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Thanksgiving Piecaken

Thanksgiving Piecaken
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Looking to impress your friends and family this holiday season? The Thanksgiving Piecaken is a stunning dessert that combines layers of delicious pumpkin pie, creamy cinnamon cheesecake, and moist spice cake. This showstopper not only delights the eyes but also offers a comforting blend of flavors in every bite. Perfect for Thanksgiving dinner or any cozy family gathering, this piecaken is sure to become a cherished tradition. Best of all, it can be made ahead of time, allowing you more quality moments with loved ones during the busy holiday season.

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. Prepare the cheesecake layer by beating cream cheese with sugar until smooth. Add flour, vanilla, cinnamon, heavy cream, and eggs one by one.
  2. Pour into a greased springform pan and bake at 325°F (160°C) for about 60 minutes or until set.
  3. For the spice cake layer, mix dry ingredients in one bowl and beat butter with brown sugar in another. Combine all before adding milk and egg.
  4. Assemble by placing the cooled cheesecake on top of the store-bought pumpkin pie, then spread spice cake batter over it and bake until set.
  5. For frosting, beat softened butter with powdered sugar until fluffy, then add vanilla and cold heavy cream.
  6. Frost the cooled piecaken generously before serving.

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