Description
A delightful dessert combining layers of cake with spiced pumpkin, pecan, and apple pie fillings, perfect for Thanksgiving celebrations.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 2 tsp baking powder
- 1 cup unsalted butter
- 1 1/2 cups granulated sugar
- 4 large eggs
- 1 cup milk
- 1 cup pumpkin puree
- 1 cup brown sugar
- 1 tsp cinnamon
- 1/2 tsp nutmeg
- 1/2 tsp ginger
- 1 cup chopped pecans
Instructions
- Prepare the Cake Batter: Cream together the butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Add eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition. Gradually add milk and sifted flour with baking powder until just combined.
- Divide the Batter: Separate the batter into three equal portions, pour one portion into a prepared cake pan. Bake at 350°F (175°C) for 25-30 minutes.
- Make the Pumpkin Layer: Combine pumpkin puree, brown sugar, eggs, and spices. Spread over the first cake layer after cooling.
- Bake Remaining Layers: Repeat for the pecan and apple pie layers in separate pans. Cool completely.
- Layer and Assemble: Stack layers in the order: cake, pumpkin, cake, pecan, and cake topped with apple.
- Chill and Serve: Chill in the refrigerator for a few hours or overnight. Slice and serve.
Notes
For a gluten-free version, use gluten-free flour. You can substitute coconut milk for dairy if desired.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 90 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 30g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 55g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 80mg
Keywords: Thanksgiving, Piecaken, Dessert, Cake, Pie