Pumpkin Roll
Ingredients
- 3 large eggs
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 2/3 cup pumpkin puree)
(not pumpkin pie filling
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 3/4 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 2 teaspoons pumpkin pie spice
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 8 ounces cream cheese
softened
- 4 Tablespoons salted butter
softened
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
Directions
- 1
Preheat oven to 375 degrees F. Line a 10x15-inch jelly roll pan with parchment paper. Spray the parchment paper with non-stick spray. Set aside.
- 2
In a large bowl, whisk eggs for 30 seconds. Add granulated sugar, pumpkin puree and vanilla. Whisk until combined. Add flour, baking powder, pumpkin pie spice and salt to batter. Whisk until everything is smooth and combined. Pour batter onto prepared jelly roll pan. Spreading out evenly. Bake for 15 minutes or until toothpick inserted in center comes out clean. Remove from oven.
- 3
*This next part is hot so please be careful. You can wear oven mitts.*Now carefully roll up hot cake (with the parchment paper still attached) starting at one of the short ends. Roll up as tight as you can. Let cake sit out on the counter until completely cool. (it takes a couple of hours to fully cool.)
- 4
When cake is cooled to room temperature start on the cream cheese filling. In a medium bowl, combine cream cheese, butter, powdered sugar and vanilla. Mix until smooth and creamy.
Pumpkin Roll
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About this Recipe
Dreaming of that perfect, spiced dessert that captures the essence of autumn? This Pumpkin Roll delivers a delightful holiday treat, combining a tender pumpkin cake with a luscious, tangy cream cheese filling that will impress everyone at your table.
What makes this Pumpkin Roll truly special is the harmonious contrast between the moist, subtly spiced pumpkin cake and the rich, creamy interior. It's a classic combination that evokes warmth and celebration, providing a wonderfully balanced sweetness that's neither too heavy nor too light. The careful choice of pumpkin puree (not pie filling!) ensures an authentic pumpkin flavor that shines through.
Get ready for a soft, pillowy cake that gently cradles a generous layer of heavenly cream cheese frosting. Each slice offers a melt-in-your-mouth experience, where the earthy notes of pumpkin and the aromatic pumpkin pie spice mingle perfectly with the sweet and tangy cream cheese. It’s a decadent dessert that feels special, yet approachable enough for any home baker to master.
While the core flavors are perfect as is, you can easily tailor this dessert to your preference. Consider adjusting the amount of pumpkin pie spice for a bolder or milder flavor profile, letting you fine-tune its autumnal warmth. The beauty of this recipe lies in its balanced foundation, making it simple to personalize.
This Pumpkin Roll is the quintessential holiday centerpiece, ideal for Thanksgiving feasts, Christmas gatherings, or any occasion where you want to share something truly special. Serve it chilled or at room temperature, perhaps with a dusting of extra powdered sugar for an elegant presentation.