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Thanksgiving Piecaken

Thanksgiving Piecaken: A Festive Layered Dessert Masterpiece

Discover the Thanksgiving Piecaken, a layered dessert combining cheesecake, spiced cake, and pumpkin pie for an impressive celebration centerpiece.
Prep Time 1 hour
Cook Time 50 minutes
Chilling Time 2 hours
Total Time 3 hours 50 minutes
Servings: 12 slices
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 400

Ingredients
  

For the Cheesecake Layer
  • 8 oz Cream Cheese full-fat for best texture
  • 1 cup Granulated Sugar well-mixed to avoid graininess
  • 1 cup All-Purpose Flour can substitute with gluten-free flour
  • 1 tsp Vanilla Extract opt for pure vanilla
  • 1 tsp Ground Cinnamon adjust based on flavor preferences
  • 1 cup Heavy Whipping Cream for richness
  • 3 large Eggs room temperature for better mixing
For the Spice Cake Layer
  • 2 cups Flour fresh for improved texture
  • 1 tbsp Baking Powder ensure freshness
  • 2 tsp Spices (Cinnamon, Nutmeg) fresh ground for best taste
  • 1/2 cup Butter unsalted
  • 1 cup Brown Sugar for depth of flavor
  • 1 large Egg for moisture and structure
  • 1 cup Milk can replace with non-dairy milk
For Assembly
  • 1 deep-dish Store-Bought Pumpkin Pie for ease of preparation
For the Frosting
  • 1 cup Unsalted Butter softened
  • 4 cups Powdered Sugar add gradually
  • 1 tsp Optional Cinnamon for extra flavor

Equipment

  • Springform pan
  • Mixing bowls
  • Whisk
  • baking pans
  • cake stand

Method
 

Cheesecake Layer
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F and lightly grease a springform pan. In a large mixing bowl, beat cream cheese until smooth, then add granulated sugar and flour, mixing until well combined. Gradually incorporate vanilla extract, ground cinnamon, and heavy whipping cream until fluffy. Add eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition. Bake for 10 minutes at 350°F, then lower the temperature to 200°F and continue baking for 30-35 minutes until set. Cool and refrigerate overnight.
Spice Cake Layer
  1. While the cheesecake is chilling, preheat the oven to 350°F for the spice cake. In a separate bowl, whisk together the dry ingredients: flour, baking powder, and spices. In another large bowl, cream together butter and brown sugar until light and fluffy. Add the egg and vanilla, mixing thoroughly. Gradually combine the dry ingredients with the wet ingredients, then mix in the milk until you achieve a smooth batter. Pour into a prepared cake pan and bake for 15-17 minutes. Allow to cool completely and refrigerate overnight.
Frosting
  1. In a mixing bowl, beat the softened unsalted butter until smooth. Gradually add the powdered sugar, continuing to mix until no lumps remain. Incorporate vanilla extract and heavy cream, mixing until the frosting becomes light and fluffy. Set aside.
Assembly
  1. Remove the layers from the refrigerator and carefully trim the cheesecake and spice cake layers to ensure uniform sizes. Place the cheesecake on a cake stand, spread a layer of frosting on top, stack the spice cake over the cheesecake, and add more frosting in between. Finally, place the store-bought pumpkin pie on top and frost the entire dessert generously.
Chill and Serve
  1. Chill the assembled Thanksgiving Piecaken in the refrigerator until the frosting firms up, about 1-2 hours. Once set, slice into generous portions and serve with a sprinkle of ground cinnamon on top.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 400kcalCarbohydrates: 50gProtein: 5gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 300mgPotassium: 200mgFiber: 1gSugar: 35gVitamin A: 600IUVitamin C: 1mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Ensure all ingredients are at room temperature. Prevent cracking by baking the cheesecake layer at a lower temperature. Slice with a sharp knife dipped in warm water for clean cuts. Prepare layers in advance for optimal flavor and freshness.

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