Cakes & CupcakesNo. 4118 · The 2026 edition
Pumpkin Roll
A classic pumpkin roll with spiced cake and creamy frosting—perfect for fall gatherings.
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This pumpkin roll features a tender spiced cake rolled around a smooth cream cheese frosting. After baking, the cake is rolled in a sugared towel to cool, then filled, re-rolled, and chilled before serving. Dust with powdered sugar for a beautiful finish.
Ingredients
Directions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F. Spray an 18x13-inch half sheet pan with nonstick baking spray that contains flour. Line the bottom with parchment paper and spray the paper as well.
- In a medium bowl, whisk together 1 cup all-purpose flour, 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon, 1 teaspoon baking powder, 3/4 teaspoon baking soda, 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt, 1/4 teaspoon ground ginger, and 1/4 teaspoon ground allspice.
- In a large bowl, whisk together 1 1/4 cups granulated sugar, 3/4 cup pumpkin puree, 4 large eggs, and 1 teaspoon vanilla extract. Add the flour mixture and whisk until just combined.
- Spread the batter evenly in the prepared pan. Bake for 14 to 15 minutes, until the top springs back when gently pressed.
- While the cake bakes, lay a clean kitchen towel on your work surface and dust it evenly with 1/2 cup powdered sugar. As soon as the cake comes out of the oven, run a knife around the edges to loosen it. Invert the cake onto the sugared towel, peel off the parchment, and discard. Starting from a narrow end, roll the cake up with the towel into a log. Place seam-side down and let cool completely, about 2 hours.
- For the frosting, beat 8 ounces softened cream cheese and 1/2 cup softened unsalted butter in a stand mixer with the paddle attachment on medium speed until smooth, about 3 minutes. Reduce speed to medium-low and gradually add 2 1/2 cups powdered sugar. Mix in 1 teaspoon vanilla extract and 1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon, then beat on medium-high for 20 seconds.
- Carefully unroll the cooled cake and spread the frosting evenly over it. Re-roll the cake without the towel and place seam-side down on a serving platter. Cover with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 2 hours or up to overnight.
- Just before serving, dust the cake lightly with additional powdered sugar.
Per serving
- 19.0 fat g
- 74.0 carbs g
- 62.0 sugar g
- 486.0 calories
- 6.0 protein g
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