White German Chocolate Cake with a Cheesecake Center

You’re talking about a White German Chocolate Cake with a Cheesecake Center — an indulgent, layered dessert that combines rich white chocolate cake, a creamy cheesecake center, and the coconut-pecan frosting that makes German chocolate so iconic. This is a true showstopper dessert — perfect for holidays, birthdays, or whenever you want to impress.

Here’s how to make it:

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🍰 White German Chocolate Cake with Cheesecake Center

🕐 Prep Time: 40 minutes

🍳 Bake Time: 60–70 minutes total

❄️ Chill Time: At least 4 hours

🍽️ Serves: 12–16

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🔸 Three Key Components:

1. White Cake Layers

2. Cheesecake Center

3. Coconut-Pecan Frosting

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✅ PART 1: Cheesecake Layer

🧀 Ingredients:

• 2 (8 oz) blocks cream cheese, softened

• 1/2 cup granulated sugar

• 2 large eggs

• 1/2 cup sour cream

• 1 tsp vanilla extract

📝 Instructions:

1. Preheat oven to 325°F (163°C). Grease and line an 8-inch springform pan with parchment.

2. Beat cream cheese and sugar until smooth.

3. Add eggs one at a time, then mix in sour cream and vanilla.

4. Pour into pan and bake for 40–45 minutes, or until center is just set.

5. Cool completely, then refrigerate for at least 4 hours (or overnight).

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✅ PART 2: White Cake

🍰 Ingredients:

• 1 box white cake mix

• 1/2 cup vegetable oil

• 1 cup water

• 4 egg whites

• 1 tsp vanilla or almond extract (optional)

📝 Instructions:

1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).

2. Prepare cake mix according to box instructions, using the ingredients above.

3. Divide batter between two 8-inch round pans and bake 25–30 minutes, or until a toothpick comes out clean.

4. Cool completely on wire racks.

💡 Want to go from scratch? I can give you a white cake recipe, too.

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✅ PART 3: Coconut-Pecan Frosting

🥥 Ingredients:

• 1/2 cup unsalted butter

• 1 cup evaporated milk

• 1 cup brown sugar

• 3 egg yolks, beaten

• 1 tsp vanilla extract

• 1 1/2 cups sweetened shredded coconut

• 1 cup chopped pecans

📝 Instructions:

1. In a saucepan, combine butter, evaporated milk, brown sugar, and egg yolks.

2. Cook over medium heat, stirring constantly, until thickened (about 10–12 minutes).

3. Remove from heat and stir in vanilla, coconut, and pecans.

4. Cool to room temperature. It will thicken more as it cools.

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✅ Assembly Instructions:

1. Place one white cake layer on a serving plate.

2. Carefully place the chilled cheesecake layer on top of the cake.

3. Add the second white cake layer on top of the cheesecake.

4. Spread coconut-pecan frosting over the top of the cake and sides if desired (this frosting is typically only on top and between layers).

5. Chill the cake for 1 hour before slicing to help it set cleanly.

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💡 Tips:

• Use parchment circles in pans for easy removal.

• Add white chocolate chips or chunks to the white cake batter for extra richness.

• For an extra-decadent twist, drizzle with white chocolate ganache before serving.