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Pumpkin cinnamon rolls

Pumpkin Cinnamon Rolls

These Pumpkin Cinnamon Rolls are soft, flavorful, and easy to make. The dough is made with self-rising flour, pumpkin puree, and warm spices like cinnamon and nutmeg. Filled with a buttery cinnamon-sugar mixture, the rolls are baked until golden and topped with a smooth pumpkin cream cheese frosting. Perfect for a cozy fall treat!
Prep Time 30 minutes
Rest Time 40 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 10 minutes
Course Snack
Cuisine American
Servings 18 small rolls

Ingredients
  

  • 2 cups self-rising flour
  • 1 cup milk
  • 2 eggs
  • 1 tbsp dry yeast
  • 1/2 cup pumpkin puree
  • 1 tsp nutmeg
  • 1 tsp cinnamon
  • 1 stick melted butter
  • 2 tbsp brown sugar
  • 3 tbsp granulated sugar

Frosting

  • 1/4 cup pumpkin puree
  • 4 oz cream cheese (half pack of 8 oz Philadelphia cheese)
  • 2 tbsp milk
  • 1/4 cup powdered sugar

Instructions
 

  • Preheat the oven to 320°F (160°C). Warm the milk until it's lukewarm, not too hot. Combine it with dry yeast and granulated sugar, stirring until dissolved.
  • Set the mixture aside in a warm place to proof for about 10 minutes. Add melted butter and eggs, then gently whisk until smooth.
  • Gradually add flour to the batter, kneading it to form a dough. Lightly dust your work surface with flour and knead the dough for about 2-3 minutes. Place it back in the bowl, cover, and let it rise in a warm place for at least 30 minutes.
  • Once the dough is ready, roll it out with a rolling pin into a rectangular, flat shape. Spread the pumpkin puree evenly across the surface.
  • In a small bowl, mix the cane sugar, cinnamon, and nutmeg. Sprinkle the mixture evenly over the rolled-out dough.
  • Carefully roll the dough into a log, then slice it into 1-inch thick rolls.
  • Line a 13x9 inch pan with parchment paper and arrange the sliced rolls on it. Bake for about 20 minutes, or until they turn golden brown.

Frosting

  • In a small bowl, whisk together the cream cheese, powdered sugar, and pumpkin puree until smooth. If the consistency is too thick, add 1 tablespoon of water and mix until well combined.
  • Pour the mixture evenly over the freshly baked rolls and let it set for 5-10 minutes. Serve with a sprinkle of cinnamon on top.
Keyword Cinnamon Rolls, Pumpkin, Sweet
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