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Samoa Cheesecake

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A rich and creamy cheesecake inspired by the beloved Samoa cookie, featuring toasted coconut, a crisp graham crust, and drizzled with caramel and chocolate.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour
Total Time 4 hours
Servings: 12 slices
Course: Dessert, Sweet
Cuisine: American, Baking
Calories: 350
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Crust
  • 1.5 cups graham cracker crumbs About 10–12 full crackers
  • 0.5 cups unsalted butter, melted
  • 0.25 cups sugar For crust
For the Filling
  • 24 oz cream cheese, softened Three 8-oz blocks
  • 1 cups sugar For filling
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 4 large eggs
  • 1 cups toasted coconut flakes Sweetened or unsweetened
For the Topping
  • 1 cup caramel sauce Store-bought or homemade
  • 0.5 cups chocolate chips
  • 1 tbsp coconut oil

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat your oven to 325°F (163°C). Grease a 9-inch springform pan or line the bottom with parchment.
  2. Make the crust: Mix graham cracker crumbs, melted butter, and 1/4 cup sugar until evenly moistened.
  3. Press the crumb mixture firmly into the bottom of the springform pan. Use the bottom of a measuring cup for an even, compact layer.
  4. In a large bowl, beat the softened cream cheese until smooth and free of lumps.
  5. Add 1 cup sugar and 1 teaspoon vanilla. Beat until combined and silky.
  6. Add eggs one at a time, mixing just until each is incorporated. Avoid overbeating to minimize cracks.
  7. Fold in the toasted coconut flakes with a spatula.
  8. Pour the batter over the crust and smooth the top.
Baking
  1. Bake for about 60 minutes. The center should be mostly set with a slight jiggle; edges will be firmer.
  2. Turn the oven off and crack the door; let the cheesecake cool inside for 30–60 minutes to reduce cracking risk.
  3. Remove from oven, cool to room temperature, then chill in the refrigerator for at least 4 hours or overnight.
Serving
  1. Before serving, warm the caramel if needed and drizzle over the chilled cheesecake.
  2. Melt chocolate chips with 1 tbsp coconut oil (microwave in 20-second bursts, stirring) and drizzle on top for a glossy finish.

Nutrition

Serving: 1gCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 40gProtein: 6gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 12gSodium: 200mgFiber: 1gSugar: 20g

Notes

For a gluten-free crust, use gluten-free graham crumbs or crushed gluten-free cookies. Use full-fat cream cheese for the best texture; lower-fat versions can be softer and less stable. If you prefer a less-sweet finish, choose unsweetened coconut flakes and a darker chocolate.
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