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Pumpkin Cinnamon Rolls: Indulge in Fall’s Sweetest Treat!

Pumpkin Cinnamon Rolls

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Delicious and fluffy pumpkin cinnamon rolls topped with a creamy glaze, perfect for fall.

Ingredients

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  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 cup pumpkin puree
  • 1/4 cup sugar
  • 1/4 cup milk
  • 1/4 cup butter, melted
  • 1 egg
  • 1 tablespoon active dry yeast
  • 1 teaspoon cinnamon
  • 1/2 teaspoon nutmeg
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 cup brown sugar
  • 1 tablespoon ground cinnamon (for filling)
  • 1 cup powdered sugar (for glaze)
  • 2 tablespoons cream cheese (for glaze)
  • 1 tablespoon vanilla extract (for glaze)

Instructions

  1. In a bowl, combine warm milk and yeast; let it sit for 5 minutes.
  2. Add pumpkin puree, melted butter, sugar, egg, and spices to the yeast mixture.
  3. Gradually add flour and salt, mixing until a dough forms.
  4. Knead the dough on a floured surface for about 5 minutes.
  5. Place the dough in a greased bowl, cover, and let it rise for 1 hour.
  6. Roll out the dough into a rectangle and spread with butter, brown sugar, and cinnamon.
  7. Roll the dough tightly and cut into rolls.
  8. Place rolls in a greased baking dish and let rise for another 30 minutes.
  9. Bake at 350°F (175°C) for 25-30 minutes until golden brown.
  10. For the glaze, mix powdered sugar, cream cheese, and vanilla until smooth; drizzle over warm rolls.

Notes

  • For a richer flavor, use brown butter in the glaze.
  • These rolls can be made ahead and frozen before baking.
  • Adjust the spices according to your taste preference.