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Pumpkin Cinnamon Rolls

Deliciously soft and fluffy cinnamon rolls infused with pumpkin and topped with cream cheese frosting.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 2 hours
Servings: 12 servings
Course: Breakfast, Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 320
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Dough
  • 4 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 cup pumpkin puree canned or fresh
  • 1/2 cup milk warm
  • 1/4 cup granulated sugar
  • 1/4 cup unsalted butter melted
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 packet active dry yeast
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
Filling
  • 1/2 cup brown sugar packed
  • 2 tablespoons ground cinnamon
  • 1/4 cup unsalted butter softened
Frosting
  • 8 ounces cream cheese softened
  • 1/4 cup unsalted butter softened
  • 2 cups powdered sugar
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Method
 

Prepare the Dough
  1. In a mixing bowl, combine warm milk, sugar, and yeast. Let it sit for 5 minutes until frothy.
  2. Add pumpkin puree, melted butter, eggs, salt, and cinnamon. Mix well.
  3. Gradually add flour, mixing until a soft dough forms. Knead for about 5 minutes until smooth.
  4. Place dough in a greased bowl, cover, and let rise in a warm place for 1 hour.
Make the Filling
  1. In a small bowl, mix brown sugar, cinnamon, and softened butter until well combined.
Roll and Bake
  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. Roll out the dough on a floured surface into a rectangle about 1/4 inch thick.
  3. Spread the filling evenly over the dough.
  4. Roll the dough tightly into a log and cut into 12 equal pieces.
  5. Place rolls in a greased baking sheet and let rise for another 30 minutes.
  6. Bake for 25 minutes or until golden brown.
Prepare the Frosting
  1. In a mixing bowl, beat together cream cheese, butter, powdered sugar, and vanilla until smooth.
Serve
  1. Spread frosting over warm cinnamon rolls and serve immediately.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 320kcalCarbohydrates: 50gProtein: 5gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 7gFiber: 2gSugar: 20g

Notes

These rolls are best enjoyed fresh but can be stored in an airtight container for up to 3 days.

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