German Chocolate Cheesecake Brownies

German Chocolate Brownies topped with a layer of cheesecake will be a big hit with coconut/chocolate lovers. These double layer bars are very easy to make!

Two Delicious Layers

The brownie layer is made with a box of German Chocolate cake mix with a few pecans and some shredded coconut added in for more german chocolate goodness. With only 4 ingredients in the cheesecake layer, this delicious dessert is simple to make but looks super impressive once dressed up with some whipped cream, grated chocolate, and toasted coconut.

I love the combination of chocolate on the bottom and cheesecake on top. As a child I hated coconut, but I have really became a fan of it in the last few years. I’ve always liked the flavor, and I’ve loved coconut milk (the thick, creamy kind) for many years. But I had always struggled with the texture of shredded coconut. Somehow, I made myself get used to it. I was missing out on too many good desserts otherwise!

If you’re a German Chocolate lover, check out these German Chocolate Bars. They are gooey, with lots of caramel flavor and a buttery shortbread crust.

Equipment Needed

• 9×13-inch Baking Dish– metal is best for baking. You can use glass but you may need to increase the baking time slightly.
• Hand-Held or Stand Electric Mixer

German Chocolate Cheesecake Brownies Recipe Tips

• Be sure to let the cream cheese sit out for a good while to soften or it will be lumpy when you beat it.
• To toast the coconut, put the desired amount in a nonstick skillet and cook over medium heat, stirring frequently until browned.
• Leftovers will keep in the refrigerator for 3 to 5 days.

Try These Other Delicious German Chocolate Desserts:

• German Chocolate Cheesecake
• German Chocolate Upside-Down Cake
• German Chocolate Fudge
• German Chocolate-Red Velvet Cake
• White German Chocolate Cake

German Chocolate Cheesecake Brownies

5 from 2 votes

Prep: 15 minutes mins

Cook: 30 minutes mins

Total: 45 minutes mins

Servings: 16

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Part cheesecake, part brownies, this German Chocolate treat will become a favorite with chocolate/coconut lovers.

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Ingredients

• ▢ 1 (15.25-ounce) box German chocolate cake mix
• ▢ 3/4 cup sweetened, flaked coconut
• ▢ 1/2 cup finely chopped pecans
• ▢ 6 tablespoons butter,, melted
• ▢ 3 large eggs,, divided
• ▢ 2 (8-ounce) packages cream cheese,, softened
• ▢ 3/4 cup sugar
• ▢ 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
• ▢ Whipped cream,, toasted coconut, and grated chocolate for garnish

Instructions 

• Preheat oven to 350 degrees.
• In a medium bowl, combine cake mix, coconut, pecans, melted butter, and 1 egg. Use a fork to combine until crumbly. Mixture will be dry. Press into the bottom of a 9X13-inch pan. Set aside.
• In a mixing bowl, combine cream cheese, sugar, remaining 2 eggs, and vanilla.
• Beat at medium speed with a mixer until smooth. Spread over cake mix layer.
• Bake 25 to 30 minutes, until center is set. Let cool completely. Cut into squares and garnish with whipped cream, toasted coconut, and grated chocolate.

Nutrition

Calories: 339kcal

Nutrition information is automatically calculated, so should only be used as an approximation.

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Recipe Source: slightly adapted from Taste of the South March/April 2012

Originally published January 9, 2014.