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Pumpkin Cinnamon Rolls

These delicious pumpkin cinnamon rolls are fluffy, tender, and enriched with fall flavors, perfect for chilly days and gatherings.
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Prep Time 1 hour 30 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 2 hours
Course Dessert, Snack
Cuisine American, Fall
Servings 12 rolls
Calories 350 kcal

Ingredients
  

For the dough

  • 2 cups pumpkin puree
  • 1/2 cup warm milk
  • 1/4 cup granulated sugar
  • 1/4 cup brown sugar
  • 1/4 cup melted butter
  • 2 1/4 teaspoons active dry yeast
  • 4 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon cinnamon
  • 1/2 teaspoon nutmeg
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt

For the icing

  • 1 1/2 cups cream cheese
  • 1/2 cup maple syrup
  • 1 cup powdered sugar
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Instructions
 

Preparation

  • In a large bowl, combine warm milk, yeast, and granulated sugar. Let it sit for 5 minutes until bubbly.
  • Mix in pumpkin puree, melted butter, and spices. Gradually add flour and salt, kneading until the dough is smooth.
  • Allow the dough to rise for about 1 hour, or until doubled in size.

Cooking

  • Roll the dough out into a rectangle, spread with a mixture of brown sugar and additional pumpkin. Roll tightly and slice.
  • Place in a greased baking dish. Cover and let rise for another 30 minutes.
  • Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and bake for 25-30 minutes or until golden brown.
  • For the icing, beat together cream cheese, maple syrup, powdered sugar, and vanilla until smooth.
  • Drizzle icing over warm rolls before serving.

Notes

Make the dough ahead and refrigerate overnight for easy baking in the morning. Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 2 days.

Nutrition

Serving: 1gCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 50gProtein: 6gFat: 12gSodium: 240mgSugar: 18g
Keyword Baking Recipe, Cozy Treat, easy cinnamon rolls, Fall Dessert, Pumpkin Cinnamon Rolls
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