Thanksgiving Piecaken
Thanksgiving Piecaken is a delightful dessert that combines the best of both worlds: moist cake layered with spiced pumpkin and crunchy pecan pie. This impressive creation will wow your guests and elevate your holiday celebrations. Perfect for family gatherings, it’s surprisingly easy to make, allowing you to spend more time with loved ones while enjoying the sweet aroma of baked treats wafting through your kitchen.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour 10 minutes
- Yield: Serves approximately 12 slices 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 1 box vanilla cake mix
- 1 cup pumpkin puree (100% pure)
- 1 cup toasted pecans, chopped
- 3 large eggs
- ½ cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 2 tsp cinnamon
- 1 tsp nutmeg
- Whipped cream, for serving
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease three 9-inch round cake pans.
- Prepare the cake mix according to package instructions.
- In a bowl, mix pumpkin puree, sugar, cinnamon, nutmeg, and eggs until smooth.
- In another bowl, combine chopped pecans with brown sugar and a dash of cinnamon.
- Pour one layer of cake batter into each pan. Spoon half of the pumpkin filling over one layer and sprinkle with half of the pecan mixture before adding another layer on top. Repeat with remaining fillings.
- Bake for 35-40 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean. Allow layers to cool completely before stacking.
- Decorate with whipped cream and extra pecans before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (120g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 25g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 50g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 50mg
Keywords: For variations, try using chocolate cake or swap in different pie flavors like apple or cherry. Ensure each layer is completely cool for easier assembly.