Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

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10
servings
3 unit

eggs

beaten

1 cup

pumpkin

1 cup

sugar

1 tsp

salt

1 tsp

baking soda

1 cup

flour

0.5 tsp

cinnamon

Step 1
~3 min

Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).

Step 2
~3 min

In a large bowl, beat eggs until light and fluffy.

Step 3
~3 min

Add pumpkin, sugar, salt, baking soda, flour, and cinnamon to the bowl.

Key Technique: Baking
Step 4
~3 min

Mix until all ingredients are well combined and the batter is smooth.

Step 5
~3 min

Grease a cookie sheet and line it with wax paper.

Step 6
~3 min

Pour the batter onto the prepared cookie sheet and spread evenly.

Step 7
~3 min

Bake in the preheated oven for 15 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.

Step 8
~3 min

Lay a clean dish towel on the counter and sprinkle it generously with powdered sugar.

Step 9
~3 min

Once the cake is done, remove it from the oven and immediately turn it out onto the prepared towel.

Step 10
~3 min

Carefully peel off the wax paper using a knife.

Step 11
~3 min

Roll the cake up lengthwise (like a jelly roll) in the dish towel.

Step 12
~3 min

Allow the rolled cake to cool for 10 minutes to set its shape.

Step 13
~3 min

Unroll the cake gently and spread your favorite cream cheese frosting (not included in ingredients).

Step 14
~3 min

Reroll the cake tightly without the towel and wrap in plastic wrap.

Step 15
~3 min

Refrigerate for at least 30 minutes before slicing and serving.

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

Dust the towel generously with powdered sugar to prevent sticking.

Chill the rolled cake thoroughly before slicing for easier handling.

Add chopped nuts to the filling for added texture.

Cooking Experience

Everything you need to know before you start

Time & Preparation

Cleanup Time

15 minutes

Batch Cooking
Friendly
Make Ahead

Can be made a day in advance.

Freezable
Kid Friendly

Cooking Environment

Messiness Level
Medium
Smell Intensity
Medium
Noise Level
Quiet
Elder Friendly
Suitable for seniors

Plating & Presentation

Serving Suggestions

Serve with a dollop of whipped cream or a scoop of vanilla ice cream.

Garnish with a sprinkle of cinnamon or nutmeg.

Perfect Pairings

Food Pairings

Apple cider donuts
Cranberry sauce

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

Discover the story behind this recipe

Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

North America

Cultural Significance

Popular holiday dessert in the United States

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Festive Uses

Thanksgiving
Christmas

Occasion Tags

Thanksgiving
Christmas
Fall
Holidays
Party

Popularity Score

80/100