Indulge in the Decadent Maple Pecan & Pumpkin Cheesecake Trifle
Maple Pecan & Pumpkin Cheesecake Trifle is a show-stopping dessert that beautifully blends the warm, cozy flavors of fall. This layered delight features a moist pumpkin spice cake, a creamy maple pecan cheesecake filling, and a luscious whipped cream topping. It’s the perfect indulgence for Thanksgiving, Christmas, or any autumn gathering. Prepare to wow your guests with this irresistible seasonal treat!
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 2 hours 50 minutes
- Yield: 8 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Trifle
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
- 1 box pumpkin spice cake mix
- 1 cup water
- 1/3 cup vegetable oil
- 3 large eggs
- 8 ounce cream cheese, softened
- 1/2 cup powdered sugar
- 1/4 cup pure maple syrup
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 cup chopped pecans
- 1 1/2 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 cup candied pecans
- Extra maple syrup for drizzling
- Whipped cream for layering
Instructions
1. Bake the cake according to the package instructions or your homemade recipe. Once baked, allow the cake to cool completely. Then, cut the cake into bite-sized cubes.
2. In a large bowl, beat the cream cheese, powdered sugar, maple syrup, and vanilla extract until the mixture is smooth and creamy. In a separate bowl, whip the heavy cream to stiff peaks. Gently fold the whipped cream into the cream cheese mixture. Finally, stir in the chopped pecans.
3. In a large trifle dish or individual serving glasses, begin layering the components. Start with a layer of pumpkin spice cake cubes, followed by a layer of the maple pecan cheesecake filling, and then a layer of whipped cream. Repeat these layers until you’ve filled the dish, finishing with a layer of whipped cream.
4. Sprinkle the top of the trifle with the candied pecans and drizzle with additional maple syrup.
5. Refrigerate the Maple Pecan & Pumpkin Cheesecake Trifle for at least 2 hours, or until ready to serve. This allows the flavors to meld and the texture to set perfectly.
Notes
While a boxed pumpkin spice cake mix works great, you can also make a homemade pumpkin spice cake for an extra-special touch.
Allowing the trifle to chill for at least 2 hours ensures the flavors come together beautifully and the layers hold their shape when served.
Get creative with your layering! Try using different-sized glasses or a clear trifle dish to showcase the stunning color and texture contrast.
In addition to the candied pecans, you could also try drizzling with caramel sauce, sprinkling with chocolate shavings, or adding a sprinkle of cinnamon.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 35g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 48g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 80mg
Keywords: pumpkin, cheesecake, trifle, dessert