Rich German Chocolate Cheesecake Recipe: A Sweet Indulgence - Dave's Grill

Ingredients

• 2 cups (450 g) cream cheese, softened
• 1 ½ cups (350 ml / 11.8 fl oz) heavy whipping cream, chilled
• 1 cup (175 g) semi-sweet chocolate chips, melted and slightly cooled
• ½ cup (100 g) granulated sugar (for cheesecake filling)
• 1 tsp vanilla extract (for cheesecake filling)
• 2 large egg yolks, lightly beaten
• 1 ½ cups (150 g) chocolate cookie crumbs (such as Oreos, crushed)
• 6 tbsps (85 g) unsalted butter, melted
• ¾ cup (180 ml / 6 fl oz) evaporated milk
• ½ cup (100 g) granulated sugar (for topping)
• ¼ cup (55 g) unsalted butter (for topping)
• 1 tsp vanilla extract (for topping)
• ¾ cup (75 g) sweetened shredded coconut
• ¾ cup (90 g) chopped pecans, toasted
• Chocolate shavings or drizzle (optional)
• Extra pecans and coconut (optional)