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Perfect Pumpkin Spice Roll Cake Recipe for Fall

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A soft, spiced pumpkin cake wrapped around a creamy cream cheese filling, perfect for embracing the autumn season.

Ingredients

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  • 3/4 cup (100g) all-purpose flour
  • 2/3 cup (135g) granulated sugar
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
  • 2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
  • 1 teaspoon ground nutmeg
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground ginger
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground cloves
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 3 large eggs
  • 1 cup (240g) canned pumpkin puree (not pumpkin pie filling)
  • 8 oz (225g) cream cheese, softened
  • 1 cup (120g) powdered sugar
  • 6 tablespoons (85g) unsalted butter, softened
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • Powdered sugar for dusting (optional)
  • Chopped pecans or walnuts for garnish (optional)

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a jelly roll pan with parchment paper. Lightly grease the paper.
  2. In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, cinnamon, nutmeg, ginger, cloves, and salt until well combined.
  3. In a separate bowl, beat the eggs until light and fluffy. Add the pumpkin puree and mix until smooth.
  4. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, folding gently with a spatula until just combined. Do not overmix.
  5. Pour the batter into the prepared pan and spread it evenly. Bake for 13-15 minutes or until the cake springs back when touched lightly in the center.
  6. Lay a clean kitchen towel on the counter and dust it generously with powdered sugar. Once the cake is done, immediately transfer it to the towel (parchment side up). Peel off the parchment and roll the cake up with the towel from the short end. Let it cool completely, rolled up.
  7. Beat the cream cheese, powdered sugar, butter, and vanilla extract until smooth and creamy.
  8. Carefully unroll the cake once it’s cooled. Spread the filling evenly, leaving a small border around the edges. Roll the cake back up (without the towel) and place it seam-side down.
  9. Wrap the roll in plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 1 hour to set.
  10. Dust with powdered sugar and slice into swirls. Add nuts for garnish if desired.

Notes

Rolling the cake while warm prevents cracks and sets the shape. Use room temperature ingredients for a smooth filling. Chill the roll before slicing for clean cuts.

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Keywords: Pumpkin spice, roll cake, fall dessert, cream cheese filling, autumn recipe

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