Description
A whimsical dessert combining rich pumpkin pie and luscious cream cheese cake, perfect for Thanksgiving celebrations.
Ingredients
- 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 large egg
- 1/3 cup + 1 tablespoon milk
- 1 (9-inch) store-bought pumpkin pie (premade/store-bought)
- 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
- Cheesecake Layer: Beat softened cream cheese with granulated sugar and three tablespoons of flour until smooth. Incorporate one teaspoon of vanilla extract, then add two eggs, mixing until well combined.
- Cake Layer: In a separate bowl, whisk together two-thirds cup of flour, baking powder, cinnamon, ginger, nutmeg, cloves, and allspice. In another large bowl, cream together the softened butter, packed brown sugar, and vegetable oil until fluffy. Add one egg, followed by the milk, mixing until fully combined. Gradually introduce the flour mixture and incorporate well.
- Baking: Preheat the oven to 325°F (160°C) and grease the cake pans. Divide the cake batter evenly between the pans and layer on top of the pumpkin pie. Pour the cheesecake mixture over this layer. Bake for approximately 50 to 60 minutes, until set but slightly jiggly in the center.
- Cooling: Let the layered creation cool completely, then refrigerate for at least an hour or overnight.
- Frost to Finish: For the frosting, whip softened unsalted butter until creamy. Gradually add in powdered sugar and mix thoroughly. Add in vanilla extract and optional cinnamon. Thin with heavy whipping cream as necessary to achieve spreading consistency.
- Assemble the layers carefully, ensuring they are evenly sized, and cover with a smooth layer of frosting for a remarkable finish.
Notes
Be sure to cool the cake properly and refrigerate for the best texture. Feel free to customize with different extracts or seasonal toppings.
