Christmas PieCaken Is Here for the Holidays, But There’s Only One Place to Find It
We bet you know about the classic PieCaken: two kinds of cake and a whole pie all packed into one stunning dessert. Perhaps you’ve even attempted to bake a homemade PieCaken. Well, Zac Young, the pastry chef behind this phenomenon, has taken the overstuffed dessert up a notch. Hello, Christmas PieCaken!
What is a Christmas PieCaken?
This holiday version follows the same formula as the original PieCaken—turning three delectable desserts into one outrageous treat—but with a Christmas theme. The first layer of the Christmas PieCaken is a whole pecan pie, with a sticky-sweet filling and two layers of pie crust. The middle layer is, in our opinion, the best one: a super-creamy eggnog cheesecake that’s rich with nutmeg spice! The top layer is a tender red velvet cake to give the slices a festive feel.
Layered between each filling (and coating the entire outside of the cake) is silky amaretto-flavored buttercream frosting. I can confirm, the amaretto tastes wonderful with all three layers. The top of the Christmas PieCaken is a ruby-red pool of cherry pie filling. It’s a sight to behold!
Why is the PieCaken so popular?
Don’t get us wrong: We love homemade Christmas cookies, Yule logs and other holiday treats. But when you want to amaze your family and guests with a one-of-a-kind holiday dessert, a PieCaken is perfect. It does the seemingly impossible trick of packing so many flavors in one gorgeous package. A reviewer on the site Guilty Eats sums it up nicely, calling the PieCaken “a visual masterpiece of holiday colors and flavors.”
Where to Buy a Christmas PieCaken
To order your Christmas PieCaken, head to the Goldbelly website. They’ll ship one straight to your door, frozen in dry ice and in perfect shape. It held up perfectly in transit to my house. Because Christmas PieCaken stores so well (one week in the fridge or three months in the freezer) you can order in advance and have it ready to serve for the holidays.
The Christmas PieCaken costs $99.00—and we know what you’re thinking: Is that too much to spend on a dessert? Our answer: It’s totally worth it. Shipping is free, the cake arrives well-protected with the festive decorations intact, and each six-pound PieCaken serves 12 to 16 people. Best of all, everyone will love to brag that they experienced the famous PieCaken!
More Showstopping Christmas Desserts
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Raspberry Fudge Torte
This special-occasion cake impresses all who see and taste it. People are surprised to hear that this torte starts with a simple cake mix—they're sure I bought it at a bakery. —Julie Hein, York, Pennsylvania
Reindeer Cake
Whether you turn this cake into a reindeer or decorate it with your own creative vision, it’s a three-layer stunner that will command center stage at your next holiday get-together. Embrace your baking prowess! —Lauren Knoelke, Des Moines, IA
Minted Chocolate Torte
Our family has enjoyed this remarkable layered cake for years. It's a favorite for many occasions. —Barbara Humiston, Tampa, Florida
Cranberry Coconut Cake with Marshmallow Cream Frosting
Filled with a homemade cranberry curd and smothered with one of the fluffiest frostings you've ever had, this tall cake will make a memorable impression at any gathering. —Julie Merriman, Seattle, Washington
Raspberry Red Bakewell Tart
I fell for the Bakewell tart, a British dessert, while stationed in Dubai with the Navy. Jam with almond filling is traditional, but red velvet makes this a holiday dazzler. —Crystal Schlueter, Northglenn, Colorado
White Christmas Cake
"Wow!" is the reaction from family and guests when they see and taste this lovely three-layer beauty. White chocolate, coconut and pecans make it so delicious. You can bake the cake layers in advance and freeze them. Then assemble and decorate the cake the day of the party. —Nancy Reichert, Thomasville, Georgia
Chocolate Peppermint Log
What a great make-ahead treat! This cake log is perfect for the holidays because you can make it when you have time, store it in the freezer and scratch dessert off of your to-do list. —Brenda Sinclair, Princeton, Missouri
Mini Neapolitan Baked Alaskas
Surprise—there's ice cream inside these tiny showstoppers! Dinner guests will be thrilled with the pretty presentation. —Taste of Home Test Kitchen
Pumpkin Torte
This beautiful layered cake has a creamy filling with a mild pumpkin flavor and a little spice. It's quick and always turns out so well. The nuts and caramel topping add a nice finishing touch. —Trixie Fisher, Piqua, Ohio
Peppermint Chip Cheesecake
I love to make cheesecakes and frequently give them as gifts or donate them to fundraisers. This one is very popular. —Gretchen Ely, West Lafayette, Indiana
Ganache-Topped Chocolate Cake
To say this cake is elegant would be an understatement. It’s worthy of special occasions, but once you learn how to make chocolate ganache, it's so easy to whip together that you can enjoy it any day of the week. —Taste of Home Test Kitchen
Very Vanilla Slow-Cooker Cheesecake
Cinnamon and vanilla give this cheesecake so much flavor, and making it in the slow cooker creates a silky, smooth texture that's hard to resist. —Krista Lanphier, Milwaukee, Wisconsin
Cranberry Cheese Crumb Pie
My mind works overtime to plan treats that surprise the family. They give this cranberry pie a “wow” and invite friends over to share it. —Lorraine Caland, Shuniah, Ontario
Tiny Tim's Plum Pudding
In A Christmas Carol, everyone claps for plum pudding. Our family has made this pudding our own tradition, and it really is something to clap for. —Ruthanne Karel, Hudsonville, Michigan
Chocolate Swirl Delight
I made a few updates to a great recipe and ended up with an impressive dessert. Everyone loves its light texture and chocolaty flavor. —Lynne Bargar, Saegertown, Pennyslvania
Favorite Coconut Cake
When I need an impressive dessert for a special occasion, this is the recipe I turn to. My guests are glad I do! —Edna Hoffman, Hebron, Indiana
Rum-Glazed Pumpkin Cake
For years, my co-workers were taste testers as I worked on a recipe for pumpkin cake. This version wins, hands down. —Gilda Smith, Santee, California
Black Forest Chocolate Torte
If you're thinking about pulling out all the stops for a dessert that says wow, look no further. This cherry-crowned beauty—stacked layers of chocolate cake and cream filling—will have everyone talking. —Doris Grotz, York, Nebraska
Mint Angel Cake
One sight of this lovely cake will have guests saving room for dessert! For an easy garnish, sprinkle with crushed mint candies.—Agnes Ward, Stratford, Ontario
Red Velvet Marble Cake
I watched my grandma prepare her red velvet showstopper many times for family get-togethers. The fluffy butter frosting perfectly complements the flavor of this gorgeous cake.—Jodi Anderson, Overbrook, Kansas
Walnut Toffee Tart
I usually serve this scrumptious tart on Christmas and New Year’s Day. It really showcases walnuts and is so impressive to serve. —Patricia Green, Yuba City, California
Decadent Fudge Cake
Everyone loves the rich flavor in this decadent cake made with four types of chocolate. —Anna Hogge, Yorktown, Virginia
Toffee Bar Brownie Torte
Heads will turn when you serve this showstopping cake. The mild espresso frosting nicely complements the bittersweet brownie layers.—Megan Byers, Wichita, Kansas
Baklava Tartlets
Want a quick treat that's delicious and easy to make? These tartlets will do the trick. You can serve them right away, but they're even better after chilling for about an hour in the refrigerator. —Ashley Eagon, Kettering, Ohio
Dark Chocolate Flourless Cake
When working with so few ingredients, I like to use the best ones—such as good quality bittersweet chocolate. Pomegranate juice adds a subtle fruit flavor to this rich, decadent cake. —Vivian Taylor, Middleburg, Florida
Coconut Citrus Layer Cake
Make a showstopper holiday treat: tender white cake layered with tangy grapefruit curd and topped with fluffy cream cheese frosting. To make it more spectacular add a little toasted coconut and some citrus garnishes. Your guests will never guess you started with a convenient boxed mix. —Carmell Childs, Ferron, UT
Cranberry Layer Cake
I adapted a Bundt cake recipe to create this layer cake. Cranberries, walnuts and homemade frosting make it taste so delicious that you'd never guess it starts with a convenient cake mix. —Sandy Burkett, Galena, Ohio
Decadent Chocolate Crepe Cake
No other dessert has wowed family and friends the way this stunning crepe cake did the first time I made it. A showstopper in every sense of the word, it features layers of tender chocolate crepes and rich white chocolate buttercream frosting draped in a semisweet chocolate ganache. —Tina Sawchuk, Ardmore, Alberta
Rustic Cranberry Tarts
I like to serve colorful desserts for gatherings with family and friends. These beautiful tarts are filled with cranberry and citrus flavor, and they’re easy to make and serve. —Holly Bauer, West Bend, Wisconsin
Layered Peppermint Icebox Cake
Our home economists take four ingredients and turn them into an impressive, no-bake cake. Do-ahead desserts don't get any better! —Taste Of Home Test Kitchen
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