Ingredients:
Brownie Base
½ cup unsalted butter, melted
1 cup granulated sugar
2 large eggs
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
⅓ cup unsweetened cocoa powder
½ cup all-purpose flour
¼ teaspoon salt
Cheesecake Layer
16 oz cream cheese, softened
½ cup granulated sugar
2 large eggs
½ cup sour cream
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
German Chocolate Topping
½ cup evaporated milk
½ cup brown sugar
2 egg yolks
¼ cup unsalted butter
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
¾ cup sweetened shredded coconut
½ cup chopped pecans
Instructions:
Step 1: Prepare the Brownie Base
Preheat oven to 325°F (165°C). Grease a 9-inch springform pan and line the bottom with parchment paper.
In a bowl, whisk melted butter and sugar until smooth. Add eggs and vanilla, mixing well. Stir in cocoa powder, flour, and salt until just combined. Pour batter into the prepared pan and spread evenly.
Bake for 15 minutes. Remove from oven and set aside while preparing the cheesecake layer.
Step 2: Make the Cheesecake Layer
In a large bowl, beat cream cheese and sugar until smooth and creamy. Add eggs one at a time, mixing on low speed. Blend in sour cream and vanilla until fully incorporated.
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