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Soft Pumpkin Cinnamon Rolls

Soft Pumpkin Cinnamon Rolls to Warm Your Fall Mornings

These soft pumpkin cinnamon rolls are a cozy breakfast treat that encapsulates the essence of fall.
Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Resting Time 30 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 30 minutes
Servings: 9 rolls
Course: Breakfast
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350

Ingredients
  

For the Dough
  • 1 cup whole milk Warm to 105°F-110°F
  • 2 ¼ teaspoons active dry yeast Fresh
  • ½ cup butter (melted)
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract Pure
  • 1 large egg Room temperature
  • 1 cup pumpkin puree Canned or fresh
  • 4 cups all-purpose flour Avoid whole wheat
  • ¼ cup granulated sugar Feel free to reduce
  • ¼ cup brown sugar Light or dark
  • 2 teaspoons pumpkin pie spice Cinnamon and nutmeg blend can be used
  • 1 teaspoon salt
For the Filling
  • ½ cup butter (softened)
  • ½ cup brown sugar Coconut sugar is a good alternative
  • 2 teaspoons cinnamon
For the Topping
  • ½ cup heavy cream
  • 8 ounces cream cheese Room temperature
  • ½ cup maple syrup Can swap with agave or honey
  • 2 cups powdered sugar
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla bean paste Or vanilla extract

Equipment

  • Mixing Bowl
  • Saucepan
  • baking pan
  • Whisk
  • Rolling Pin
  • Knife

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Warm 1 cup of whole milk to between 105°F and 110°F, sprinkle 2 ¼ teaspoons of active dry yeast and 1 tablespoon of granulated sugar into it, let bloom for about 5 minutes.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, combine 4 cups of all-purpose flour, ¼ cup of granulated sugar, ¼ cup of brown sugar, 2 teaspoons of pumpkin pie spice, and 1 teaspoon of salt.
  3. Add the warm milk mixture, ½ cup of melted butter, 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract, 1 large room-temperature egg, and 1 cup of pumpkin puree to the dry ingredients, mix until combined, knead for 5-7 minutes.
  4. To prepare the filling, combine ½ cup of softened butter, ½ cup of brown sugar, and 2 teaspoons of cinnamon in a bowl, mix until smooth.
  5. Roll the dough into a rectangle about 14.5 x 12 inches, spread the filling evenly, and roll into a log shape.
  6. Slice the log into 9 even pieces and arrange them in a greased 9x13-inch baking pan.
  7. Preheat your oven to 350°F, allow rolls to rise for about 15-20 minutes, then pour ½ cup of heavy cream over them, and bake for 25-30 minutes until golden brown.
  8. Prepare the maple cream cheese frosting by whisking together 8 ounces of cream cheese, ¼ cup of softened butter, ½ cup of maple syrup, 2 cups of powdered sugar, and 1 teaspoon of vanilla bean paste.
  9. Once baked, let the rolls cool for a few minutes, frost with the creamy topping, cut into servings, and enjoy.

Nutrition

Serving: 1rollCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 50gProtein: 5gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 9gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 40mgSodium: 300mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 2gSugar: 18gVitamin A: 10IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 4mgIron: 8mg

Notes

Store in an airtight container for up to 5 days. Freeze wrapped tightly for up to 3 months.

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