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Pumpkin Cinnamon Rolls

Pumpkin Cinnamon Rolls

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Indulge in the warmth of fall with these delightful Pumpkin Cinnamon Rolls, a perfect blend of sweet and spicy flavors that are sure to brighten your chilly mornings. These fluffy rolls feature a delicious pumpkin dough swirled with a rich brown sugar filling and topped with a creamy brown butter cream cheese frosting. Ideal for busy weekdays or leisurely weekend brunches, this recipe is easy to follow and can be made ahead of time for ultimate convenience. Once you try these aromatic rolls, they will surely become a cherished favorite for any occasion.

Ingredients

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  • 2 1/4 Teaspoons Instant Dry Yeast (1 Standard American Package)
  • 6oz (3/4 Cup) Warm Water
  • 50 Grams (1/4 Cup) Granulated Sugar
  • 2 Tablespoons Butter, browned
  • 1 Large Egg, at room temperature
  • 1 Tablespoon Dry Milk Powder
  • 1 Teaspoon Salt
  • 5.3oz (2/3 Cup) Pure Pumpkin Puree
  • 1 Tablespoon Pumpkin Pie Spice
  • 406 Grams– 468 Grams (3 1/43 3/4 Cup) All-Purpose Flour
  • 150 Grams (3/4 Cup) Brown Sugar
  • 1 1/2 Teaspoon Ground Cinnamon
  • 1 1/2 Teaspoon Pumpkin Pie Spice
  • 3oz (6 Tablespoons) Butter, browned
  • 4oz Cream Cheese, softened to room temperature
  • 2oz (1/4 Cup) Browned Butter, softened to room temperature
  • 1 Tablespoon Pure Vanilla Extract
  • 2 Tablespoons Heavy Cream
  • 180 Grams (1 1/2 Cups) Confectioners Sugar

Instructions

  1. Activate the yeast by combining warm water and sugar in a bowl, then sprinkle yeast on top. Let sit until frothy.
  2. Mix browned butter, egg, dry milk powder, salt, pumpkin puree, pumpkin pie spice, and activated yeast in a large bowl. Gradually add flour to form a soft dough and knead until smooth.
  3. Allow the dough to rise in a greased bowl until doubled in size (about an hour).
  4. Prepare the filling by mixing brown sugar, cinnamon, and pumpkin pie spice.
  5. Roll out the dough into a rectangle, spread browned butter on top, sprinkle with filling, roll tightly, and slice into pieces.
  6. Place cut rolls in a greased baking dish and let rise again until puffy (about one hour).
  7. Bake at 350°F (175°C) until golden brown (about 27 minutes). Cool slightly before frosting.

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