one cake on a plate, adding the chilled cheesecake layer on top, followed by the second cake layer. Frost with cooled frosting.

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