Description
Indulge in the warm, comforting flavors of Pumpkin Cinnamon Rolls, a delightful treat perfect for autumn and beyond. These soft, fluffy rolls feature a rich pumpkin filling infused with warm spices, enveloped in a light brioche dough. Topped with a luscious coffee maple cream cheese icing, these rolls are ideal for breakfast, brunch, or any special occasion. Their unique flavors and inviting aroma will make them a standout addition to your fall celebrations.
Ingredients
Scale
- 425g canned pumpkin puree
- 2 1/4 tsp active dry yeast
- 150g whole milk (lukewarm)
- 4 Tbsp brown sugar
- 565g all-purpose flour
- 2 eggs (lightly beaten)
- 120g unsalted butter (room temperature)
- 225g unsalted butter (for filling)
- 360g brown sugar (for filling)
- 165g cream cheese (for icing)
Instructions
- In a mixing bowl, combine lukewarm milk and yeast. Let sit for 5 minutes until frothy.
- Add pumpkin puree, brown sugar, eggs, vanilla bean paste, and butter; mix until well combined.
- In another bowl, whisk together flour, salt, cinnamon, and cardamom; gradually add to wet ingredients to form a sticky dough.
- Knead the dough on a floured surface for 5–7 minutes until smooth. Place in an oiled bowl and cover; let rise for about an hour or until doubled in size.
- For the filling: Blend softened butter with brown sugar, pumpkin puree, spices, and salt until creamy.
- Roll out risen dough into a rectangle and spread the filling evenly over it.
- Roll tightly from one edge and slice into equal pieces (about 12). Place cut-side up in a greased baking pan.
- Cover with plastic wrap; let rise for another 30 minutes.
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Bake rolls for 25–30 minutes or until golden brown.
- For icing: Beat cream cheese and butter until fluffy; gradually add powdered sugar then stir in maple syrup and espresso powder.
- Drizzle icing over slightly cooled rolls before serving.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 20g
- Sodium: 230mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 41g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 50mg