Ingredients
Equipment
Method
Prepare the Crust
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Combine crushed Oreo cookies with melted butter until well blended. Press mixture into the bottom of a 9-inch springform pan and freeze to set.
Make the Cheesecake Filling
- Beat softened cream cheese and granulated sugar with an electric mixer on medium speed until smooth. Add eggs one at a time, mixing well after each. Incorporate cocoa powder and heavy cream until blended.
Bake the Cheesecake
- Pour cheesecake mixture over the chilled crust and bake at 325°F (163°C) for 1 hour and 15 minutes. Allow cheesecake to cool gradually with the oven door cracked.
Prepare the Topping
- Toast coconut flakes and chopped pecans in a skillet over medium heat for 5-7 minutes. In another bowl, mix evaporated milk, butter, and vanilla; combine with toasted coconut and pecans.
Chill the Cheesecake
- Spread the topping over the cheesecake and refrigerate for at least 1 hour before serving.
Make the Ganache
- Melt chocolate with coconut oil in a microwave-safe bowl at 30-second intervals. Whisk in cold heavy cream until thick and pourable, then pipe over topping once slightly cooled.
Nutrition
Notes
For best results, use room temperature ingredients and allow chilling time for flavors to meld. Ganache should be prepared carefully to avoid seizing.
