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Pumpkin Cinnamon Rolls Recipe

Pumpkin Cinnamon Rolls

Delight in these Pumpkin Cinnamon Rolls, a perfect blend of warm spices and rich pumpkin, topped with a creamy frosting for a sweet treat!
Prep Time 45 minutes
Cook Time 27 minutes
Total Time 3 hours 12 minutes
Course Cake
Cuisine American
Servings 12
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Ingredients
  

  • 2 1/4 teaspoons instant dry yeast (one standard American package)
  • 6 oz warm water (temperature around 115°F)
  • 50 grams granulated sugar (1/4 cup)
  • 2 tablespoons browned butter
  • 1 large egg (at room temperature)
  • 1 tablespoon dry milk powder
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 5.3 oz pure pumpkin puree (not pumpkin pie filling)
  • 1 tablespoon pumpkin pie spice
  • 406 grams all-purpose flour (3 1/4 cups)
  • 150 grams brown sugar (3/4 cup)
  • 1 1/2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
  • 1 1/2 teaspoons pumpkin pie spice
  • 3 oz browned butter (6 tablespoons)
  • 4 oz cream cheese (softened)
  • 2 oz browned butter (softened)
  • 1 tablespoon pure vanilla extract
  • 2 tablespoons heavy cream
  • 180 grams powdered sugar (1 1/2 cups)

Instructions
 

  • Begin by browning 15 tablespoons of butter, as you will need a total of 12 tablespoons of browned butter for this recipe. The remainder can be stored in the fridge overnight while the dough rises. Ensure to soften the butter before use.
  • For the dough, dissolve the yeast in warm water and let it sit for 5 minutes. Combine sugar, browned butter, egg, dry milk powder, salt, and pumpkin puree. Mix thoroughly.
  • Incorporate 3 1/4 cups of flour and pumpkin pie spice. Mix until combined, then use a dough hook to knead for 8 minutes. Add more flour if the dough is too sticky. The dough should be soft and slightly moist.
  • Preheat the oven to 200°F, then turn it off. This creates a warm environment for the dough to rise. Spray a large bowl with cooking spray and place the dough inside, covering with a clean kitchen towel. Let it rise in the warm oven.
  • After 45 minutes to 1 hour, check if the dough has doubled. Punch down the dough to release air bubbles and roll out on a floured surface into a 16x14 inch rectangle. Brush with melted browned butter, then sprinkle with a mixture of brown sugar, cinnamon, and pumpkin pie spice.
  • Roll the dough tightly and slice into 12 pieces. Arrange in a greased 9x13 inch baking dish. Cover with plastic wrap and refrigerate overnight or let rise until doubled (about 30 minutes), then bake.
  • Remove from the fridge and let rise at room temperature for 45 minutes. Preheat the oven to 350°F and bake for 22-27 minutes. The rolls are done when their internal temperature reaches 190°F.
  • For the frosting, beat cream cheese and browned butter until fluffy. Add vanilla extract, heavy cream, and powdered sugar, mixing at low speed initially, then at high speed for 4 minutes. Frost the warm rolls.
  • Store any leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days, though they are best enjoyed fresh.
Keyword Pumpkin