Maple Pecan & Pumpkin Cheesecake Trifle (The Ultimate Fall Dessert)
This festive dessert combines the warm flavors of pumpkin spice and rich maple pecan cheesecake for a delicious, layered trifle perfect for the holidays!
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour
- Yield: 10 servings
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Trifle
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
For the Pumpkin Spice Cake:
- 1 box of pumpkin spice cake mix (or homemade recipe)
- 1 cup water
- 1/3 cup vegetable oil
- 3 large eggs
For the Maple Pecan Cheesecake Filling:
- 8 oz 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 cups heavy cream (for whipping)
For the Toppings:
- 1/2 cup candied pecans
- Extra maple syrup for drizzling
- Whipped cream (for layering)
Instructions
1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Prepare the pumpkin spice cake according to the box instructions or your favorite homemade recipe. Allow the cake to cool completely, then cut it into cubes for layering.
2. In a large bowl, beat the cream cheese until smooth. Add the powdered sugar, maple syrup, and vanilla extract, mixing until creamy. Fold in the chopped pecans.
3. In a separate bowl, whip the heavy cream until soft peaks form. Gently fold the whipped cream into the maple pecan cheesecake mixture to create a light and fluffy filling.
4. In a large trifle dish or individual serving glasses, layer the cubed pumpkin spice cake, followed by a layer of the maple pecan cheesecake filling, and then a layer of whipped cream. Repeat the layers until the dish is full, finishing with a layer of whipped cream on top.
5. Top the trifle with candied pecans and drizzle with extra maple syrup. Serve immediately or refrigerate for up to 4 hours to allow the flavors to meld.
Notes
Allow the trifle to chill for a bit to let the flavors blend.
This dessert can be made a day in advance—just hold off on adding the candied pecans until serving for best crunch.
Serve in individual glasses for a fun and elegant presentation at parties.
Use homemade or store-bought candied pecans depending on preference and time.