German Chocolate Cheesecake Brownies

INGREDIENTS

  • 1 (15.25-ounce) box German chocolate cake mix
  • 3/4 cup sweetened flaked coconut
  • 1/2 cup finely chopped pecans
  • 6 tablespoons butter, melted
  • 3 large eggs, divided
  • 2 (8-ounce) packages cream cheese, softened
  • 3/4 cup sugar
  • 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
  • Whipped cream, toasted coconut, and grated chocolate for garnish

INSTRUCTIONS

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees.
  • In a medium bowl, combine cake mix, coconut, pecans, melted butter, and 1 egg. Use a fork to combine until crumbly. Mixture will be dry. Press into the bottom of a 9X13-inch pan. Set aside.
  • In a mixing bowl, combine cream cheese, sugar, remaining 2 eggs, and vanilla.
  • Beat at medium speed with a mixer until smooth. Spread over cake mix layer.
  • Bake 25 to 30 minutes, until center is set. Let cool completely. Cut into squares and garnish with whipped cream, toasted coconut, and grated chocolate.