Pumpkin Cream Cheese Roll
This elegant pumpkin cream cheese roll features a spiced pumpkin sponge cake filled with creamy, tangy frosting, creating a stunning swirled dessert that's perfect for fall gatherings and ready in just one hour.
Prep Time 20 minutes mins
Cook Time 15 minutes mins
Total Time 35 minutes mins
Course Dessert
Cuisine American
Servings 10 Slices
Calories 280 kcal
- 3 large eggs room temperature
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 3/4 cup canned pumpkin puree
- 3/4 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 tsp baking powder
- 1/2 tsp baking soda
- 1 tsp ground cinnamon
- 1 tsp pumpkin pie spice
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1/4 cup powdered sugar for dusting
- 8 oz cream cheese softened
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter softened
- 1 cup powdered sugar for frosting
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1-2 tbsp heavy cream
Preheat and Prep Your Pan (5 minutes)
Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Line a 15x10-inch jelly roll pan with parchment paper, leaving some overhang. Lightly grease with butter or spray, then dust with 1 tablespoon flour and tap out excess. Optional: chill the pan in the fridge for a few minutes.
Whip Up the Batter (8–10 minutes)
Beat 3 eggs and 1 cup sugar in a large bowl on medium-high for about 5 minutes until thick and lemon-colored. Stir in 3/4 cup pumpkin puree. In a separate bowl, whisk together 3/4 cup flour, 1/2 teaspoon baking powder, 1/2 teaspoon baking soda, 1 teaspoon cinnamon, 1 teaspoon pumpkin pie spice, and 1/4 teaspoon salt. Gently fold dry mixture into wet using a spatula. Pour into pan, spread evenly, and tap gently to release bubbles.
Bake to Golden Perfection (12–15 minutes)
Roll and Cool (10 minutes active, 20–30 minutes resting)
Remove cake from oven, loosen edges with a knife, and invert onto the sugared towel. Peel off parchment and roll cake up (with towel) from the short end. Cool completely on a wire rack for 20–30 minutes.
Make the Cream Cheese Frosting (5 minutes)
Fill, Re-Roll, and Chill (5 minutes + 30 minutes resting)
Unroll cooled cake gently. Spread frosting evenly, leaving a 1/2-inch border. Re-roll without the towel, place seam-side down on a platter, wrap in plastic, and chill for 30 minutes. Dust with powdered sugar or sprinkle pecans before serving.
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