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Soft Pumpkin Cinnamon Rolls

Soft Pumpkin Cinnamon Rolls That Melt in Your Mouth

A delicious recipe for Soft Pumpkin Cinnamon Rolls that captures the cozy essence of autumn in every bite.
Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Rising Time 1 hour 30 minutes
Total Time 2 hours 25 minutes
Servings: 12 rolls
Course: Breakfast
Cuisine: American
Calories: 300

Ingredients
  

For the Dough
  • 1 cup Warm Milk Dairy-free milk can be used.
  • 2 teaspoons Active Dry Yeast Ensure it’s fresh.
  • 2 tablespoons Granulated Sugar Substitute with coconut sugar for a lower GI option.
  • 1 cup Pumpkin Puree Can be replaced with butternut squash puree.
  • 1 large Egg Use a flax egg for a vegan version.
  • 4 tablespoons Unsalted Butter Melted, swap with coconut oil for dairy-free.
  • 4 cups All-Purpose Flour Whole wheat flour can be used for added nutrition.
  • 1 teaspoon Salt Do not substitute.
  • 1 tablespoon Ground Cinnamon Increase quantity for more flavor.
  • 1 teaspoon Nutmeg Optional but recommended.
For the Filling
  • 1/2 cup Unsalted Butter Softened.
  • 1/2 cup Brown Sugar Light or dark works well.
  • 1 tablespoon Ground Cinnamon For flavor.
  • 1 teaspoon Pumpkin Pie Spice Substitute with a mix of cinnamon and nutmeg if needed.
For the Frosting
  • 8 ounces Cream Cheese Softened.
  • 4 tablespoons Unsalted Butter Softened.
  • 1 cup Powdered Sugar For sweetness.
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract Or almond extract for a different twist.
  • 2 tablespoons Maple Syrup Can replace with agave syrup or honey.

Equipment

  • Mixing bowl
  • Electric mixer
  • baking dish
  • Rolling Pin

Method
 

Preparation Steps
  1. In a small bowl, combine warm milk, active dry yeast, and granulated sugar. Stir and let sit for about 5 minutes until frothy.
  2. In a mixing bowl, whisk together pumpkin puree, remaining sugar, egg, and melted butter. Slowly add flour, salt, and activated yeast mixture; stir until sticky dough forms.
  3. Knead the dough on a floured surface for about 8-10 minutes until smooth and elastic.
  4. Place dough in a greased bowl, cover with a towel, and let it rise in a warm place for about 1 hour.
  5. Mix together softened butter, brown sugar, cinnamon, and pumpkin pie spice to create the filling.
  6. Once dough has risen, punch it down and roll it out to a rectangle of about 16x12 inches.
  7. Spread the filling evenly over the rolled dough, leaving a small border.
  8. Roll tightly into a log, seal the seam, and slice into 12 equal pieces.
  9. Transfer to a greased baking dish and let rise again for 30 minutes.
  10. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) while rolls are rising.
  11. Bake for 20-25 minutes until golden brown.
  12. Beat together cream cheese and butter, then gradually add powdered sugar, vanilla, and maple syrup for frosting.
  13. Allow rolls to cool slightly before generously frosting them.

Nutrition

Serving: 1rollCalories: 300kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 4gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 7gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 200mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 2gSugar: 15gVitamin A: 1000IUVitamin C: 1mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Ensure you use fresh ingredients for the best results and allow rolls to cool slightly before frosting to avoid melting.

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