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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. Perfect for cozy mornings or festive gatherings, this recipe boasts a tender, pumpkin-infused dough swirled with a rich brown sugar and spice filling. Topped with a creamy brown butter frosting, these rolls are as easy to prepare as they are delicious. Make them ahead of time and bake fresh each morning, creating a cherished tradition that will fill your home with the irresistible aroma of cinnamon and pumpkin. Enjoy these sweet rolls as a comforting treat or serve them at your next brunch gathering—everyone will be asking for seconds!

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 1/4 – 3 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 yeast in a bowl until frothy.
  2. In another bowl, mix granulated sugar, browned butter, egg, dry milk powder, salt, pumpkin puree, and pumpkin pie spice. Add the activated yeast mixture.
  3. Gradually incorporate flour until a soft dough forms; knead until smooth.
  4. Cover and let the dough rise in a warm place until doubled in size (about 1 hour).
  5. Prepare the filling by mixing brown sugar, ground cinnamon, and pumpkin pie spice; add browned butter.
  6. Roll out the dough into a rectangle, spread with filling mixture, roll tightly, and slice into pieces.
  7. Place cut rolls in a greased baking dish; let rise briefly before baking at 350°F (175°C) for 25–30 minutes.
  8. While baking, whip together frosting ingredients until smooth; spread over warm rolls.

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