Libby’s Pumpkin Roll Recipe

Jul 28, 2025July 28, 20250 12
in Baking, Dessert, Snacks & Appetizers

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Ingredients

For the Pumpkin Cake:
3/4 cup all-purpose flour
1/2 tsp baking powder
1/2 tsp baking soda
1/4 tsp salt
1 tsp ground cinnamon
1/2 tsp ground nutmeg
1/2 tsp ground ginger
3 large eggs
1 cup granulated sugar
2/3 cup Libby’s 100% Pure Pumpkin
1 tsp vanilla extract
For the Cream Cheese Filling:
1 (8 oz) package cream cheese, softened
1 cup powdered sugar, sifted
6 tbsp unsalted butter, softened
1 tsp vanilla extract
Extras:
Powdered sugar for dusting
Parchment paper & clean kitchen towel

Nutrition Table (Per Slice – Makes 10)

Calories
270 kcal
Carbohydrates
36g
Sugars
26g
Protein
4g
Fats
12g
Saturated Fat
7g
Cholesterol
70mg
Fiber
1g
Sodium
210mg
Vitamin A
90% DV
Calcium
6% DV
Iron
5% DV

Tips from a Newlywed Baker

Pumpkin To Use
Use Libby’s canned pumpkin rather than using pumpkin pie filling.
Shape In Roll
For perfect, neat and clean shaping must chill before slicing the roll.
Best Taste
It tastes even better if you eat it the next day.

FAQs

Q: Can I freeze Libby’s Pumpkin Roll?
Yes, and for freezing it you need to wrap it tightly in plastic or a foil and freeze for up to 2 months.
Q: How do I keep it from cracking?
When you roll it gently while it’s warm. Use the kitchen towel to keep the shape.
Q: Can I use fresh pumpkin puree?
You can, and the fresh pumpkin puree should be very smooth and not watery while Libby’s gives consistent texture and taste.
What is Libby’s Pumpkin Roll? These Libby’s Pumpkin Rolls are a light, pumpkin-flavored spongy cake that is filled with sweet cream cheese frosting and rolled with a swirl of love....

Instructions

1.Step 1: Preheat & Prepare: First you need to preheat oven to 375°F (190°C) then take a 15x10-inch jelly roll pan with parchment paper. In the last grease and dust the roll pan lightly with flour or use baking spray.
2.Step 2: Make the Pumpkin Batter: Take a bowl, add the following ingredients and whisk them all flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, cinnamon, nutmeg, and ginger. Take another large bowl separately then add eggs and sugar, beat them until these get thick and pale. Now add the pumpkin and vanilla, and mix it until it gets smooth. In the end add in the dry ingredients until the all ingredients get combined.
3.Step 3: Baking: In this stage pour the batter into the prepared pan and spread the batter evenly then bake for 13-15 minutes, or until the top springs back on touching. Tip: Don’t overbake, it gets harden and crack when you roll it.
4.Step 4: Roll While Warm: You need to flip the cake instantly after baking on a clean kitchen towel, then dust it with powdered sugar and remove the parchment paper. Now you have to make rolls of these cakes and need to start from short end, roll the cake up in the towel as you roll jelly roll. Now set these aside to let these get cool and for the perfect roll shape.
5.Step 5: Make the Filling: Now at this stage beat the cream cheese, by adding powdered sugar, butter and vanilla until it gets smooth and fluffy.
6.Step 6: Filling & Re-Roll: Now the cake is cool so, you need to unroll it gently then spread the cream cheese evenly and then carefully make the roll again without the kitchen towel.
7.Step 7: Chill & Serve: In the last stage you need to wrap the roll in a plastic wrap then refrigerate it for 1 hour and before serving just slice it & dust it with powdered sugar.

What is Libby’s Pumpkin Roll?

These Libby’s Pumpkin Rolls are a light, pumpkin-flavored spongy cake that is filled with sweet cream cheese frosting and rolled with a swirl of love. These Pumpkin rolls are flavorful, wrapped in nostalgia, and moist that making them the most iconic dessert in the fall season.

My First Pumpkin Roll for My Love

It’s been two months since I got married, so today I decided to make soft, cinnamon-sprinkled Libby’s Pumpkin Rolls for my man, and I am just going to wear a cute apron I got as a gift on my wedding from Sassy. I am very happy and just hoping to impress my man without burning anything in the kitchen.

History of Libby’s Pumpkin Roll

The Libby’s Pumpkin Roll is a classic American dessert, and we should thank Libby’s canned pumpkin brand for introducing the richness of moist-textured pumpkin festively. Pumpkin Roll became famous on the occasions of Thanksgiving and fall gatherings.

Why You’ll Love This Pumpkin Roll

  • It is a moist pumpkin sponge cake with warm spices added.
  • It is a creamy, dreamy cream cheese-filled roll you’ll love to eat.
  • Libby’s pumpkin roll is a fancier dessert
  • You can enjoy eating it on holidays, date nights, or on a cozy weekend

Best Way to Enjoy

There are many ways to enjoy eating Libby’s Pumpkin Roll, but I prefer to enjoy it cold with whipped cream or a cup of spiced chai latte. I served it just after dinner, and my hubby enjoyed it a lot and couldn’t stop smiling.

Benefits Beyond the Brain

Other than warming the soul, there are many benefits of eating the pumpkin roll, as you will get Vitamin A from pumpkin, which is very good for eyesight, the immune system, and skin, and cinnamon helps in regulating the blood sugar.

Libby’s Pumpkin Roll Recipe is shared with us by one of our readers, Lisa from Independence City, who got married recently.

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