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Pumpkin Cinnamon Rolls

Pumpkin Cinnamon Rolls That Melt in Your Mouth

Delight in these Pumpkin Cinnamon Rolls, infused with warm spices and topped with a rich coffee maple cream cheese icing.
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Prep Time 1 hour
Cook Time 30 minutes
Rising Time 2 hours
Total Time 3 hours 30 minutes
Servings: 12 rolls
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Dough
  • 3-4 cups All-Purpose Flour Can substitute with bread flour for different texture
  • 2.25 teaspoons Active Dry Yeast Instant yeast can be used in equal amounts
  • 1 cup Milk Lukewarm for best results
  • 1/4 cup Sugar Brown sugar can deepen flavor
  • 1/4 cup Butter Unsalted preferred
  • 1 cup Reduced Pumpkin Puree Must be reduced for thicker consistency
  • 1 large Egg Room temperature is ideal
  • 1 teaspoon Salt Use Diamond Crystal kosher salt for best results
  • 1 teaspoon Ground Cinnamon Adjust spice levels to taste
  • 1 teaspoon Ground Cardamom Adjust spice levels to taste
For the Icing
  • 4 ounces Cream Cheese Can substitute with mascarpone
  • 1/4 cup Maple Syrup Honey can be used as an alternative
  • 1 tablespoon Brewed Coffee

Equipment

  • Mixing Bowl
  • baking dish
  • Rolling Pin
  • Oven
  • Hand mixer

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions for Pumpkin Cinnamon Rolls
  1. In a large mixing bowl, combine lukewarm milk, sugar, and active dry yeast. Let sit for 5-10 minutes until frothy.
  2. Stir in melted butter, egg, and pumpkin puree. Gradually fold in flour, cinnamon, and salt.
  3. Knead the dough for 8-10 minutes until smooth and elastic.
  4. Place the dough in a greased bowl and cover. Let it rise until doubled in size, about 1-2 hours.
  5. Mix softened butter, brown sugar, cinnamon, and cardamom for the filling.
  6. Roll the dough into a rectangle, spread filling, and roll into a log. Cut into 12 pieces.
  7. Arrange rolls in a greased baking dish and let rise again for 30-60 minutes.
  8. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and bake for 25-30 minutes.
  9. Prepare icing by mixing cream cheese, maple syrup, and brewed coffee.
  10. Drizzle icing over warm rolls after cooling for 10 minutes.

Nutrition

Serving: 1rollCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 35gProtein: 3gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 20mgSodium: 180mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 1gSugar: 10gVitamin A: 200IUVitamin C: 1mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Use lukewarm milk to activate yeast properly and reduce pumpkin puree to prevent sogginess.

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