INGREDIENTS
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For the cheesecake:
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24 ounces cream cheese, at room temperature
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1 & 1/3 cups granulated sugar
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3 tablespoons corn starch
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1 tablespoon vanilla extract
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2 large eggs
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2/3 cup heavy cream For the cake:
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1 & 1/2 cups sifted cake flour
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1 teaspoon baking powder
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1/2 teaspoon baking soda
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1/2 teaspoon salt
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4 ounces German sweet chocolate
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1/3 cup water
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3/4 cup unsalted butter, at room temperature
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1 & 1/2 cups granulated sugar
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3 large eggs, separated
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1 teaspoon vanilla extract
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3/4 cup buttermilk
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1/2 teaspoon cream of tartar For the frosting:
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1 & 1/2 cups coarsely chopped pecans
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1/2 cup sliced almonds
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1/2 cup chopped hazelnuts
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4 cups flaked coconut, plus extra for sprinkling
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2 cups granulated sugar
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2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
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1 cup heavy cream
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1 cup milk
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1 cup unsalted butter, at room temperature
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1 tablespoon vanilla extract