Preparation time: 40 minutes. Cooking time: 15 minutes
Pumpkin Cream Cheese Roll (Serves 4)
Ingredients
- 3/4 cup all-purpose flour (95g)
- 1 cup white sugar (200g)
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 2 teaspoons pumpkin pie spice
- 1 cup pumpkin puree (225g)
- 3 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon lemon juice
- 2 tablespoons confectioners’ sugar (15g)
- 1 (8 ounce) package cream cheese, softened (225g)
- 1/4 cup butter (57g)
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 cup confectioners’ sugar (125g)
Total calories per serving: 240
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C). Grease and flour a 9×13 inch baking pan or line it with parchment paper.
- In a large bowl, mix together flour, sugar, baking soda, and pumpkin pie spice. Stir in the pumpkin puree, eggs, and lemon juice. Pour mixture into prepared pan. Spread the mixture evenly.
- Bake for 15 minutes in the preheated oven, or until a toothpick inserted into the cake comes out clean.
- Lay a damp linen towel on the counter, sprinkle it with confectioner’s sugar, and turn the cake onto the towel. Carefully roll the towel up (lengthwise) with the cake in it. Place the cake-in-towel on a cooling rack and let it cool for 20 minutes.
- While the cake is cooling, prepare the icing. In a medium bowl, blend cream cheese, butter, vanilla, and sugar with a wooden spoon or electric mixer.
- When the cake has cooled 20 minutes, unroll it and spread icing onto it. Immediately re-roll (not in the towel this time), and wrap it with plastic wrap. Keep the cake refrigerated and slice it just before serving.
Note: The time you save by not having to frost the outside of the roll makes this recipe a real winner for busy days! Enjoy your delicious Pumpkin Cream Cheese Roll.
Creating a healthier Pumpkin Cream Cheese Roll
If you’re looking to make a healthier version of our delicious Pumpkin Cream Cheese Roll, there are a few smart substitutions you can apply.
- Swap out the all-purpose flour for almond or oat flour to add fiber and nutrients.
- Choose an organic, light cream cheese for the filling or even Greek yogurt for a tangier taste with significantly less fat and more protein.
- Sweeten your roll naturally with honey or pure maple syrup rather than refined sugar.
Storing your Pumpkin Cream Cheese Roll
Once your Pumpkin Cream Cheese Roll is cooled and filled, wrap it tightly in plastic wrap to keep it moist.
If stored correctly in the refrigerator, your roll will last for about five to seven days.
Looking to prepare the roll ahead of time? No problem! This dessert freezes well. Wrapped properly and stored in a sealed container, it can be frozen for up to three months.
Pairings for Pumpkin Cream Cheese Roll
The Pumpkin Cream Cheese Roll is a versatile dish that can be paired with a variety of accompaniments.
Guide your guests through a taste adventure by serving the roll with smooth, creamy vanilla ice cream or a warm cup of coffee.
If you’re looking for an alcohol pairing, a small glass of dessert wine such as a late-harvest Riesling or Moscato complements the cake’s spiced sweetness perfectly.
Similarly, a pumpkin spice latte would echo the flavors in the roll, making for a delightful and themed dessert experience.
