Description
Fluffy pumpkin-spiced rolls filled with a buttery cinnamon and brown sugar mixture, baked to golden perfection and finished with a sweet maple glaze. These cozy pumpkin cinnamon rolls are the ultimate fall treat, perfect for brunch or holiday gatherings.
Ingredients
Dough
- 3 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tbsp active dry yeast
- ½ cup warm milk (about 110°F/43°C)
- ½ cup pumpkin puree
- ¼ cup granulated sugar
- 1 large egg
- ¼ cup unsalted butter, melted
- 1 tsp ground cinnamon
Filling
- ½ cup brown sugar, packed
- 1 tbsp ground cinnamon
- ¼ cup unsalted butter, softened
Glaze
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 2 tbsp pure maple syrup
Instructions
- Activate Yeast: In a large mixing bowl, combine the warm milk, active dry yeast, granulated sugar, and pumpkin puree. Stir gently and let sit for 5 minutes until it becomes foamy, indicating the yeast is activated.
- Make Dough: Add the flour, beaten egg, melted butter, and cinnamon to the yeast mixture. Knead the dough for about 8 minutes either by hand on a floured surface or using a stand mixer fitted with a dough hook, until the dough is smooth and elastic.
- First Rise: Place the dough in a lightly oiled bowl, cover with a clean kitchen towel or plastic wrap, and let it rise in a warm place for 1 hour or until doubled in size.
- Prepare Filling and Roll: In a small bowl, mix together the brown sugar and cinnamon. Roll the risen dough out on a lightly floured surface into a large rectangle about 12×16 inches. Spread the softened butter evenly over the dough, then sprinkle the cinnamon-sugar mixture on top.
- Shape Rolls: Starting from the long edge, tightly roll the dough into a log. Cut the log into 12 equal slices using a sharp knife or dental floss.
- Second Rise: Arrange the rolls in a greased baking dish or on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper. Cover loosely and let rise for another 20-30 minutes until puffy.
- Bake: Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Bake the rolls for 25 to 30 minutes until golden brown and cooked through.
- Make Glaze and Serve: While the rolls are still warm, whisk together the powdered sugar and maple syrup to make the glaze. Drizzle generously over the warm cinnamon rolls and serve immediately.
Notes
- Sprinkle chopped pecans over the cinnamon sugar filling before rolling for added texture and flavor.
- These pumpkin cinnamon rolls are perfect for a cozy brunch or holiday breakfast treat.
- Use fresh pumpkin puree, not pumpkin pie filling, for best results.
- Ensure milk is warm, not hot, to avoid killing the yeast.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Breakfast, Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
