Pumpkin Cinnamon Rolls are a delightful fall treat that combines the warm flavors of pumpkin and cinnamon in a soft, fluffy roll, perfect for breakfast or dessert.
Author:Ghalina
Prep Time:20 minutes
Cook Time:30 minutes
Total Time:1 hour 50 minutes
Yield:12 rolls 1x
Category:Dessert
Method:Baking
Cuisine:American
Diet:Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
2 cups all-purpose flour
1/2 cup pumpkin puree
1/4 cup sugar
1/4 cup milk
1/4 cup butter, melted
1 egg
1 tablespoon active dry yeast
1 teaspoon cinnamon
1/2 teaspoon nutmeg
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/2 cup brown sugar
1 tablespoon ground cinnamon (for filling)
1/2 cup cream cheese (for frosting)
1 cup powdered sugar (for frosting)
1 tablespoon vanilla extract (for frosting)
Instructions
In a bowl, combine warm milk and yeast, let it sit for 5 minutes.
In a large mixing bowl, combine flour, sugar, salt, cinnamon, and nutmeg.
Add pumpkin puree, melted butter, egg, and the yeast mixture to the dry ingredients. Mix until a dough forms.
Knead the dough on a floured surface for about 5 minutes until smooth.
Place the dough in a greased bowl, cover, and let it rise for 1 hour or until doubled in size.
Roll out the dough into a rectangle, spread melted butter, and sprinkle brown sugar and cinnamon on top.
Roll the dough tightly and cut into 12 equal pieces.
Place the rolls in a greased baking dish and let them rise for another 30 minutes.
Bake in a preheated oven at 350°F (175°C) for 25-30 minutes until golden brown.
While baking, prepare the frosting by mixing cream cheese, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract until smooth.
Once the rolls are baked, let them cool slightly and spread the frosting on top before serving.
Notes
For a richer flavor, use brown butter instead of melted butter.
These rolls can be made ahead and frozen before baking.
Adjust the sweetness of the frosting according to your preference.