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Pumpkin Roll: The Best Homemade Treat for Fall Gatherings

Pumpkin Roll

Enjoy this delicious and moist pumpkin roll filled with cream cheese frosting, perfect for autumn gatherings.

Ingredients

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  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 3 large eggs
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 cup canned pumpkin puree
  • 1 tablespoon vanilla extract
  • 8 ounces cream cheese, softened
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 2 cups powdered sugar
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C) and grease a 15×10-inch jelly roll pan.
  2. In a bowl, mix the flour, baking powder, baking soda, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt.
  3. In another bowl, beat the eggs and sugar until thick, then stir in the pumpkin and vanilla.
  4. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, stirring until just combined.
  5. Spread the batter evenly in the prepared pan and bake for 15 minutes.
  6. Once baked, immediately invert the cake onto a clean kitchen towel dusted with powdered sugar.
  7. Roll the cake and towel together from the short end and let cool.
  8. In a separate bowl, beat together the cream cheese, butter, powdered sugar, and vanilla until smooth.
  9. Unroll the cooled cake, spread the cream cheese mixture over the top, then re-roll the cake without the towel.
  10. Wrap in plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 1 hour before serving.

Notes

  • For a richer flavor, add chopped nuts to the cream cheese filling.
  • This dessert can be made a day in advance for ease.

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Keywords: Pumpkin Roll, Fall Dessert, Homemade Treat