Grandma Carol's Pumpkin Roll
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Grandma Carol's Pumpkin Roll

Sub 1tsp pumpkin pie spice for cloves and nutmeg.

Ingredients

  • eggs

    beaten

    3
  • white sugar
    1 c
  • 6668653488 cup pumpkin puree
    ⅝
  • all-purpose flour
    ¾ c
  • baking soda
    1 tsp
  • ground cinnamon
    1 tsp
  • ground cloves
    ½ tsp
  • ground nutmeg
    ½ tsp
  • package cream cheese

    softened

    1
  • butter
    2 tbsp
  • package confectioners' sugar
    1
  • vanilla extract
    1 tsp
  • chopped pecans
    1 c
  • confectioners' sugar for dusting

    or as needed

    2 tsp

Directions

  1. 1

    Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C). Grease a 12x17-inch jelly roll pan and line with parchment paper; grease the parchment paper. Generously dust a kitchen towel with confectioners' sugar.

    Step 1
  2. 2

    Beat eggs, white sugar, and pumpkin together in a bowl until creamy.

    Step 2
  3. 3

    Sift flour, baking soda, cinnamon, cloves, and nutmeg together in a separate bowl; gradually stir into egg mixture. Stir to combine. Spread batter evenly into the prepared pan.

    Step 3
  4. 4

    Bake in the preheated oven for exactly 10 minutes.

    Step 4
  5. 5

    Immediately turn cake onto the prepared kitchen towel. Starting at a long end, roll up pumpkin cake and towel. Let rolled cake rest for 10 minutes.

    Step 5
  6. 6

    Beat cream cheese, butter, 16-ounce package confectioners' sugar, and vanilla extract together in a bowl until smooth; fold in pecans.

    Step 6
  7. 7

    Unroll cake; spread with the filling. Roll up cake (without towel). Cut off any jagged ends. Cover and refrigerate until chilled.

    Step 7
  8. 8

    Cut cake in half; sprinkle with confectioners' sugar before serving.

    Step 8
  9. 9

    Serve and enjoy.

    Step 9
Grandma Carol's Pumpkin Roll
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Grandma Carol's Pumpkin Roll

4.5(61)208 cal

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About this Recipe

Craving the comforting flavors of autumn in a delightful dessert? Grandma Carol's Pumpkin Roll delivers a soft, spiced cake swirled with a rich, creamy filling that's perfect for any occasion and feels like a warm hug.

This pumpkin roll is a triumph of balance, combining a tender, moist pumpkin cake with a tangy, sweet cream cheese frosting. The careful blend of cinnamon, cloves, and nutmeg creates a quintessential fall experience, enhanced by the satisfying crunch of chopped pecans.

Prepare yourself for a tender, spiced pumpkin cake that yields easily under your fork, giving way to a generously piped layer of luscious, velvety cream cheese filling. Each bite offers a harmonious blend of earthy pumpkin, warm spices, and the bright, creamy tang of the frosting. The addition of pecans throughout provides a delightful textural contrast, adding a nutty counterpoint to the soft cake and smooth filling. This dessert is designed to impress, offering a sophisticated taste and presentation that feels special without being overly complicated.

Customization & Variations

While delicious as is, you can easily adapt this pumpkin roll to suit your preferences. For a simplified spice profile, the recipe suggests you can substitute 1 teaspoon of pumpkin pie spice for the individual ground cloves and nutmeg. If nuts aren't your preference, feel free to omit the chopped pecans, or try toasted walnuts for a slightly different flavor. For an extra touch of decadence, a drizzle of caramel sauce before serving would be delightful.

Grandma Carol's Pumpkin Roll is an ideal centerpiece for holiday gatherings, a comforting treat after a family meal, or a wonderful dessert to share with friends. Dust with extra confectioners' sugar just before serving for a beautiful, inviting finish.

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