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Maple Pecan Pumpkin Cheesecake Trifle

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Layers of creamy pumpkin cheesecake, crunchy maple pecans, and spiced cake make this trifle the ultimate fall dessert, perfect for any occasion.

Ingredients

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  • 1 cup canned pumpkin puree (not pumpkin pie mix)
  • 8 oz cream cheese, softened
  • 1/2 cup granulated sugar
  • 1/2 tsp vanilla extract
  • 1 tsp pumpkin pie spice (or a blend of cinnamon, nutmeg, and cloves)
  • 1 cup heavy whipping cream, whipped
  • 1 box spice cake mix
  • Eggs, oil, and water (as required by the cake mix instructions)
  • 1 cup pecans, roughly chopped
  • 2 tbsp unsalted butter
  • 3 tbsp pure maple syrup
  • 1/4 tsp sea salt
  • 2 cups heavy whipping cream
  • 1/4 cup powdered sugar
  • 1/2 tsp vanilla extract
  • Optional: extra pumpkin pie spice or crushed graham crackers for garnish

Instructions

  1. Prepare the spice cake mix according to the package instructions. Pour the batter into a greased 9×13-inch pan and bake until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean. Let it cool completely, then cut into 1-inch cubes.
  2. In a mixing bowl, beat the softened cream cheese with the sugar until smooth. Add the pumpkin puree, vanilla extract, and pumpkin pie spice, mixing until well combined. Gently fold in the whipped cream until the mixture is light and fluffy.
  3. Melt butter in a skillet over medium heat. Add the chopped pecans, maple syrup, and sea salt. Stir frequently and cook for about 5 minutes until the pecans are toasted and fragrant. Let them cool completely.
  4. In a large bowl, whip the heavy cream, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract until soft peaks form. Be careful not to overwhip.
  5. In your trifle dish or serving glasses, layer the ingredients in the following order: a layer of spice cake cubes, a layer of pumpkin cheesecake, a layer of whipped cream, and a sprinkle of maple pecans. Repeat the layers until the trifle dish is full, finishing with a generous topping of whipped cream and a final sprinkle of pecans.
  6. Cover the trifle and refrigerate for at least 2 hours (or overnight) to let the flavors meld together. Serve chilled and enjoy!

Notes

[‘Don’t overmix when folding the whipped cream into the pumpkin cheesecake mixture to keep it fluffy.’, ‘Ensure the cake and pecans are fully cooled before assembling the trifle to prevent sogginess.’, ‘Use a spatula to spread each layer evenly for a visually appealing presentation.’, ‘Keep an eye on the pecans while toasting to avoid burning.’, ‘Freshly whipped cream offers the best texture and flavor compared to store-bought whipped topping.’]

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