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    PUBLISHED: Nov 23, 2016 · UPDATED: Nov 25, 2022 by Precious · This post may contain affiliate links · 18 Comments

    Pumpkin Roll Cake

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    This Pumpkin Roll Cake is the perfect fall or holiday dessert! The cake is filled with a delicious cream cheese filling and will look stunning on your dinner table! A true showstopping dessert!

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    This pumpkin roll cake is epic and great for fall or the holidays just like Pumpkin Chocolate Chip Pancakes or Pumpkin Cake With Cream Cheese Frosting. 

    In America, around August to December, pumpkins are in fashion. They are everywhere: on doorsteps, in grocery stores, in pies and in... cakes!

    A Pumpkin Roll Cake on a chopping board

    I have to confess before now the only thing I ever did with pumpkin in my life is manage to chew the boiled one. Then I moved to the United States and saw pumpkins being used in cooking in both sweet and savory ways.

    I joined the pumpkin party and started experimenting. I have made pumpkin bread, pumpkin chocolate chip bread pumpkin chocolate chip pancakes, and this pumpkin roll cake which is absolutely delicious.

    The pumpkin flavour in the cake is not overpowering but delicious. It starts off with a thin sponge which is then filled with a cream cheese mixture.

    Ingredients for Pumpkin Roll Cake

    Here are the ingredients you need:

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    Flour, pumpkin puree, baking powder, baking soda, salt, sugar, pumpkin pie spice, vanilla extract and some eggs, which I forgot to photograph at the same time with the other team players. Blame it on "mommy brain".

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    How To Make Pumpkin Roll Cake

    • The first thing you need to do is preheat your oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit (180 degrees C).
    • Then line a 9 by 13 inch baking sheet with parchment paper and spray with non-stick cooking spray or if you are old fashioned like me, rub some vegetable oil on the parchment paper.
    • Put the flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt and pumpkin pie spice in a bowl.
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    • Whisk all of the dry ingredients together then keep aside.
    • In another bowl, put in the sugar, eggs and vanilla.
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    • Whisk together until the mixture is thick. I used an electric mixer for this.
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    • Now add pumpkin puree to the egg mixture and mix well.
    • Then you combine the flour mixture with the egg mixture.
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    • Mix all of that into a batter. Aint she pretty?
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    • Spread the batter onto the prepared pan, making sure it is evenly distributed.
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    • Bake for about 13 to 15 minutes until the cake springs back up when touched.
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    Note: This cake doesn't take long to be ready. It really doesn't take long. So please don't go far from your oven. Check it after about 13 minutes.

    • Immediately roll the cake carefully together with the parchment paper and set aside. If you do not use parchment paper you could roll with a clean kitchen towel. Note that if you do not roll it as soon as it is out of the oven, it will get cold fast and will be hard to manipulate into a roll, leading to cracks.
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    How To Make The Cream Cheese Filling

    Add some cream cheese, butter, confectioner's sugar and vanilla extract into a bowl. The butter and cream cheese should be at room temperature so they can be mixed easily.

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    Mix them all up with an electric beater or a spatula.

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    Finishing The Pumpkin Roll Cake

    • Now unroll the cake and spread the filling all over it.
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    • Roll it once again and wrap it in plastic wrap.
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    • Refrigerate for up to an hour before serving. Yum yum!
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    Chef's Tip

    If your roll cake cracks, simply cover up the cracks by dusting powdered sugar over the cake. It will still be a delicious cake with an even more stunning appearance thanks to the powdered sugar on top!

    You could also cover up the cracks by piping whipped cream or frosting on the roll cake.

    Frequently Asked Questions

    How do I prevent my Pumpkin Roll Cake from cracking?

    To prevent Pumpkin Roll Cake from cracking, roll it up immediately after it comes out of the oven. When the cake is still soft, it is easier to roll up and will most likely roll without cracking.

    Why is my Pumpkin Roll spongy?

    Roll cakes are meant to be spongy because that way, they can roll up easily. If your pumpkin roll cake is too thick, trying to roll it up might cause several cracks.

    Does Pumpkin Roll need to be refrigerated?

    Yes. After making Pumpkin Roll, store it in the fridge for at least one hour so the flavors can meld. Also, store Pumpkin Roll Cake in the fridge in the fridge in a tightly covered container for up to 5 days.

    Why is my Pumpkin Roll filling runny?

    If you add the Pumpkin Roll filling to the cake while the cake is still hot or warm, the filling will start to melt and get runny. Add the filling to the cake while the cake is at room temperature.

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    If you make this Pumpkin Roll Cake, please share a photo on Instagram and tag me @preciouscore. I'll love to see it! Also, consider leaving a star rating below.

    Recipe

    2 slices of pumpkin roll cake on a plate.

    Pumpkin Roll Cake

    This pumpkin cake is filled with a cream cheese filling that is absolutely delicious. It takes a bit of time but it is totally worth it!
    5 from 2 votes
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    Course: Dessert
    Cuisine: American
    Prep Time: 20 minutes
    Cook Time: 15 minutes
    Total Time: 35 minutes
    Servings: 10 servings
    Calories: 279kcal
    Author: Precious

    Ingredients

    FOR THE CAKE

    • ¾ cup flour
    • ⅔ cup pumpkin puree
    • ½ teaspoon baking soda
    • ½ teaspoon baking powder
    • 3 eggs
    • ¼ teaspoon salt
    • ½ cup granulated sugar
    • 1 tablespoon pumpkin pie spice
    • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

    FOR THE FILLING

    • 6 tablespoons butter
    • 8 ounces cream cheese
    • ½ cup icing sugar
    • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

    Instructions

    • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F. Line a 9 by 13 inch baking sheet with parchment paper and grease with vegetable oil or spray with non-stick cooking spray.
    • In a bowl, combine the flour, baking soda, baking powder, salt and pumpkin pie spice.
    • In another bowl, beat together the eggs and sugar until thick.
    • Add in pumpkin puree and mix to combine.
    • Add in flour mixture and mix well.
    • Spread the batter into greased pan, making sure the top is leveled.
    • Bake for about 15 minutes until the top of the cake springs back when touched.
    • Immediately roll the cake together with the parchment paper lining the baking pan. Allow on a rack to cool. Make sure you roll the cake immediately it comes out of the oven to prevent cracks.
    • Combine ingredients for filling in a bowl and mix together util smooth. The cream cheese and butter should be at room temperature so they are soft enough to mix.
    • Carefully unroll the cake and remove the parchment paper. 
    • Spread the filling evenly on the cake. 
    • Roll the cake again and keep in the fridge for up to an hour before serving.

    Notes

    Spices: If you can't find pumpkin pie spice, use a combination of cinnamon powder and ground nutmeg. Other spices you could include are ground cloves or ground ginger.
    Pumpkin Puree: You could make pumpkin puree at home by cutting the pumpkin, scooping out the seeds, roasting it for about one hour in an oven, then scooping out the pulp and blending to a puree. If this is too much for you, simply purchase pure pumpkin puree in a can from the grocery store. Note that you need Pumpkin Puree here and not Pumpkin Pie Filling.
    Sweetness: If you want the cake sweeter, consider doubling the sugar measurements in both the batter and the frosting or add more sugar to your liking.

    Nutrition

    Calories: 279kcal | Carbohydrates: 40g | Protein: 3g | Fat: 12g | Saturated Fat: 6g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 2g | Monounsaturated Fat: 3g | Trans Fat: 0.3g | Cholesterol: 67mg | Sodium: 252mg | Potassium: 77mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 31g | Vitamin A: 2825IU | Vitamin C: 1mg | Calcium: 32mg | Iron: 1mg
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    Comments

    1. Tina says

      November 23, 2016 at 9:00 am

      I'll try this, though I use to see my aunt putting the cream after removing the cake from the over and roll at once then put in the freezer! Nice writeup?

      Reply
      • Precious says

        November 23, 2016 at 3:05 pm

        Thanks dear!
        I think the filling will melt away if you place it straight on a hot cake.
        But you said she puts it immediately in the freezer so maybe that's another way of doing it.

        Reply
    2. Bola says

      November 23, 2016 at 1:11 pm

      This is nice and I won't mind someone sowing it into my life cos my baking sucks.
      Precious I don't know what's been happening to my comments o, dey just dey rapture anyhow.

      Reply
      • Precious says

        November 23, 2016 at 3:09 pm

        Bola, I wish I could sow two hefty ones into your life. Why are your comments getting raptured nah? I have missed reading from you.

        Reply
    3. Ngumabi says

      November 23, 2016 at 11:28 am

      It looks so delicious. Is the pumpkin puree raw ground pumpkin?

      Reply
      • Precious says

        November 23, 2016 at 3:06 pm

        Thanks Ngumiss!
        The pumpkin is cooked. I roast in the oven then scoop out the pulp and blend.

        Reply
    4. Kewrites says

      November 23, 2016 at 4:27 pm

      Pumpkins are way to go for this season! Never thought of pumpkin cake before! Will be making some Belgian pumpkin soup one of these days. That looks absolutely yummy! Enjoy sis

      Reply
      • Precious says

        November 24, 2016 at 8:26 pm

        Belgian pumpkin soup sounds interesting. Thank you, sis!

        Reply
    5. Oladosu faith says

      November 23, 2016 at 4:37 pm

      Nice madam. When off from class and I am not blogging. I run down here. Cooking is an art. Kisses to ya

      Reply
      • Precious says

        November 24, 2016 at 8:28 pm

        So glad to hear that. Hope school is going on well. Kisses back at ya!

        Reply
    6. Amaka says

      November 23, 2016 at 11:48 pm

      Looks nice. You make it seem way easy. Well done, ma'm!

      Reply
      • Precious says

        November 24, 2016 at 8:30 pm

        It really is so easy dear! Hope you are good.

        Reply
    7. Olaitan says

      November 24, 2016 at 6:12 am

      You have a way of making these cooking experiments look easy and making one want to try these things. Welldone ma! And this looks really yummy!
      http://WWW.LAITANBEE.COM

      Reply
      • Precious says

        November 24, 2016 at 8:32 pm

        Thanks dearie. You all be making me feel like a star.

        Reply
    8. Rachel says

      January 13, 2017 at 11:05 am

      awesome Ma

      Reply
      • Precious says

        January 14, 2017 at 10:46 am

        Thanks Rachel

        Reply
    9. Claudine says

      February 06, 2018 at 7:13 am

      Hi Pre,
      i've hated pumpkin all my life but this is tempting enough fro me to give it a shot. Fingers crossed

      Reply
      • Precious says

        February 09, 2018 at 7:47 pm

        Fingers crossed, sis. You will enjoy this cake.

        Reply

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