Ingredients and Weight:
For the Cheesecake:
- Cream cheese, 16 ounces
- Sugar, 1 cup
- Eggs, 3
- Vanilla extract, 1 teaspoon
For the German Chocolate Cake:
- All-purpose flour, 1 1/2 cups
- Sugar, 1 cup
- Cocoa powder, 1/2 cup
- Baking powder, 1 teaspoon
- Baking soda, 1 teaspoon
- Salt, 1/4 teaspoon
- Buttermilk, 1 cup
- Vegetable oil, 1/3 cup
- Eggs, 2
For the German Chocolate Frosting:
- German chocolate, 8 ounces, chopped
- Evaporated milk, 1 (12-ounce) can
- Butter, 1/2 cup
- Vanilla extract, 1 teaspoon
Preparation Time:
30 minutes
Cooking Time:
50-60 minutes
Difficulty Level:
3/5
Preparation Method Steps:
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 9x13 inch baking pan.
- For the Cheesecake: Beat cream cheese and sugar together until smooth. Add eggs one at a time, then stir in vanilla extract.
- For the German Chocolate Cake: In a separate bowl, whisk together flour, sugar, cocoa powder, baking powder, baking soda, and salt. In another bowl, whisk together buttermilk, vegetable oil, and eggs. Gradually add wet ingredients to dry ingredients, mixing until just combined.
- Pour half of the German chocolate cake batter into the prepared pan. Top with the cheesecake filling. Spread the remaining German chocolate cake batter evenly over the cheesecake filling.
- Bake for 50-60 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- For the German Chocolate Frosting: Combine german chocolate, evaporated milk, butter, and vanilla extract in a saucepan over medium heat. Cook, stirring constantly, until chocolate is melted and frosting is smooth.
- Spread German Chocolate Frosting over the cooled cake.
Nutritional Information:
Per serving (1/8 of the cake):
- Calories: 450
- Fat: 25 grams
- Saturated fat: 15 grams
- Carbohydrates: 50 grams
- Protein: 10 grams
Dish Characteristics:
- Rich, chocolatey, and decadent
- Swirling cheesecake and German chocolate cake layers
- Topped with a creamy German chocolate frosting
User Comments:
"Absolutely divine! The combination of cheesecake and German chocolate cake is heavenly."
"This cake was a hit at my party. It was gone in minutes!"
"The frosting is the perfect finishing touch, smooth and flavorful."
Special Precautions and Tips:
- Do not overmix the cake batter, as this can result in a tough cake.
- Allow the cake to cool completely before frosting to prevent the frosting from melting.
- Store the cake refrigerated for up to 3 days.
