German Chocolate Chess Squares
Indulge in the decadent fusion of Southern charm and rich chocolatey goodness with these German Chocolate Chess Squares! This irresistible dessert starts with a buttery German chocolate cake mix base, topped with a luscious cream cheese layer bursting with sweetened shredded coconut and crunchy pecans. The perfect balance of gooey and crisp, these bars bake to golden perfection in just 45 minutes. With their easy prep and crowd-pleasing flavors, they’re a must-try for potlucks, family gatherings, or when you’re craving a sweet treat with a twist. Serve these bars as a standout dessert and enjoy the ultimate combination of creamy, nutty, and chocolatey in every bite!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 box (approximately 15.25 oz) German chocolate cake mix
- 1 cup, melted Unsalted butter
- 4 whole Large eggs
- 8 oz, softened Cream cheese
- 4 cups Powdered sugar
- 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
- 1 cup Sweetened shredded coconut
- 1 cup Chopped pecans
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9x13-inch baking dish with non-stick baking spray or butter.
In a large mixing bowl, combine the German chocolate cake mix, melted butter, and 2 of the eggs. Mix until a thick dough forms.
Press the dough evenly into the bottom of the prepared baking dish, making sure to spread it into the corners. Set aside.
In another large mixing bowl, beat the softened cream cheese until smooth and creamy.
Add the remaining 2 eggs, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract to the cream cheese mixture. Mix until fully combined and no lumps remain.
Fold in the sweetened shredded coconut and chopped pecans until evenly distributed in the cream cheese mixture.
Pour the cream cheese mixture over the chocolate base in the baking dish, spreading it out evenly with a spatula.
Bake in the preheated oven for 40-45 minutes or until the top is golden brown and slightly firm but still a bit jiggly in the center.
Remove the dish from the oven and allow it to cool completely on a wire rack.
Once cooled, cut into squares and serve. Store leftovers in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days or in the refrigerator for up to a week.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
7575 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 441.7 g | 566% | |
| Saturated Fat | 212.6 g | 1063% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 3.4 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 1471 mg | 490% | |
| Sodium | 4243 mg | 184% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 911.4 g | 331% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 26.9 g | 96% | |
| Total Sugars | 703.8 g | ||
| Protein | 73.1 g | 146% | |
| Vitamin D | 4.0 mcg | 20% | |
| Calcium | 1281 mg | 99% | |
| Iron | 20.3 mg | 113% | |
| Potassium | 1829 mg | 39% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
