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Pumpkin Cinnamon Rolls

Pumpkin Cinnamon Rolls that Melt in Your Mouth Every Time

Delightful Pumpkin Cinnamon Rolls with a rich flavor and creamy icing, perfect for any autumn gathering.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Rising Time 2 hours
Total Time 3 hours
Servings: 12 rolls
Course: Breakfast
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Dough
  • 4 cups All-Purpose Flour Can substitute with bread flour
  • 1 cup Reduced Pumpkin Puree Skip reduction for texture change
  • 2 tsps Instant Yeast Can substitute with active dry yeast
  • 1 cup Milk Use lukewarm for best results
  • 1/2 cup Butter Use unsalted for better flavor control
For the Filling
  • 1/2 cup Brown Sugar Can substitute with granulated sugar
For the Icing
  • 8 oz Cream Cheese Light cream cheese can be used
  • 2 cups Powdered Sugar Use coconut sugar for an alternative
  • 1/4 cup Maple Syrup Agave syrup can be used if needed
  • 1 tbsp Espresso Powder Optional, can substitute with instant coffee

Equipment

  • Mixing Bowl
  • Saucepan
  • greased bowl
  • Rolling Pin
  • Baking dish
  • handheld mixer

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Prepare Reduced Pumpkin: Cook reduced pumpkin puree over medium heat for 3-4 minutes until it thickens and moisture evaporates. Allow it to cool.
  2. Make Dough: Combine all-purpose flour, instant yeast, lukewarm milk, eggs, and cooled reduced pumpkin puree. Knead until smooth and elastic.
  3. Roll and Fill: Roll dough into a rectangle, spread softened butter, sprinkle brown sugar, roll tightly, and slice into rolls.
  4. First Rise: Arrange cut rolls in a buttered baking dish and allow to rise in a warm spot until puffy and almost doubled in size, about 1-2 hours.
  5. Bake: Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and bake rolls for 25-30 minutes until golden brown.
  6. Prepare Icing: Mix cream cheese, powdered sugar, maple syrup, and optional espresso powder until smooth and creamy.
  7. Cool and Frost: Cool rolls for 10 minutes, then spread icing generously over each roll.

Nutrition

Serving: 1rollCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 34gProtein: 4gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 7gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 200mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 2gSugar: 15gVitamin A: 300IUVitamin C: 1mgCalcium: 30mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Store leftovers in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days or refrigerate for longer storage.

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