Description
These Fluffy and Soft Pumpkin Cinnamon Rolls combine the rich sweetness of pumpkin with warming spices, offering a delightful treat perfect for any autumn occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup canned pumpkin puree
- 2 1/4 teaspoons active dry yeast
- 1 cup warm milk (110°F)
- 1 large egg
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 1/2 cup brown sugar
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
- 1/4 teaspoon ground ginger
- 1 cup cream cheese (for frosting)
- 2 cups powdered sugar (for frosting)
- 1/4 cup milk (for frosting)
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract (for frosting)
Instructions
- Prepare the Dough: In a small bowl, combine warm milk and active dry yeast. Let it sit for about 5 minutes until bubbly. In a large mixing bowl, combine flour, sugar, salt, and spices.
- Mix the Wet Ingredients: In another bowl, whisk together the pumpkin puree, melted butter, and egg. Once the yeast activates, add this mixture to the dry ingredients, mixing until a shaggy dough forms.
- Knead the Dough: Transfer the dough to a floured surface and knead for about 6-8 minutes until smooth and elastic. Lightly oil a bowl and place the dough inside, covering it with a damp cloth. Allow it to rise in a warm area for at least an hour, or until doubled in size.
- Prepare the Filling: While your dough rises, mix brown sugar, cinnamon, and softened butter to create a spreadable filling.
- Roll Out the Dough: Once the dough has risen, punch it down and roll it out into a rectangle on a floured surface. Spread the filling evenly over the dough, leaving a small border around the edges.
- Form the Rolls: Starting from one long side, tightly roll the dough into a log. Slice into 12 equal pieces using a sharp knife or dental floss for clean cuts.
- Second Rise: Arrange the rolls in a greased baking dish, cover them, and allow them to rise for another 30-45 minutes.
- Bake: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Bake for 25-30 minutes, until golden brown and puffy.
- Prepare the Frosting: While the rolls are baking, blend cream cheese, powdered sugar, milk, and vanilla until smooth.
- Frost and Serve: Once the rolls have cooled slightly, generously drizzle the frosting over the warm rolls and serve immediately.
Notes
For a lighter option, replace half the all-purpose flour with whole wheat flour. For a dairy-free alternative, swap the butter for coconut oil and use almond or oat milk in place of dairy milk.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 roll
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 16g
- Sodium: 250mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
Keywords: pumpkin rolls, cinnamon rolls, autumn dessert, fall recipes, breakfast pastries