Easy Spiced Pumpkin Roll with Cream Cheese Frosting
Indulge in the perfect blend of spices in every bite of this Easy Spiced Pumpkin Roll with Cream Cheese Frosting. After making this recipe dozens of times, I’ve discovered the trick to the perfect pumpkin roll every time. The warm spices and creamy frosting make this dessert a cozy fall favorite. If you love recipes like this, you’ll also enjoy Mexican Street Corn Avocado Toast and Creamy Jalapeno Popper Corn Casserole.
Why This Easy Spiced Pumpkin Roll with Cream Cheese Frosting Is Pure Comfort
- The perfect blend of warm spices in every bite
- Creamy, tangy cream cheese frosting
- Impress your guests with this stunning dessert
- Easy to make and better than store-bought
What You'll Need for Easy Spiced Pumpkin Roll with Cream Cheese Frosting
Choosing the right ingredients makes a big difference, but this recipe is forgiving enough to work with what you have.
- canned pumpkin
- eggs
- sugar
- flour
- baking powder
- salt
- pumpkin pie spice
- vanilla extract
- pumpkin pie spice
- vanilla extract
- cream cheese
- powdered sugar
- milk
- Optional: whipped cream
- Optional: chopped nuts
- Optional: cinnamon
📝 Ingredient Notes
- canned pumpkin: Make sure to use 100% pure pumpkin, not pumpkin pie filling.
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How to Make Easy Spiced Pumpkin Roll with Cream Cheese Frosting
- Prepare the cake: Preheat oven to 375°F. Grease a 15×10-inch jelly-roll pan. In a large bowl, beat eggs and sugar until thick. Beat in pumpkin, flour, baking powder, salt, pumpkin pie spice, and vanilla. Spread batter in prepared pan. Bake for 13-15 minutes or until top springs back when touched.
- Prepare the filling: In a large bowl, beat cream cheese, powdered sugar, and milk until smooth. Stir in vanilla.
- Assemble the roll: Sprinkle a clean kitchen towel with powdered sugar. Turn hot cake onto towel. Remove pan. Roll up cake and towel together. Cool completely on a wire rack. Unroll cake. Spread filling over cake. Roll up again. Place seam side down on a serving plate.
Cook's Tips for Perfect Easy Spiced Pumpkin Roll with Cream Cheese Frosting
- : Make sure the cake is still warm when rolling to prevent cracking.
- Common mistake and fix: If the cake cracks while rolling, don't worry! Just spread some frosting over the crack to hide it.
- : For a lighter frosting, add more milk to your desired consistency.
- : Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days.
Storing & Reheating Easy Spiced Pumpkin Roll with Cream Cheese Frosting
Short-Term Storage
Store in an airtight container in the fridge. Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days. Make-ahead tip: Prepare the cake and filling up to a day ahead. Roll and frost before serving.
Freezing Easy Spiced Pumpkin Roll with Cream Cheese Frosting
Freeze for up to 3 months. Thaw overnight in the refrigerator before serving.
Recipe Notes
- Chef tip: Rolling the cake while still warm helps prevent cracking.
- Best substitution: You can substitute the pumpkin pie spice with a mix of cinnamon, nutmeg, ginger, and cloves.
- Make-ahead: Prepare the cake and filling up to a day ahead. Roll and frost before serving.
- Scaling: This recipe can be halved or doubled to suit your needs.
- Troubleshooting: If the cake is too dry, add a little more milk to the frosting to make it creamier.
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Easy Spiced Pumpkin Roll with Cream Cheese Frosting
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- canned pumpkin
- eggs
- sugar
- flour
- baking powder
- salt
- pumpkin pie spice
- vanilla extract
Seasonings
- pumpkin pie spice
- vanilla extract
- cream cheese
- powdered sugar
- milk
Optional Toppings
- whipped cream
- chopped nuts
- cinnamon
Instructions
- Prepare the cake: Preheat oven to 375°F. Grease a 15×10-inch jelly-roll pan. In a large bowl, beat eggs and sugar until thick. Beat in pumpkin, flour, baking powder, salt, pumpkin pie spice, and vanilla. Spread batter in prepared pan. Bake for 13-15 minutes or until top springs back when touched.
- Prepare the filling: In a large bowl, beat cream cheese, powdered sugar, and milk until smooth. Stir in vanilla.
- Assemble the roll: Sprinkle a clean kitchen towel with powdered sugar. Turn hot cake onto towel. Remove pan. Roll up cake and towel together. Cool completely on a wire rack. Unroll cake. Spread filling over cake. Roll up again. Place seam side down on a serving plate.
Notes
- Chef tip: Rolling the cake while still warm helps prevent cracking.
- Best substitution: You can substitute the pumpkin pie spice with a mix of cinnamon, nutmeg, ginger, and cloves.
- Make-ahead: Prepare the cake and filling up to a day ahead. Roll and frost before serving.
- Scaling: This recipe can be halved or doubled to suit your needs.
- Troubleshooting: If the cake is too dry, add a little more milk to the frosting to make it creamier.
Storage
- Fridge: Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days.
- Freezer: Freeze for up to 3 months. Thaw overnight in the refrigerator before serving.
- Make ahead: Prepare the cake and filling up to a day ahead. Roll and frost before serving.
Nutrition Per Serving
- Calories: 220
- Protein: 4g
- Fat: 5g
- Carbs: 40g
- Fiber: 1g
- Sugar: 25g
- Sodium: 100mg
- Cholesterol: 70mg
- Sat. Fat: 3g
Nutritional values are estimates only. Actual values may vary by brand and portion size.
Easy Spiced Pumpkin Roll with Cream Cheese Frosting FAQs
Yes, you can prepare the cake and filling up to a day ahead. Roll and frost before serving.
If the cake is too dry, add a little more milk to the frosting to make it creamier.
Yes, freeze for up to 3 months. Thaw overnight in the refrigerator before serving.
No, this recipe is not suitable for the air fryer.
You can substitute the pumpkin pie spice with a mix of cinnamon, nutmeg, ginger, and cloves.
A Warm Final Note
I can’t wait for you to try Easy Spiced Pumpkin Roll with Cream Cheese Frosting and see how effortlessly it comes together. When you make it, pop back here and leave a rating or share how it turned out — I love hearing from you!
