Since my first taste of Pumpkin Roll its been one of my favorite desserts. The light and tender pumpkin cake along with the cream cheese frosting is the perfect after dinner (or breakfast) treat.
Enjoy this Classic Pumpkin Roll with cream cheese filling at your holiday table!
As I sit in my aisle seat of an overcrowded flight from? San Francisco to Philadelphia, I can’t help but marvel at how far I have come during my years of blogging. Before blogging I was more of a passive participant in the ever-changing area of technology, satisfied to let it pass me by, as those much younger embraced and pursued it always looking for the next best thing….sigh
Now I’m called a live stream pioneer and referred to as a social media influencer. Somewhere along the way, I embraced technology and social media.
But one thing that will never change is the fact that I am a Chef and food blogger. Those are two professions that I hold dear and I feel define me as a person.
With that in mind and Thanksgiving just around the corner, my thoughts went to the holiday traditions of my childhood, and our family trips to Vermont, and my first taste of Pumpkin Roll. I haven’t thought about those times for a while, and I can’t remember the last time I enjoyed a slice or four of pumpkin roll. But with fall in the air (well not in Florida) its time for everything pumpkin to start appearing in the stores and on our table.
Making my first pumpkin roll was a challenge for me. Not being a trained baker I’ve always been afraid of making any type of roll cakes. As it turned out, the cake was easier to make than I
As it turned out, the cake was easier to make than I imagined and was every bit as delicious as I remembered. So if you’re looking for yet another delicious pumpkin dessert to grace your holiday table, I wholeheartedly recommend this cake!
If you need a Gluten-Free version of this delicious dessert you can find it here, Gluten Free Pumpkin Roll.
How do I store a finished pumpkin roll?
Once filled and rolled, wrap the finished pumpkin roll tightly in a piece of plastic wrap and then again in a layer of foil. Make sure that the ends are sealed well, this important. After properly wrapping the pumpkin roll you can keep them in the refrigerator for 2-3 days or you can freeze them for up to a month.
When ready to serve the pumpkin roll, remove it from the freezer or refrigerator and allow the roll to come to room temperature before serving.
If you love Fall Desserts you might also like these recipes:
- The Original Pumpkin Crunch Cake
- Pumpkin Praline Cheesecake
- Holiday Pie Recipes
- Cranberry-Blueberry Cheesecake
Since my first taste of Pumpkin Roll its been one of my favorite desserts. The light and tender pumpkin cake along with the cream cheese frosting is the perfect after dinner (or breakfast) treat.
- 1/4 cup powdered sugar to sprinkle on towel
- 3/4 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cloves
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 3 large eggs
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 2/3 cup LIBBY'S® 100% Pure Pumpkin
- 8 ounce package cream cheese softened
- 8 ounces mascarpone Cheese or cream cheese
- 2 cup powdered sugar
- 6 tablespoons butter softened
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/4 cup powdered sugar for dusting
- Preheat oven to 375 degrees
- Grease 15 x 10-inch jelly-roll pan; line with wax paper. Grease and flour paper. Sprinkle towel with powdered sugar.
- Mix flour, baking powder, baking soda, cinnamon, cloves and salt in small bowl. Beat eggs and sugar in large mixer bowl until thick.
- Beat in pumpkin.
- Stir in flour mixture.
- Spread evenly into prepared pan.
- Bake for 13 to 15 minutes or until top of cake springs back when touched. Immediately loosen and turn cake onto prepared towel, and carefully peel off the paper.
- Roll up cake and towel together, starting with narrow end.
- Cool on a wire rack.
- Whip cream cheese, powdered sugar, butter and vanilla extract in small mixer bowl until smooth.
- Carefully unroll cake; remove towel and spread cream cheese mixture over cake.***
- Re-roll cake, then wrap in plastic wrap and refrigerate at least one hour.
- Sprinkle with powdered sugar before serving.
More recipes from my site
The Original Pumpkin Crunch Cake with Cream Cheese Frosting- Pumpkin Praline Cheesecake Recipe for your Holiday Table
- The Original Pumpkin Crunch Cake with Cream Cheese Frosting – My Holiday Tradition
- The Best Gluten Free Pumpkin Roll Recipe
- Fall Holiday Pie Recipes for your families table
- Cranberry Eggnog Bread Pudding with a Bourbon Cream Cheese Rum Frosting
Vicki Finn says
I’ve actually never made a pumpkin roll and I grew up and live in New England! I also never would have thought to use mascarpone cheese in the filling.
Natalie says
This pumpkin roll look so delicious. I love the spices you used here. I never tried adding pumpkin in roll cake. I will definitely give this recipe a try.
Michele says
I haven’t made a pumpkin roll in ages. You def reminded me how much I love them. Yours came out SO perfect! Perfect recipe for Fall!
Jona Shares says
I am checking new recipe to try out and I find this interesting. Will try to make this and I hope I can successfully make this.
Debbie says
I mean what is Thanksgiving without a pumpkin roll? I’ll be honest I have never made one but looking at your pictures sure makes me want to. I love that your filling has cream cheese and mascarpone cheese , what a divine combination.
SHANIKA says
This recipe looks so perfect for the Fall and Holiday season! I so need to give this a try! That cream cheese and mascarpone filling looks amazing!
Kim @ Three Olives Branch says
This pumpkin roll looks amazing! Such a great idea for fall dessert, especially Thanksgiving. I’ve always worried about it cracking but love your steps and tips!
Sam | Ahead of Thyme says
I am so happy it is officially fall and pumpkin season. This pumpkin roll looks amazing and would look great at Thanksgiving. Can’t wait to try it!
Eva says
Roll cakes have a Christmas feel to me, so I find it very interesting made in the fall.I have a slight pumpkin obsession, despite having a hard time finding decent ones here in Sweden,so I always enjoy most pumpkin recipes vicariously on food blogs. Thank you!
Shelley says
I have to admit, I’m always a little stand-offish about attempting rolled cakes, too (mainly because I’m afraid they’ll crack and not roll well). But you really lay the process out so clearly and made it seem totally do-able. And with such delicious results! Pumpkin cake with cream cheese frosting is a beloved fall dessert of mine, too – and so much prettier when it’s presented in a beautiful roll like this!
Aleta says
WOW this pumpkin roll looks absolutely delicious! Pumpkin cake filled with cream cheese frosting?! Yes please!
Lynndee says
I bought a pumpkin roll at the store last year and I really enjoyed it. It was so good. I’m going to make one here at home this time following your recipe. Yum!
Rena says
I’m going to surprise my husband with this! My ex-mother-in-law used to make these every year for my son and current hubby years ago and they went crazy for them every year.
Vyjay Rao says
Loved reading this post, especially about your reminisces. But needless to say, the piece de resistance was reading about the classic Pumpkin roll. I am sure you have mastered the recipe to perfection. Looks really enticing.
Ruth I says
Another great pumpkin recipe uncovered! By the looks of it, I can tell it will taste great! Enough sweetness and pretty healthy too.
Karen Morse says
You’ve come a long way! And I must say, I enjoy the recipes that you share with us. This pumpkin roll looks so good and it’s perfect for the season. I’d love to make it one of these days.
Liz Cochico says
Gotta make this pumpkin roll. It looks so cramy and yummy. My kids would love this for sure.
Terri Steffes says
I have yet to make a pumpkin roll. I really want to try one, but I have to admit, watching that British cooking show really has me scared to try! Ha!
Pam says
I love pumpkin rolls! They’re such a classic fall baked good, and so comforting.
Tasheena says
I’ve actually never tried this before. I love the way it turned out. Looking forward to making this for my family.
Amber Myers says
I love pumpkin rolls! I admit, I’ve never made one on my own but I might have to try it out. I love my pumpkin stuff.
Ben says
That pumpkin roll may be great for a holiday table, but there’s no way I’m waiting that long. LOL. I’m probably going to make it this weekend.
Sarah Bailey says
Do you know I don’t think I have ever had pumpkin roll! I totally need to change that as I am all for a seasonal treat.
Melissa Chapman says
You say you are not a regular baker but that roll came out perfect. This looks too good to wait until the holidays to make so i might try it sooner.
Deborah von Donop says
oh my, sooo many pumpkin recipies’. Yes, I have been following your blog for many years now, and yes, you were a pioneer. Hard work and consistency is your hustle. So pleased to join you on this journey. I need to follow your lead and have a hard time getting in front of that camera. Keep it up!
cait says
ive never made this before but this is something my family would love- def will try this weekend! YUM!
Alli Smith says
I remember the first time I made a pumpkin roll. It was a keeper and I usually make one every year for Thanksgiving. It looks so good and I’d love a nice big slice with a cup of coffee.
Ice Cream n Sticky Fingers says
My grandmother used to make a cake that was similar to this but I don’t recall if it was pumpkin or chocolate. It looks so good and I love that desserts like these trigger my memory of her. I’m not a fan of pumpkin but I could take any cake and turn it into a fun cake roll.
Theresa says
Tis the season for all things pumpkin! I saw pumpkin rolls at the grocers yesterday and thought about buying one. I think I’m going to make your recipe instead this weekend since we are stuck in the house after my husband’s knee surgery. This will be a great recipe to help pass the time.
Ruth I says
The awesome things about Fall is the pumpkin desserts! I can’t wait to try this rcipe. I love rool cakes as I think it’s more flavorful than regular ones. Yum!
Beth says
My sister-in-law always makes this for Thanksgiving. The only problem is we have a big family, so if I don’t grab a piece early enough, I won’t get one. This year I will try making my own.
Beth says
My sister-in-law usually makes pumpkin roll for Thanksgiving, and it is one of my favorite desserts. The only problem is there is a big crowd, so if I don’t grab it early, I might not get a piece. I will have to try making my own this year.