A soft, spiced pumpkin cake rolled with a rich cream cheese filling—perfect for fall desserts and festive occasions
🌟 Introduction
Pumpkin Roll is a classic dessert that combines the warm flavors of pumpkin and spices with a luscious cream cheese filling. Its beautiful swirl makes it look impressive, yet it’s surprisingly simple to make at home.
Perfect for holidays, tea-time treats, or special gatherings, this dessert is soft, creamy, and full of cozy flavor.
🛒 Ingredients
🔹 For the Pumpkin Cake
- ¾ cup all-purpose flour
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 tsp baking soda
- ½ tsp salt
- 2 tsp pumpkin pie spice (or cinnamon mix)
- 3 large eggs
- ⅔ cup pumpkin puree
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
🔹 For the Cream Cheese Filling
- 200g (8 oz) cream cheese (softened)
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 3 tbsp butter (softened)
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
🔹 For Rolling
- Powdered sugar (for dusting towel)
🍳 Step-by-Step Instructions
🔹 1. Preheat & Prepare Pan
Preheat your oven to 180°C (350°F).
Line a 10×15-inch baking pan with parchment paper and lightly grease it.
🔹 2. Make the Cake Batter
In a bowl:
- Mix flour, baking soda, salt, and pumpkin spice
In another bowl:
- Beat eggs and sugar until thick
- Add pumpkin puree and vanilla
Gradually combine dry ingredients with wet mixture until smooth.
🔹 3. Bake the Cake
- Pour batter into the prepared pan
- Spread evenly
Bake for 12–15 minutes, until the cake springs back when touched.
🔹 4. Roll While Warm
- Lay a clean kitchen towel and dust it generously with powdered sugar
- Turn the warm cake onto the towel
- Peel off parchment paper
- Roll the cake (with the towel) gently from the short side
Let it cool completely while rolled.
🔹 5. Prepare the Filling
In a bowl:
- Beat cream cheese, butter, powdered sugar, and vanilla until smooth and creamy
🔹 6. Fill & Roll Again
- Carefully unroll the cooled cake
- Spread the cream cheese filling evenly
- Roll it back up (without the towel)
🔹 7. Chill & Serve
- Wrap in plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 1 hour
- Slice and serve with a dusting of powdered sugar
🍽️ Serving Suggestions
- Serve chilled for clean slices
- Pair with coffee, tea, or hot chocolate
- Add whipped cream or caramel drizzle for extra indulgence
💡 Tips for Best Results
- Roll the cake while warm to prevent cracking
- Don’t overbake—this keeps the cake soft
- Chill before slicing for neat, beautiful swirls
- Use parchment paper for easy removal
🔄 Variations
- Nutty Version: Add chopped walnuts or pecans
- Extra Spiced: Add nutmeg or cloves
- Chocolate Twist: Drizzle with melted chocolate
- Healthier Option: Reduce sugar slightly or use light cream cheese
🥗 Nutritional Overview (Approximate)
- Moderate calories
- Rich and creamy texture
- Seasonal pumpkin adds vitamins and fiber
⏱️ Time & Yield
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Bake Time: 15 minutes
- Chill Time: 1 hour
- Total Time: ~1 hour 35 minutes
- Servings: 8–10 slices
