The Cherpumple Cake is a three-layer cake made around a stack of cherry, pumpkin and apple pies. Yes, that right.
A pumpkin pie, an apple pie and a cherry pie, all baked into a cake.
Quite possibly one of the unholiest culinary creations ever to ride into town on the dessert cart. The Cherpumple is a treat of sickening proportions.
This frosted monster is an especially unique dessert for the friend or family member that always wants to “sample” a bit of everything.
You can also make each pie from scratch, but this cake turns out best using prebaked frozen pies because it is less fragile to work with. Besides, who wants to make three scratch pies for one dessert?
I have a reader that made this with brownie layers instead of cake. I would think a chocolate cream pie, coconut cream pie and a chocolate chip cookie pizza would work well.
The possibles are endless!!
Let me know how YOU style this tower of deliciousness!
Cherpumple Cake
Ingredients
- 1 8 ” frozen pumpkin pie
- 1 box spice cake mix
- 1 8 ” frozen apple pie
- 1 box yellow cake mix
- 1 8 ” frozen cherry pie
- 1 box white cake mix
- eggs and oil according to the cake mix
- 3 tall tubs of cream cheese frosting
- 3 8.5 ” round cake pans
Instructions
- Bake pies according to instructions and cool to room temperature overnight. Mix cake batter according to instructions.
- For each layer pour about 1 1/3 cup of batter in the cake pan. Carefully de-tin the baked pie and place it face up on top of the batter in the cake pan. Push down lightly to release any trapped air.
- Pour enough batter on top to cover the pie. Bake according to box instructions. Cool and remove from pans the frost it like you mean it.
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I’ve been looking at all the Piecaken and Cherpumple dessert recipes from all over. I may attempt one myself. The thing is, I was going to pin your recipe post but you have so many negative things to say up front about this creation it makes me take pause- Words you use like “Quite possibly one of the unholiest culinary creations ever to ride into town on the dessert cart. The Cherpumple is a treat of sickening proportions.” and
“This frosted monster ” to describe this unique dessert makes one think you really HATE it but made it anyway. Not what I was looking for.
I am sorry you feel that way Barbara. I am pointing out just how this dessert is so over the top and exceeds the average persons vision of the perfect dessert. It is way more than a single serving. As far as calories and volume of one piece of the cherpumple would put a regular person in a coma. If I didn;t mention that I would be remiss. This has nothing to do with the taste or full flavor. If I hated the dessert I wouldn’t have posted it. You just need to eat it with a few friends. 3 slices of pie and a triple layer cake is indeed a whole lot of dessert at one sitting. Thanks for your thoughts. I hope I have cleared up your impression. Enjoy your day!
Holy Moly – this sounds absolutely crazy but delicious at the same time. Thanks so much for sharing.
It really is. For those times when you are having a feast and the dessert lover gets ONE shot at the table. LOL. Happy holiday.
This cake is not for the faint of heart. It looks so yummy. Thank you for sharing with #omhgww. Socialized
Thank you Clearissa. This is one where you pass a slice around the table and everyone takes a bite of their favorite. Thanks for hosting!
Holy cow talk about a crack cake, wow that is a crazy cake! would have a go at it, small piece, please!
A small piece is all that will do Karren. It was a fun twist when I served it. Thank you for the comment. Happy Holiday!
Wow, that is really something! What an amazing combination of flavours and textures! Thank you for being a part of the Hearth and Soul Link Party, Marilyn. I hope you are enjoying the holiday season.
It is totally insane. It made a great addition to a birthday party in my home. Thank you for hosting. Happy Holiday!
WOW, this is such an interesting cake. I’m so surprised at how it is made. Thank you so much for sharing your recipe with us at the Creative Muster Link Party. Looking forward to seeing what you share next week! Pinned
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Isnt it wild robin? My father used to love it. But one cake goes a LONG way. Thank you for the pin. Happy Holiday!
Wow! Another beautiful creation. All of your baked goods always look soo good.
Thank you Stacy. That is so sweet coming from someone that makes the recipes you do. I love them. Enjoy your week!
This looks totally decadent! Thanks for sharing at the What’s for Dinner party. Have a wonderful week!
This recipe is like having 4 desserts! Enjoy your week.
This is so interesting and delicious looking 🙂
Thank you Christine. I call it all desserts in one! Enjoy!
Wow!! This is so decadent!! It looks amazing. TFS
Thank you Clearissa. My dad was one of those, “I will have a bit of everything.” And then he would “even” up the cake or pie all day. This was just for him. Enjoy your weekend!
I want to make this to impress my 11 year old granddaughter. She thinks I can bake anything! I have to be gluten free so it will all be made from scratch. I didn’t tell her what I was making but did have her mom ask what her favorite pies were. I was knocked for a loop when she said key lime and apple. The Apple, not a prob but key lime!? I don’t want to disappoint her! It’s for Thanksgiving. My plan is to make crust made from gluten free cookies but for the cherry I’m making a brownie crust. I also have a high altitude to overcome!! Lol. Wish me luck!
I would put the key lime on top. I hope your pie crusts arent too thin. But the cookies may just make the difference. When I do gluten free they always fall. LOL. Good luck and let me know how it turns out!! Happy Holiday!
Does the pie have to be frozen? I’m making homemade pie
No. You can make the pies, cake and frosting from scratch if you like!! Thanks for asking.
I made this years ago, but used cherry, apple and blueberry pies. Fits with the 4th around the corner. It turned out beautifully and got 8 thumbs up(from 4 of us)!?
My crew would love the blueberry addition. I am so glad you served this and that it was well received!! Enjoy your week.
Are the pies frozen when you put them in the batter?
Yes, they are added frozen and cooked with the cake! Thanks for asking. I am glad this recipe interested you! We used it for a 25th wedding anniversary celebration. Enjoy!
OMG, three of my favorites all in one place. I think I’ve died and gone to where dessert doesn’t end up on my (rear)end. Thanks Marilyn for this wonderful recipe.
You are welcome Olivia. This cake is an entire meal in itself! Thx for sharing your thoughts. Have a great day!
Wow is all I can say, talk about a treat. I would love to try it so best I have a crack at it. We do not have pumpkin pie here so I would have to bake my own. Thanks for sharing on the very last #wednesdayswisdom but stay tuned for the all new Over The Moon link up
Oh Marilyn Yum!!! I will be over for afternoon tea. Thanks for sharing this with us at #WednesdaysWisdom, I’m sure this will be a popular recipe.
Bring a fork! Thx Sue.