Maple Pecan & Pumpkin Cheesecake Trifle
Indulge in the flavors of fall with our Maple Pecan & Pumpkin Cheesecake Trifle. This exquisite dessert features luscious layers of pumpkin cheesecake, fluffy whipped cream, and crunchy pecans, all elegantly presented in a trifle dish. Perfect for holiday gatherings or cozy evenings at home, this trifle is not only easy to assemble but also a feast for the eyes and palate. Each bite reveals a delightful blend of maple sweetness and spiced pumpkin, making it an unforgettable treat for your guests. Prepare ahead of time to save on busy days, ensuring you can enjoy the celebration just as much as everyone else.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour
- Yield: 10 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 1 box of pumpkin spice cake mix
- 1 cup water
- 1/3 cup vegetable oil
- 3 large eggs
- 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)
- 1/2 cup candied pecans
- Extra maple syrup for drizzling
- Whipped cream (for layering)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven according to the instructions on the cake mix box.
- In a mixing bowl, combine the cake mix, water, vegetable oil, and eggs. Mix until smooth and pour into a greased baking pan.
- Bake according to package instructions until a toothpick inserted comes out clean. Allow cooling completely before cutting into cubes.
- In another mixing bowl, beat the softened cream cheese until smooth using an electric mixer.
- Gradually add powdered sugar while mixing until fully incorporated. Stir in maple syrup and vanilla extract until well combined.
- Fold in chopped pecans gently.
- In a large bowl, whip heavy cream until soft peaks form using an electric mixer.
- Carefully fold whipped cream into the cheesecake mixture until blended.
- Begin layering in your trifle dish or glass bowls by adding cubes of pumpkin spice cake at the bottom.
- Follow with a layer of cheesecake filling. Add whipped cream on top of the cheesecake layer.
- Repeat these layers until you reach the top of your dish.
- Finish with whipped cream and sprinkle candied pecans on top along with an extra drizzle of maple syrup.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/10 of trifle (150g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 25g
- Sodium: 220mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 33g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 45mg