Best Samoa Cheesecake

Best Samoa Cheesecake is a festive but easy dessert dip perfect for any family gathering in any season especially summer parties.
This silky cheesecake blends rich heavy cream with swirls of graham crackers and creamy cheesecake filling, creating an irresistible dessert perfect for any occasion.

Okay so full honesty here—and I didn’t exactly plan to fall in love with this cheesecake but one bite in and yep there it was which was love in the form of chocolate-drizzled coconut-sprinkled caramel-swirl kind of love.

It all started because my cousin forgot to bring dessert to our family BBQ so classic and since I panicked a little I raided my pantry and that’s when I remembered the half-bag of shredded coconut sitting there as if saying “Pick me” and as I kept digging I found a box of Girl Scout cookies I’d been pretending to save for guests which was funny—and just like that the Samoa Cheesecake was born.

Now was the first one perfect !! Not even close because the crust cracked while I accidentally dripped caramel on my sock and please don’t ask since my little baby may have licked the bowl when because he was with me in the kitchen .I turned my back but the flavor was truly out of this world as it felt like a tropical vacation.

Have you ever had that mix of gooey caramel blended with toasted coconut and rich chocolate all in one bite. If not then buckle up because you’re in for something absolutely dreamy.

Ingredients :

For the Crust:

• 2 cups crushed graham crackers or shortbread cookies
• 1/4 cup granulated sugar
• 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted

For the Cheesecake Filling:

• 3 packages of cream cheese, softened
• 1 cup granulated sugar
• 3 large eggs
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1/2 cup sour cream

For the Topping:

• 1 1/2 cups sweetened shredded coconut
• 1 cup caramel sauce
• 1/2 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
• 2 tablespoons heavy cream

How to Make Samoa Cheesecake

Step 1

The first thing you have to do , of course is Make the Crust Start Preheat your oven to 325°F (163°C). Mix the crushed cookies, sugar, and melted butter in a bowl. Press the mixture firmly into the bottom of the springform pan. Bake for 10 minutes. Let it cool while you prepare the filling.

Step 2

Secondly, you must prepare Prepare the Cheesecake Filling take a large bowl, beat the cream cheese and sugar until smooth. Add eggs one at a time, mixing well after each. Mix in the vanilla and sour cream. Pour the mixture over the cooled crust and smooth out the top.

Step 3

This step is important is Bake the Cheesecake Place the springform pan into a larger baking pan and fill the outer pan with hot water this is called a water bath. Bake for 55–60 minutes, or until the center is almost set. Turn off the oven, crack the oven door, and let the cheesecake sit for 1 hour. Then move it to the fridge and chill for at least 4 hours overnight is best.

Step 4

Finally, the fun step is adding the Topping : Toast the shredded coconut on a baking sheet in the oven at 350°F (177°C) for about 5–8 minutes, stirring halfway through until golden brown. Warm the caramel sauce slightly, then mix it with half the toasted coconut. Spread this over the cooled cheesecake. Melt the chocolate chips with heavy cream and drizzle over the top. Sprinkle the rest of the coconut for extra texture and decoration.

Kitchen Equipment Needed :

To make these yummy Samoa Cheesecake, you’ll only need a few basic kitchen tools

• 9-inch springform pan
• Mixing bowls
• Electric mixer or hand whisk
• Rubber spatula
• Measuring cups and spoons
• Baking sheet
• Saucepan or microwave-safe bowl for melting chocolate
• Oven and refrigerator

Tips for the Best Samoa Cheesecake

Don’t skip the water bath. It helps the cheesecake cook evenly and prevents cracks.

Use a springform pan for easy removal.

Chill completely before adding toppings, or your toppings might slide off.

What to Eat with Samoa Cheesecake ??

I love having this cheesecake with a cup of hot cocoa or coffee, but my niece prefers a scoop of vanilla ice cream. It’s all a matter of personal taste, isn’t it? Sometimes I like to top it with fresh fruit slices like banana or strawberry slices, which makes it great too. Sometimes I crave having it with a glass of fruit juice after dinner, which is also a great combination.

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