👩🍳 Step-by-Step Instructions
Step 1 — Prepare the Cheesecake Center
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Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
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In a medium bowl, beat cream cheese and sugar until smooth.
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Add egg and vanilla, and mix until creamy. Set aside.
Step 2 — Make the Cake Batter
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In a bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, and salt.
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In a separate large bowl, cream butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
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Add eggs one at a time, then stir in vanilla.
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Alternate adding flour mixture and buttermilk, beginning and ending with flour. Mix in melted white chocolate.
Step 3 — Assemble the Cake
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Grease and flour two 9-inch cake pans.
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Pour half the cake batter into each pan.
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Spoon the cheesecake mixture into the center of each pan, gently swirling to create a cheesecake layer.
Step 4 — Bake
Bake at 350°F (175°C) for 35–40 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted near the center comes out clean. Cool completely before frosting.
Step 5 — Prepare Coconut-Pecan Frosting
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In a saucepan, combine evaporated milk, sugar, egg yolks, and butter.
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Cook over medium heat, stirring constantly until thickened (about 10–12 minutes).
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Remove from heat and stir in vanilla, coconut, and pecans. Cool slightly before spreading.
Step 6 — Frost the Cake
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Spread frosting generously over the top of one cake layer.
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Place the second layer on top and frost the top with remaining frosting.
Step 7 — Serve
Slice and serve this decadent White German Chocolate Cake with a creamy cheesecake center to wow family and friends.
💡 Tips & Variations
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Chill the cake for 30 minutes before slicing for cleaner layers.
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Use white chocolate chunks instead of chips for extra texture.
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For a quicker version, bake in a single 9×13-inch pan and layer cheesecake in the center.
This White German Chocolate Cake with Cheesecake Center is luxurious, rich, and perfect for special occasions.
