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Pumpkin Cinnamon Rolls

Deliciously soft and fluffy pumpkin cinnamon rolls topped with cream cheese frosting, perfect for autumn mornings.
Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 55 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Breakfast, Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 320

Ingredients
  

Dough
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour plus more for dusting
  • 1 cup canned pumpkin puree not pumpkin pie filling
  • 1/4 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 packet active dry yeast
  • 1/2 cup milk warm
  • 1/4 cup unsalted butter melted
  • 1 large egg
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
Filling
  • 1/2 cup brown sugar packed
  • 2 tablespoons ground cinnamon
  • 1/4 cup unsalted butter softened
Frosting
  • 4 oz cream cheese softened
  • 1/4 cup unsalted butter softened
  • 1 cup powdered sugar
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Method
 

Prepare the Dough
  1. In a mixing bowl, combine warm milk and yeast. Let it sit for 5 minutes until frothy.
  2. Add pumpkin puree, melted butter, sugar, egg, salt, cinnamon, nutmeg, and half of the flour. Mix well.
  3. Gradually add the remaining flour until a soft dough forms. Knead for about 5 minutes until smooth.
  4. Cover the bowl with a damp cloth and let the dough rise in a warm place for about 1 hour or until doubled in size.
Make the Filling
  1. In a small bowl, mix together brown sugar, cinnamon, and softened butter until well combined.
Roll and Cut
  1. Once the dough has risen, punch it down and roll it out on a floured surface into a rectangle about 1/4 inch thick.
  2. Spread the filling evenly over the dough, then roll it tightly from the long side.
  3. Cut the rolled dough into 1-inch thick slices and place them in a greased baking sheet.
  4. Cover and let them rise for another 30 minutes.
Bake the Rolls
  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Bake the rolls for 20-25 minutes until golden brown.
Prepare the Frosting
  1. In a bowl, beat together cream cheese, butter, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract until smooth.
Serve
  1. Once the rolls are baked, let them cool slightly before spreading the cream cheese frosting on top.
  2. Serve warm and enjoy!

Nutrition

Serving: 1rollCalories: 320kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 4gFat: 14gSaturated Fat: 8gFiber: 1gSugar: 15g

Notes

These rolls are best enjoyed fresh but can be stored in an airtight container for up to 2 days.

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