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Irresistible Pumpkin Cinnamon Rolls Recipe with Cream Cheese Frosting

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Soft, fluffy pumpkin cinnamon rolls swirled with spiced cinnamon sugar and topped with silky cream cheese frosting—perfect for cozy fall mornings or holiday gatherings.

Ingredients

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  • 3 3/4 cups (470g) all-purpose flour
  • 1/4 cup (50g) granulated sugar
  • 2 1/4 teaspoons (1 packet) active dry yeast
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 cup (120ml) whole milk, warmed
  • 1/4 cup (60ml) unsalted butter, melted
  • 1/2 cup (120ml) pumpkin puree
  • 1 large egg
  • 1/2 cup (100g) brown sugar
  • 2 tablespoons ground cinnamon
  • 1/4 cup (60g) unsalted butter, softened
  • 4 ounces (113g) cream cheese, softened
  • 1/4 cup (60g) unsalted butter, softened
  • 1 cup (120g) powdered sugar
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Instructions

  1. Activate the Yeast: In a small bowl, combine the warm milk and yeast. Let it sit for 5-10 minutes until frothy.
  2. Make the Dough: In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, and salt. Add the yeast mixture, melted butter, pumpkin puree, and egg. Mix until a shaggy dough forms.
  3. Knead: Knead the dough for about 8-10 minutes, either by hand or using a stand mixer with a dough hook, until it’s smooth and elastic.
  4. First Rise: Place the dough in a lightly greased bowl, cover with plastic wrap or a kitchen towel, and let it rise in a warm area for 1-2 hours, or until doubled in size.
  5. Prepare the Filling: In a small bowl, mix the brown sugar and cinnamon. Set aside.
  6. Roll and Fill: Roll the dough out into a 16×12-inch rectangle. Spread the softened butter over the surface, then sprinkle evenly with the cinnamon sugar mixture.
  7. Shape the Rolls: Starting from the long edge, roll the dough tightly into a log. Cut into 12 equal pieces and place them in a greased baking dish.
  8. Second Rise: Cover the rolls with a towel and let them rise for another 30-45 minutes.
  9. Bake: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Bake the rolls for 25-30 minutes, or until golden brown.
  10. Prepare the Frosting: Beat the cream cheese and butter together until smooth. Add the powdered sugar and vanilla extract, mixing until creamy.
  11. Frost and Serve: Spread the frosting over the warm rolls and serve immediately.

Notes

[‘Make sure your milk is warm but not hot to avoid killing the yeast.’, ‘Softened butter spreads more easily for the filling.’, ‘Use dental floss for cleanly slicing rolls without squishing them.’, ‘If your kitchen is cold, let the dough rise near a warm oven or microwave.’]

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Keywords: Pumpkin Cinnamon Rolls, Fall Dessert, Cream Cheese Frosting, Holiday Brunch, Easy Baking Recipe

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