Ingredients and Weight:
- 1 cup canned pumpkin puree
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 3 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1 teaspoon ground nutmeg
- 1 teaspoon ground ginger
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cloves
- 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 cup cream cheese, softened
- 1/2 cup powdered sugar
- 1/4 cup chopped walnuts
Preparation Time:
20 minutes
Cooking Time:
15-18 minutes
Difficulty Level:
2 (Easy to Moderate)
Preparation Method Steps:
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Line a 15x10-inch baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a large bowl, beat together the pumpkin puree, sugar, eggs, spices, and flour until smooth.
- Spread the batter evenly onto the prepared baking sheet.
- Bake for 15-18 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- While the cake is baking, beat together the heavy cream, cream cheese, and powdered sugar until stiff peaks form.
- Once the cake is done, immediately flip it onto a clean tea towel and gently peel off the parchment paper.
- Spread the cream cheese filling over the pumpkin cake and sprinkle with walnuts.
- Roll the cake up jelly-roll style, starting from a long side.
- Wrap the roll in plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 2 hours before slicing and serving.
Nutritional Information:
Per serving (1/8 of roll):
- Calories: 350
- Fat: 20g
- Cholesterol: 100mg
- Sodium: 250mg
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Protein: 5g
Dish Characteristics:
- Fluffy and moist pumpkin cake
- Rich and creamy cream cheese filling
- Warm and inviting autumnal flavors
- Perfect for special occasions or as a comforting treat
User Comments:
- "Absolutely delicious! The perfect balance of pumpkin and cream cheese."
- "So easy to make and incredibly impressive looking. My guests raved about it."
- "This is a must-try for pumpkin lovers! The warm spices and fluffy texture make it irresistible."
- "I made this for a fall party and it was a huge hit. The walnuts add a nice crunch."
- "Absolutely stunning. I will definitely be making this again and again."
Special Precautions and Tips:
- Use fresh, not canned pumpkin puree for the best flavor.
- Don't overbake the cake, or it will become dry.
- Let the cake cool slightly before rolling it up to prevent it from cracking.
- If the cream cheese filling is too soft, refrigerate it for a few minutes to firm it up.
- Store the pumpkin roll in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.