This Perfect Pumpkin Roll is soft, moist, and filled with a rich cream cheese filling. The combination of warm pumpkin spices and creamy filling makes it an irresistible fall dessert that’s ideal for family gatherings or holiday celebrations!
Ingredients:
For the Pumpkin Cake:
3/4 cup all-purpose flour ????
1/2 tsp baking powder ????
1/2 tsp baking soda ????
1/2 tsp ground cinnamon ????
1/2 tsp ground cloves ????
1/4 tsp salt ????
3 large eggs ????
1 cup granulated sugar ????
2/3 cup canned pumpkin ????
For the Cream Cheese Filling:
8 oz cream cheese, softened ????
1 cup powdered sugar ????
6 tbsp unsalted butter, softened ????
1 tsp vanilla extract ????
For Garnish:
Powdered sugar for dusting ????
Directions:
Preheat Oven:
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) ????. Grease a 15×10-inch jelly roll pan and line it with parchment paper. Grease the paper and sprinkle it lightly with flour ????.
Prepare the Cake Batter: In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, cinnamon, cloves, and salt ????????. In a separate bowl, beat the eggs and sugar until thick. Add in the canned pumpkin and mix well ????. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients and mix until just combined.
Bake the Cake: Spread the batter evenly into the prepared pan. Bake for 13-15 minutes, or until the top of the cake springs back when touched ????. While the cake is still warm, carefully roll it up in a clean kitchen towel dusted with powdered sugar, starting from the short end. Let it cool completely while rolled up.
Prepare the Cream Cheese Filling: In a medium bowl, beat the softened cream cheese, butter, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract until smooth and creamy ????.
Assemble the Pumpkin Roll: Once the cake has cooled, gently unroll it and spread the cream cheese filling evenly over the cake. Re-roll the cake (without the towel) and place it seam-side down on a serving platter.
Serve and Garnish: Dust the pumpkin roll with powdered sugar before serving for an elegant touch ????. Slice and enjoy this festive dessert!
Prep Time: 20 minutes | Cooking Time: 15 minutes | Total Time: 1 hour (including cooling)
Calories: Approx. 270 kcal per slice | Servings: 10-12 slices