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Delicious Pumpkin Cinnamon Rolls on a Platter

Pumpkin Cinnamon Rolls – Easy Make‑Ahead Recipe for Fall Delight

  • Author: Eleanor
  • Total Time: 55 minutes (plus 1 hour 30 minutes rising time)
  • Yield: 12 cinnamon rolls 1x
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

These Pumpkin Cinnamon Rolls are a delightful fall treat that can be prepared ahead of time, allowing you to enjoy a warm, cinnamon-scented breakfast with minimal effort. Soft, fluffy rolls filled with a spiced pumpkin mixture and topped with a rich cream cheese frosting, they’re perfect for any occasion.

Ingredients

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  • 3 cups all-purpose flour
  • 2 tsp instant yeast
  • 1/2 cup warm milk
  • 1/2 cup pumpkin puree
  • 1/4 cup granulated sugar
  • 1/4 cup melted butter
  • 1 large egg
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 1/2 cup brown sugar
  • 2 tsp ground cinnamon
  • 1/2 tsp ground nutmeg
  • 2 tbsp melted butter
  • 1/4 cup pumpkin puree
  • 1/3 cup maple syrup
  • 2 tbsp melted butter
  • 1 tbsp powdered sugar
  • 4 oz cream cheese
  • softened
  • 2 tbsp powdered sugar
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract

Instructions

  1. In a large bowl, combine flour, instant yeast, warm milk, pumpkin puree, granulated sugar, melted butter, egg, and salt. Mix until a dough forms.
  2. Knead the dough on a floured surface for about 5 minutes until smooth. Place it in a greased bowl, cover with a towel, and let it rise for 1 hour or until doubled in size.
  3. In a separate bowl, mix brown sugar, cinnamon, nutmeg, melted butter, and pumpkin puree to create the filling.
  4. Once the dough has risen, roll it out into a rectangle. Spread the filling evenly over the dough and roll it tightly into a log.
  5. Slice the log into 1-inch pieces and place them in a greased baking dish. Cover and let them rise for an additional 30 minutes.
  6. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and bake the rolls for 25-30 minutes until golden brown.
  7. For the glaze, whisk together maple syrup, melted butter, and powdered sugar until smooth. Drizzle over warm rolls.
  8. For the cream cheese frosting, beat softened cream cheese, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract until creamy. Spread over cooled rolls before serving.

Notes

These rolls can be prepared the night before; simply assemble and refrigerate overnight before baking the next morning. Adjust the sweetness of the frosting to your taste.

  • Prep Time: 25 minutes
  • Cook Time: 30 minutes
  • Category: Breakfast
  • Method: baking
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 cinnamon roll
  • Calories: 340 kcal
  • Sugar: 18 g
  • Sodium: 230 mg
  • Fat: 12 g
  • Saturated Fat: 7 g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 4 g
  • Trans Fat: 0 g
  • Carbohydrates: 52 g
  • Fiber: 2 g
  • Protein: 6 g
  • Cholesterol: 42 mg

Keywords: Pumpkin Cinnamon Rolls, easy cinnamon rolls, make ahead cinnamon rolls, pumpkin recipes, fall desserts

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