Why Make This Recipe
Thanksgiving Piecaken is a fun and festive dessert that combines your favorite holiday flavors into one delicious treat. Imagine a warm slice of spice cake, sitting on top of a pumpkin pie, all topped with creamy cinnamon cheesecake. This dessert is a show-stopper and will impress your friends and family at any gathering. It’s perfect for those who love pie and cake and can’t decide between the two!
How to Make Thanksgiving Piecaken
Ingredients
- 1 pumpkin pie (store-bought or homemade)
- 1 cinnamon cheesecake (store-bought or homemade)
- 1 spice cake mix
- Eggs (as required by cake mix instructions)
- Vegetable oil (as required by cake mix instructions)
- Water (as required by cake mix instructions)
- Whipped cream (for topping)
- Cinnamon (for garnish, optional)
Directions
- Preheat your oven according to the spice cake mix instructions.
- Prepare the spice cake batter as directed on the package.
- Pour half of the spice cake batter into a greased cake pan.
- Place the pumpkin pie on top of the batter.
- Pour the remaining spice cake batter over the pumpkin pie.
- Bake according to spice cake mix instructions until a toothpick inserted into the cake comes out clean.
- Allow the piecaken to cool completely.
- Carefully remove from the pan and place on a serving plate.
- Top with cinnamon cheesecake, then slice and serve with whipped cream and a sprinkle of cinnamon, if desired.
How to Serve Thanksgiving Piecaken
Serve Thanksgiving Piecaken as a centerpiece dessert at your holiday table. Pair it with whipped cream for extra sweetness. You can also add a dusting of cinnamon on top for a lovely touch. Each slice gives a bit of pie and cake, satisfying everyone’s sweet tooth.
How to Store Thanksgiving Piecaken
If you have leftovers, store them in an airtight container in the refrigerator. It’s best to eat the piecaken within three to four days for the best taste. You can also wrap individual slices and freeze them for a later treat!
Tips to Make Thanksgiving Piecaken
- Make sure both the pumpkin pie and cinnamon cheesecake are fully cooled before assembling.
- If you’re short on time, you can use store-bought versions of the pies and cheesecake to save effort.
- For an extra flavor twist, add pecans or walnuts to the spice cake batter.
Variation
Feel free to customize the piecaken with different flavors. You could use a chocolate cake mix or a different type of pie, like pecan pie or apple pie, to mix things up.
FAQs
Can I make Thanksgiving Piecaken ahead of time?
Yes, you can bake the piecaken a day ahead. Just be sure to store it in the refrigerator after it cools.
Can I use different cake flavors?
Absolutely! You can substitute the spice cake mix with chocolate or vanilla, depending on your taste.
What do I do if the cake batter overflows?
If you are worried about overflow, consider using a larger cake pan or a baking sheet under the pan to catch any spills.
Thanksgiving Piecaken
Ingredients
Method
- Preheat your oven according to the spice cake mix instructions.
- Prepare the spice cake batter as directed on the package.
- Pour half of the spice cake batter into a greased cake pan.
- Place the pumpkin pie on top of the batter.
- Pour the remaining spice cake batter over the pumpkin pie.
- Bake according to spice cake mix instructions until a toothpick inserted into the cake comes out clean.
- Allow the piecaken to cool completely.
- Carefully remove from the pan and place on a serving plate.
- Top with cinnamon cheesecake, then slice and serve with whipped cream and a sprinkle of cinnamon, if desired.