Mom's Simple Pumpkin Roll

Experience the warm flavors of fall with Mom's Simple Pumpkin Roll, a classic dessert that’s as easy to make as it is beautiful to serve. Featuring a tender, spiced pumpkin cake rolled around a luscious cream cheese filling, this recipe is perfect for holidays or cozy gatherings. With just 20 minutes of prep time, you’ll combine aromatic spices like cinnamon, ginger, and nutmeg with pure pumpkin puree to create a light, flavorful base. Rolled while warm to achieve its signature swirl, the cake is then filled with a creamy blend of butter, cream cheese, and vanilla for a melt-in-your-mouth texture. Finished with a dusting of powdered sugar, this stunning pumpkin roll is sure to impress your guests and satisfy every sweet craving. Enjoy this nostalgic treat straight from Mom’s kitchen—it’s a seasonal favorite made simple!

Nutriscore Rating: 41/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:15 mins

Total Time:35 mins

Servings: 10

Ingredients

• 0.75 cup all-purpose flour
• 1 cup granulated sugar
• 1 teaspoon baking powder
• 2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
• 0.5 teaspoon ground ginger
• 0.25 teaspoon ground nutmeg
• 0.5 teaspoon salt
• 3 large eggs
• 0.67 cup pure pumpkin puree
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1 cup powdered sugar
• 8 ounces cream cheese
• 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract (for filling)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C). Line a 15x10-inch jelly roll pan with parchment paper and lightly grease the paper.

Step 2

In a medium bowl, combine the flour, sugar, baking powder, cinnamon, ginger, nutmeg, and salt. Mix well.

Step 3

In a separate large mixing bowl, whisk the eggs until well beaten. Add the pumpkin puree and vanilla extract, then stir until smooth.

Step 4

Gradually fold the dry ingredients into the wet ingredients, mixing gently until no streaks of flour remain.

Step 5

Pour the batter into the prepared jelly roll pan, spreading it evenly to the edges.

Step 6

Bake in the preheated oven for 13-15 minutes, or until the cake is springy to the touch.

Step 7

While the cake is baking, place a clean kitchen towel on a flat surface and generously sprinkle it with powdered sugar to prevent sticking.

Step 8

Once the cake is done, promptly invert it onto the prepared towel. Carefully peel off the parchment paper.

Step 9

Starting at one of the short sides, roll the cake up tightly with the towel inside. Set it aside to cool completely, about 1 hour.

Step 10

While the cake cools, prepare the filling by beating together the cream cheese, butter, vanilla extract, and powdered sugar in a mixing bowl until smooth and creamy.

Step 11

Once the cake has cooled, unroll it gently and spread an even layer of the filling over the surface, leaving a small border around the edges.

Step 12

Re-roll the cake carefully (without the towel this time) and wrap it tightly in plastic wrap. Chill in the refrigerator for at least 1 hour before serving.

Step 13

When ready to serve, sprinkle the pumpkin roll with additional powdered sugar for decoration, slice, and enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1024.8g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3073.4

Total Fat 141.9g	0%
Saturated Fat 78.8g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 3.4g
Cholesterol 911.1mg	0%
Sodium 2575.4mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 423.2g	0%
Dietary Fiber 10.0g	0%
Total Sugars 333.0g
Protein 44.5g	0%

Vitamin D 123IU	0%
Calcium 409.5mg	0%
Iron 8.6mg	0%
Potassium 982.6mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 40.6%

Protein: 5.7%

Carbs: 53.8%