Description
Delicious pumpkin cinnamon rolls bring autumn comfort straight from scratch. Warm spices and creamy glaze invite bakers to create memorable breakfast moments that delight family and friends.
Ingredients
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Main Ingredients:
- 3 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup pumpkin puree
- 2 1/4 teaspoons (1 packet) active dry yeast
- 2 large eggs
Spices and Sweeteners:
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup brown sugar
- 2 tablespoons ground cinnamon
- 1 tablespoon pumpkin pie spice
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
Liquid and Dairy Ingredients:
- 1/2 cup milk
- 1/3 cup butter
- 4 ounces cream cheese
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
- Dissolve yeast in lukewarm milk, allowing it to foam and activate for 5-7 minutes, creating a bubbly liquid base.
- In a large mixing bowl, blend flour, sugar, pumpkin puree, egg, melted butter, salt, and pumpkin pie spice into a cohesive, soft dough using a stand mixer or hands.
- Transfer dough to a greased bowl, cover with a damp cloth, and let it rise in a warm environment for approximately 1 hour until it doubles in volume.
- Punch down the risen dough and roll it out on a floured surface into a rectangular shape, approximately 1/4 inch thick.
- Spread softened butter evenly across the dough’s surface, then generously sprinkle a mixture of ground cinnamon and brown sugar.
- Carefully roll the dough from the long edge, creating a tight cylinder, then slice into 1-2 inch thick rounds using a sharp knife.
- Arrange the rolls in a greased baking dish, leaving slight space between each piece, and allow them to rise for an additional 30 minutes.
- Preheat oven to 350F (175C), then bake the rolls for 25-30 minutes until they turn golden brown and emit a fragrant aroma.
- While rolls are still warm, drizzle cream cheese glaze over the top, ensuring even coverage for maximum flavor.
Notes
- Use precisely warm milk (110-115°F) to activate yeast perfectly without killing it.
- Replace regular flour with gluten-free blend for celiac-friendly version, adding xanthan gum for better texture.
- Reduce sugar content by substituting with monk fruit sweetener for low-carb dietary needs.
- Add chopped pecans or walnuts inside filling for extra crunch and nutty flavor dimension.
- Prep Time: 2 hours 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Breakfast, Snacks, Desserts
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 12
- Calories: 280 kcal
- Sugar: 18 g
- Sodium: 220 mg
- Fat: 10 g
- Saturated Fat: 5 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4 g
- Trans Fat: 0.2 g
- Carbohydrates: 40 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 5 g
- Cholesterol: 40 mg