Puff pastry roll with pumpkin (pumpkin pie)
6 servings
60 minutes
Pumpkin roll is a fragrant and tender dessert that combines the rich flavor of pumpkin, the crunchy texture of nuts, and a spicy hint of cinnamon. This dish has European roots where sweet pies and puff pastry rolls with fruit and vegetable fillings are valued for their versatility and rich taste. Baked pumpkin adds juiciness to the filling, nuts provide a light crunch, and cinnamon gives a warm and cozy aroma. The puff pastry makes the roll airy and flaky, ensuring a perfect combination of textures. This dessert pairs excellently with tea or coffee, and its soft sweetness does not overwhelm the taste while remaining balanced. Pumpkin roll is a wonderful option for autumn baking that delights with its rich flavor and pleasant texture.
1
Cut the pumpkin into large pieces and boil it in salted water without overcooking. Once the pumpkin has cooled, grate it using a coarse grater.
- Pumpkin: 800 g
- Sugar: 150 g
2
We lightly roast the walnuts and chop them.
- Walnuts: 150 g
3
We add sugar, nuts, softened butter, cinnamon to it and mix well.
- Sugar: 150 g
- Walnuts: 150 g
- Butter: 100 g
- Cinnamon: 1 teaspoon
4
Roll out the puff pastry into a wide rectangle, place the filling at the edge, and roll it tightly into a log. Brush it with oil, place it on a baking sheet, and bake in the oven at 180°C for 30-35 minutes.
- Puff pastry: 1 piece
- Butter: 100 g
