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
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.
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Recipe Source: slightly adapted from Taste of the South March/April 2012
Originally published January 9, 2014.
AMAZING brownies… seriously amazing!
Thanks Ruby! Have a great weekend!
Mmmmm ohmygosh. All my favorite things in one bite!!!
This is one awesome combination! : )
WOW – I so wanna take a bite out of one of these! And what a brilliant combination of flavors in brownie form!
I love german chocolate — it’s a favorite! I’ve never had it with cheesecake, and it sounds phenomenal! Delicious, Christin. 🙂
Brownies and cheesecake sounds like one heck of a combination! That I’ve never tried which clearly needs to change : ) And the german chocolate spin on it – man, that sounds good! Happy Friday!!
Christin, I love all the components of this recipe: German chocolate flavors, coconut, pecans, whipped cream! So much yumminess in this single dessert!
Woah! You know that these would go over really well in my household. In fact, I’m pretty sure I could probably eat the whole batch myself.
These look incredible Christin! I love German Chocolate Cake and love the sound of these bars. The cheesecake layer takes these to another level and makes these such a decadent and amazing dessert 🙂
Drool!
These look terrific! I recently had German chocolate cake for the first time in years and was reminded of how yummy it is — but this is a whole new level of yummy!
Wow, a combination of brownies and cheesecake. I’ve never seen this before, but it looks absolutely amazing and delicious !
I LOVE German chocolate cake! German chocolate brownies sound even better!!! I have to try it 🙂
Hope you like them Kat and thanks for stopping by!
These cheesecake brownies look fabulous, I would definitely eat more than one. 🙂
Thanks Pamela!
Pinning to my brownie board. Beautiful indeed!
These brownies look amazing! i am a big fan of German Chocolate, but the thought of going through the process of making a whole cake can be quite the hassle!! I love this version!! and adding the cheesecake layer was very clever!!
Thanks Renee! They are definitely much easier than making a whole cake!
Lovely recipe! I am a big fan of brownie bars! Only four ingredients in the cheese cake layer is worth a splurge. :).
The flavors sound amazing. It has all my favorite things – chocolate, coconut, cream cheese, whipped cream…YUMMM…!
OMG THESE LOOK INCREDIBLE.
These look delicious! I (thank goodness) have always loved coconut and the texture of it has never bothered me – but I’m with you – I love coconut milk too! I use coconut milk when I make white rice and it makes the kitchen smell amazing and the rice has fabulous flavor. What I love about this recipe is – I’m a huge fan of German chocolate and cheesecake is one of my favorite things, so topping them with coconut is definitely a recipe I’m trying! Pinned!