Pumpkin Roll
A delightful autumn dessert featuring a cake rolled with a creamy, sweet filling, perfect for gatherings and cozy nights in.
Ingredients
For the Cake
- 3/4 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
- 1/2 teaspoon ground ginger
- 3 large eggs
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 2/3 cup canned pumpkin puree
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
For the Filling
- 1 cup powdered sugar For dusting and filling
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter, softened
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract For filling
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Line a 10x15-inch jelly roll pan with parchment paper and lightly grease it.
- In a bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, cinnamon, nutmeg, and ginger.
- In a large bowl, beat eggs and granulated sugar until thick and pale. Stir in pumpkin puree and vanilla.
- Gradually fold in the dry ingredients until just combined. Spread the batter evenly in the prepared pan.
- Bake for 13–15 minutes or until the cake springs back when touched lightly in the center.
Cooling and Rolling
- While the cake is baking, lay a clean kitchen towel on a flat surface and dust it generously with powdered sugar.
- Immediately after baking, invert the hot cake onto the prepared towel. Carefully peel off the parchment paper. Starting at the short end, roll the cake and towel together into a log. Cool completely on a wire rack.
Making the Filling
- For the filling: beat cream cheese, butter, 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract, and 1 cup powdered sugar until smooth and fluffy.
Assembly
- Unroll the cooled cake and spread the cream cheese mixture evenly over it. Gently re-roll the cake without the towel.
- Wrap in plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 1 hour before slicing. Dust with powdered sugar before serving, if desired.
Notes
Make sure to roll the cake while it’s still warm to avoid cracking. Dust the towel generously with powdered sugar to prevent sticking. If the filling is too thick, you can add a splash of milk to make it easier to spread. Can customize with nuts or chocolate chips.