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Thanksgiving Piecaken

Thanksgiving Piecaken
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Indulge in the delightful Thanksgiving Piecaken, a sensational dessert that combines three beloved treats into one stunning creation. This multi-layered masterpiece features a luscious pumpkin pie base topped with a creamy cheesecake layer and finished off with a spiced cake exterior. Perfect for holiday gatherings, this showstopper dessert not only impresses with its beautiful presentation but also offers comforting flavors that evoke the warmth of the season. Each slice serves as a sweet reminder of family traditions and festive celebrations, making it an essential centerpiece for your holiday table.

Ingredients

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  • 3 (8 ounce) packages cream cheese (softened)
  • 1/2 cup granulated sugar
  • 3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
  • 1/2 cup heavy whipping cream
  • 2 large eggs
  • 2/3 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
  • 3/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground ginger
  • 1/2 teaspoon nutmeg
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground cloves
  • 1/4 teaspoon allspice
  • 1/4 cup butter (softened)
  • 1/3 cup brown sugar (packed)
  • 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
  • 1/2 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
  • 1 large egg
  • 1/3 cup + 1 tablespoon milk
  • 1 (9-inch) store-bought pumpkin pie (premade/storebought)
  • 12 ounces unsalted butter (softened, 3 sticks)
  • 5 cups powdered sugar
  • 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
  • 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon (optional)
  • 3–4 tablespoons heavy whipping cream (cold)

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 325°F (160°C). In a bowl, beat softened cream cheese with sugar until smooth. Gradually add flour, vanilla extract, cinnamon, heavy whipping cream, and eggs until well combined.
  2. Pour cheesecake mixture into a greased springform pan and bake for 45 minutes until slightly jiggly in center. Cool completely.
  3. For the spice cake layer, whisk flour and spices in one bowl. In another bowl, cream butter with brown sugar; mix in oil, vanilla extract, egg, and milk. Combine wet and dry ingredients.
  4. Assemble by placing the baked cheesecake on top of the pumpkin pie on a platter and pouring half of the spice cake batter over it. Bake at 350°F (175°C) for about 60 minutes until golden brown.
  5. Allow to cool completely before frosting with whipped buttercream made from softened butter and powdered sugar mixed with heavy whipping cream.

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