Pumpkin Spice Cake Roll with Cream Cheese Filling

This light and spiced pumpkin cake, rolled with a smooth cream cheese filling, is the perfect fall dessert. The gentle spices combine with the creamy filling for a treat that’s both comforting and indulgent.

Ingredients (for 8 servings)

Cake:

• ¾ cup (95 g) all-purpose flour
• ½ teaspoon baking powder
• ½ teaspoon baking soda
• 1 ½ teaspoons ground cinnamon
• 1 teaspoon ground ginger
• ½ teaspoon ground nutmeg
• ¼ teaspoon ground cloves
• 1 teaspoon kosher salt
• 3 eggs
• 1 cup (200 g) sugar
• ⅔ cup (150 g) pumpkin puree
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Filling:

• 12 oz (335 g) cream cheese, softened
• 8 tablespoons butter, softened
• 1 ½ cups (180 g) powdered sugar, sifted
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1 teaspoon kosher salt

For Garnish:

• Powdered sugar, for dusting

Preparation

Preheat Oven:

• Preheat the oven to 375ºF (190°C). Line a 10 x 15-inch (25.5 x 38 cm) baking sheet with parchment paper.

1. Prepare the Cake Batter:
   • In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, cinnamon, ginger, nutmeg, cloves, and salt.
   • In a separate bowl, whisk the eggs and sugar until combined. Add in the pumpkin puree and vanilla extract, whisking until smooth.
   • Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, whisking until smooth and well combined.
2. Bake the Cake:
   • Pour the batter onto the prepared baking sheet, smoothing it out evenly with a spatula.
   • Bake for 12–13 minutes, or until the cake is springy to the touch.
   • Remove from the oven and, using the parchment paper, carefully transfer the cake onto a cutting board covered with a clean dish towel.
3. Roll the Cake:
   • While the cake is still warm, starting from a short end, gently roll the cake up with the dish towel, leaving the parchment paper on. Allow the rolled cake to cool completely.
4. Prepare the Filling:
   • In a bowl, mix together the softened cream cheese, butter, powdered sugar, vanilla extract, and salt until smooth and creamy.
5. Assemble the Cake Roll:
   • Once the cake has cooled, gently unroll it. Spread the cream cheese filling evenly over the surface of the cake.
   • Re-roll the cake, peeling back the parchment paper as you go. Refrigerate the rolled cake for at least 1 hour to set.
6. Garnish and Serve:
   • Before serving, dust the cake with powdered sugar. Slice and enjoy your delicious pumpkin spice cake roll!

Conclusion

This pumpkin spice cake roll is an elegant dessert filled with rich cream cheese filling, perfect for autumn gatherings or holidays. The spiced pumpkin cake is balanced by the smooth and tangy cream cheese, making every bite irresistible. It’s a fun twist on the traditional pumpkin dessert that will surely impress your guests!