Description
Scrumptious pumpkin cinnamon rolls blend autumn spices with sweet, pillowy dough for a comforting breakfast treat. Warm kitchen aromas and rich flavors will welcome you to savor each delightful bite.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 large egg
- 1/2 cup warm milk (about 110°F or 43°C)
- 2 1/4 tsp (1 packet) active dry yeast
- 1/2 cup pumpkin puree
- 3 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1 tsp ground cinnamon
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp ground nutmeg
- 1/4 tsp ground ginger
Instructions
- Activate the yeast by combining warm milk, yeast, and a hint of sugar in a small container. Allow the mixture to become foamy for 5-10 minutes.
- Create the dough base by blending the remaining sugar, pumpkin puree, melted butter, egg, and activated yeast mixture until uniformly smooth.
- Incorporate flour, salt, and warm spices (cinnamon, nutmeg, ginger) to develop a soft, pliable dough consistency.
- Knead the dough thoroughly on a lightly floured surface for 8-10 minutes until achieving a smooth, elastic texture. Transfer to a greased bowl and let rise in a warm environment for approximately 1 hour, or until volume doubles.
- Craft the filling by thoroughly mixing softened butter, brown sugar, and aromatic spices (cinnamon, nutmeg, cloves) into a cohesive blend.
- Gently roll the risen dough into a rectangular shape measuring 12×18 inches on a floured workspace.
- Distribute the prepared filling evenly across the dough’s surface, ensuring complete coverage.
- Tightly roll the dough from the lengthy side, creating a compact log. Slice into 12 uniform sections and arrange in a greased 9×13-inch baking dish.
- Allow the rolls to undergo a secondary rise for 30 minutes, covered.
- Heat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Bake the rolls for 25-30 minutes until achieving a rich golden-brown coloration.
- Simultaneously prepare the frosting by whipping cream cheese, softened butter, powdered sugar, vanilla extract, and a delicate salt pinch until achieving a smooth, creamy consistency.
- Generously spread the cream cheese frosting over the warm rolls immediately after baking. Serve and savor the delightful treat.
Notes
- Activate your yeast carefully by using warm (not hot) milk to ensure proper rising and prevent killing the yeast.
- Choose fresh pumpkin puree for a more vibrant, natural flavor that elevates the entire roll’s taste profile.
- Knead the dough thoroughly to develop gluten, which creates those beautifully soft and stretchy cinnamon rolls.
- For gluten-free variations, substitute all-purpose flour with a high-quality gluten-free blend and add xanthan gum for better texture.
- Prep Time: 2 hours
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Breakfast, Snacks, Desserts
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 12
- Calories: 180 kcal
- Sugar: 7 g
- Sodium: 150 mg
- Fat: 5 g
- Saturated Fat: 3 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 28 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 5 g
- Cholesterol: 30 mg