Description
This sourdough pumpkin roll is a delicious and moist fall dessert featuring a tender pumpkin-spiced cake rolled with a creamy, smooth cream cheese filling. Perfect for cozy autumn gatherings, it combines the tang of sourdough starter with warm spices and rich cream cheese frosting for an irresistible treat.
Ingredients
Scale
Cake:
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup pumpkin puree
- 1 cup sugar
- 1/2 cup sourdough starter
- 1/2 cup vegetable oil
- 3 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1 teaspoon cinnamon
- 1/2 teaspoon nutmeg
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
Cream Cheese Filling:
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1/2 cup powdered sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a baking sheet to prevent the cake from sticking.
- Mix Wet Ingredients: In a large bowl, combine the pumpkin puree, sugar, sourdough starter, vegetable oil, and eggs. Mix thoroughly until the ingredients are well incorporated.
- Prepare Dry Ingredients: In a separate bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking powder, baking soda, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt to evenly distribute the leavening and spices.
- Combine Mixtures: Slowly add the dry mixture to the wet mixture, stirring gently until just combined to avoid overmixing and ensure a tender cake.
- Spread Batter: Pour the batter onto the greased baking sheet and spread it evenly for uniform thickness.
- Bake Cake: Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean, indicating the cake is done.
- Prepare Filling: While the cake bakes, beat together the softened cream cheese, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract until smooth and creamy to create the filling.
- Cool and Roll Cake: Once baked, let the cake cool for a few minutes. Then carefully roll it up in a clean kitchen towel to shape it and prevent cracking while it cools completely.
- Fill and Re-roll: Unroll the cooled cake gently, spread the cream cheese filling evenly over the surface, then roll it back up tightly.
- Serve: Slice the pumpkin roll into serving pieces and enjoy the moist, spiced cake with luscious cream cheese filling.
Notes
- Ensure the cream cheese is softened for easy mixing and a smooth filling.
- Rolling the cake while warm helps prevent cracks and makes rolling easier.
- Use a clean kitchen towel dusted with powdered sugar or parchment paper when rolling the cake to prevent sticking.
- For extra flavor, you can add a pinch of ground cloves or ginger to the dry ingredients.
- Store leftovers wrapped tightly in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Keywords: pumpkin roll, sourdough pumpkin roll, fall dessert, pumpkin cake, cream cheese filling, autumn dessert, pumpkin spice roll
