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The Thanksgiving Piecaken is a show-stopping dessert that combines the flavors of pumpkin pie, creamy cheesecake, and moist cake into one decadent treat. Perfect for your holiday table, this unique dessert will wow your guests and satisfy every sweet craving. Whether you’re a dessert enthusiast or trying something new for Thanksgiving, this Piecaken brings festive joy and elegance to your celebrations.

This layered dessert is rich, creamy, and visually stunning, making it both a delicious treat and a conversation starter.

Ingredients

Cheesecake Layer

• 3 (8 oz) packages cream cheese, softened
• ½ cup granulated sugar
• 3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
• ½ cup heavy whipping cream
• 2 large eggs

Cake Layer

• 2/3 cup all-purpose flour
• ½ teaspoon baking powder
• ¾ teaspoon ground cinnamon
• ½ teaspoon ground ginger
• ½ teaspoon nutmeg
• ¼ teaspoon ground cloves
• ¼ teaspoon allspice
• ¼ cup butter, softened
• 1/3 cup packed brown sugar
• 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
• ½ teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1 large egg
• 1/3 cup + 1 tablespoon milk

Pumpkin Pie Layer

• 1 (9-inch) store-bought or homemade pumpkin pie

Frosting

• 12 oz unsalted butter, softened (3 sticks)
• 5 cups powdered sugar
• 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
• ½ teaspoon ground cinnamon (optional)
• 3–4 tablespoons cold heavy whipping cream

Instructions

1. Cheesecake Layer

1. Preheat oven to 325°F (160°C). Grease a springform pan.
2. In a large bowl, beat cream cheese, granulated sugar, flour, vanilla, cinnamon, and heavy cream until smooth.
3. Add eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition.
4. Pour batter into the prepared pan and bake 50 minutes, or until edges are set. Cool completely.

2. Cake Layer

1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9-inch round cake pan.
2. In a bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, cinnamon, ginger, nutmeg, cloves, and allspice.
3. In a large bowl, cream butter and brown sugar until fluffy. Add oil, vanilla, egg, and milk; mix well.
4. Gradually fold in the dry ingredients until combined.
5. Pour batter into the pan and bake 30 minutes, or until a toothpick comes out clean. Cool completely.

3. Frosting

1. Beat softened butter until creamy. Gradually add powdered sugar, mixing thoroughly.
2. Add vanilla and cinnamon (optional). Mix in cold heavy cream until smooth and spreadable.

4. Assemble the Piecaken

1. Trim cheesecake and cake layers to match the pumpkin pie size, if needed.
2. On a serving plate, layer the dessert: cake → pumpkin pie → cheesecake → second cake layer.
3. Frost the top and sides with prepared frosting for a smooth, festive finish.

Serving Ideas

• Slice like a cake and serve on dessert plates.
• Garnish with whipped cream, cinnamon, or pumpkin spice for extra flair.
• Pair with hot cider, coffee, or spiced tea for a cozy holiday treat.

Storage & Make-Ahead

• Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
• Bake layers ahead of time and assemble when ready.
• Can be made 1 day in advance for easier serving.

Tips & Tricks

• Ensure cream cheese is softened for smooth cheesecake batter.
• Take your time frosting for a professional finish.
• Trim layers evenly for a balanced Piecaken.
• Add chocolate chips or nuts to the cake layer for texture.
• Substitute other pie flavors if pumpkin isn’t preferred.

Nutritional Information (Per Serving Estimate)

• Calories: 610 kcal
• Total Fat: 36 g
  • Saturated Fat: 22 g
  • Polyunsaturated Fat: 3 g
  • Monounsaturated Fat: 9 g
  • Trans Fat: 1 g
• Cholesterol: 150 mg
• Sodium: 320 mg
• Total Carbohydrates: 62 g
  • Dietary Fiber: 2 g
  • Sugars: 40 g
• Protein: 7 g

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I use homemade pumpkin pie?

Yes! Any favorite homemade pumpkin pie works perfectly.

Is it possible to make gluten-free Piecaken?

Yes, use gluten-free flour in the cake and frosting, and ensure the pumpkin pie is gluten-free.

Can I make the frosting dairy-free?

Yes, swap butter for dairy-free butter and use a plant-based cream alternative.

Can this dessert be made ahead?

Yes, bake layers a day before and assemble when ready to serve.

Why You’ll Love This Recipe

• Combines pumpkin pie, cheesecake, and cake into one show-stopping dessert
• Rich, creamy, and perfectly spiced
• Ideal for Thanksgiving or any festive occasion
• Can be customized with nuts, chocolate, or alternative pie flavors
• Easy to slice and serve for large gatherings

Thanksgiving Piecaken: Pumpkin Pie

Layered Thanksgiving Piecaken with pumpkin pie, cheesecake, and cake topped with creamy frosting—perfect holiday dessert for gatherings and celebrations.

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Prep Time 30 minutes mins

Cook Time 1 hour hr 20 minutes mins

Total Time 1 hour hr 50 minutes mins

Course Dessert

Cuisine American

Servings 16

Ingredients

  

Cheesecake Layer

• 3 (8 oz) packages cream cheese, softened
• ½ cup granulated sugar
• 3 tbsp all-purpose flour
• 1 tsp vanilla extract
• 2 tsp ground cinnamon
• ½ cup heavy whipping cream
• 2 large eggs

Cake Layer

• 2/3 cup all-purpose flour
• ½ tsp baking powder
• ¾ tsp ground cinnamon
• ½ tsp ground ginger
• ½ tsp nutmeg
• ¼ tsp ground cloves
• ¼ tsp allspice
• ¼ tsp butter, softened
• 1/3 cup packed brown sugar
• 1 tbsp vegetable oil
• ½ tsp vanilla extract
• 1 large egg
• 1/3 + 1 tablespoon milk

Pumpkin Pie Layer

• 1 (9-inch) store-bought or homemade pumpkin pie

Frosting

• 12 oz unsalted butter, softened (3 sticks)
• 5 cups powdered sugar
• 2 tsp vanilla extract
• ½ tsp ground cinnamon (optional)
• 3-4 tbsp cold heavy whipping cream

Instructions

 

1. Cheesecake Layer

• Preheat oven to 325°F (160°C). Grease a springform pan.
• In a large bowl, beat cream cheese, granulated sugar, flour, vanilla, cinnamon, and heavy cream until smooth.
• Add eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition.
• Pour batter into the prepared pan and bake 50 minutes, or until edges are set. Cool completely.

2. Cake Layer

• Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9-inch round cake pan.
• In a bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, cinnamon, ginger, nutmeg, cloves, and allspice.
• In a large bowl, cream butter and brown sugar until fluffy. Add oil, vanilla, egg, and milk; mix well.
• Gradually fold in the dry ingredients until combined.
• Pour batter into the pan and bake 30 minutes, or until a toothpick comes out clean. Cool completely.

3. Frosting

• Beat softened butter until creamy. Gradually add powdered sugar, mixing thoroughly.
• Add vanilla and cinnamon (optional). Mix in cold heavy cream until smooth and spreadable.

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