Classic Pumpkin Roll
A delightful dessert featuring a light and fluffy pumpkin cake rolled around a creamy filling, perfect for autumn gatherings.
Ingredients
Cake Ingredients
- 3/4 cup all-purpose flour (115g)
- 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cloves
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 3 large eggs, room temperature
- 1 cup granulated sugar (225g)
- 2/3 cup canned pumpkin (175g)
Filling Ingredients
- 8 ounces cream cheese, softened (227g)
- 1 cup powdered sugar (125g)
- 6 tablespoons butter, softened (84g)
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2 tablespoons powdered sugar, for garnish (if desired)
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Grease a 15x10-inch jelly roll pan and line it with parchment paper.
- In a small bowl, combine flour, baking powder, baking soda, cinnamon, cloves, and salt. Whisk together and set aside.
- In a large mixing bowl, beat the eggs and granulated sugar together until thick and light in color (about 5 minutes).
- Mix in the pumpkin until well combined.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the pumpkin mixture, stirring until just combined.
- Pour the batter into the prepared pan and spread it evenly.
Baking
- Bake for 13-15 minutes or until the cake springs back when touched.
- While the cake is baking, prepare a clean kitchen towel by dusting it with powdered sugar.
- When the cake is done, immediately turn it out onto the prepared towel. Carefully peel off the parchment paper.
- Roll the cake up with the towel starting from the short side and let it cool completely.
Filling
- For the filling, beat together the cream cheese, 1 cup of powdered sugar, softened butter, and vanilla extract until smooth.
- Once the cake is completely cooled, unroll it gently and spread the filling evenly over the surface.
- Roll the cake back up without the towel. Wrap it in plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 1 hour.
- Before serving, dust with additional powdered sugar if desired.
Notes
Ensure your eggs are at room temperature for better mixing. Don't skip the powdered sugar on the towel, as it prevents the cake from sticking. Adding a pinch of nutmeg can enhance the flavor.