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A soft, spiced pumpkin cake rolled tightly around a creamy cream cheese filling, perfect for fall gatherings and holiday parties.

Ingredients

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  • 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

Instructions

  1. Bring eggs, cream cheese, and butter to room temperature.
  2. Preheat oven to 375°F and line a 10×15-inch jelly roll pan with parchment paper; lightly spray the parchment with non-stick spray.
  3. Whisk eggs briskly for about 30 seconds.
  4. Add granulated sugar, pumpkin puree, and vanilla extract; whisk until well combined.
  5. Add all-purpose flour, baking powder, pumpkin pie spice, and salt; whisk until smooth and well combined.
  6. Pour batter into the prepared pan and spread into an even layer.
  7. Bake about 15 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean; remove from oven.
  8. While the cake is still warm, carefully roll it up from a short end with the parchment paper attached, rolling tightly but gently.
  9. Let the rolled cake cool completely on the counter (can take a couple of hours).
  10. Beat softened cream cheese, softened butter, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract until silky smooth and creamy.
  11. Slowly unroll the cooled cake, peeling off the parchment paper gently.
  12. Spread the cream cheese filling evenly all over the inside of the cake.
  13. Re-roll the cake tightly, wrap it securely with plastic wrap, and refrigerate until chilled (at least 1–2 hours).
  14. Slice the chilled pumpkin roll with a serrated knife, wiping the knife clean between slices for neat pieces.

Notes

Pumpkin rolls freeze wonderfully. Wrap tightly with two layers of plastic wrap, then place in a freezer-safe ziplock bag. Freeze for up to 2 months. To thaw, move it to the fridge overnight., Use room temperature ingredients for better batter consistency and creamy filling., Avoid scooping flour directly; spoon into measuring cup and level for accurate measurement., Do not overbake to prevent drying and cracking., Roll cake while warm with parchment to lock in moisture and prevent cracks., Spread filling in a thin, even layer for optimal rolling., Refrigerate rolled cake for at least 1–2 hours before slicing for clean slices., Use a serrated knife and wipe between cuts for neat slices., Dust slices with powdered sugar for a pretty, festive finish., Variations include adding maple syrup, cinnamon, chopped pecans, mini chocolate chips, caramel or chocolate drizzle, or folding whipped cream into filling for a lighter texture., To make gluten-free, substitute all-purpose flour with a 1:1 gluten-free baking blend and ensure baking powder is gluten-free; adjust baking time., Can use a 9×13-inch pan instead of jelly roll pan but adjust batter quantity and baking time accordingly., Store leftover pumpkin rolls in an airtight container in the fridge up to 4 days.

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