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A close-up of golden-brown pumpkin cinnamon rolls glazed with creamy icing, arranged on a rustic wooden board with autumn leaves in the background, showcasing the soft, fluffy texture and rich cinnamon swirl.

Easy Pumpkin Cinnamon Rolls for Breakfast or Dessert

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Soft, fluffy pumpkin cinnamon rolls with a sweet cinnamon filling and a creamy glaze, ideal for making ahead or savoring fresh right out of the oven.

  • Total Time: 2 hours
  • Yield: 12 rolls 1x

Ingredients

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  • 2 ½ cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 packet (2 ¼ tsp) active dry yeast
  • ½ cup warm milk
  • ¼ cup granulated sugar
  • ¼ cup unsalted butter, melted
  • 1 cup canned pumpkin puree
  • 1 large egg
  • 1 tsp ground cinnamon
  • ½ tsp salt

Instructions

  1. In a large bowl, combine warm milk, yeast, and a teaspoon of sugar. Let sit until frothy, about 5 minutes.
  2. Add pumpkin, melted butter, egg, remaining sugar, cinnamon, and salt. Mix well.
  3. Gradually add flour, mixing until a soft dough forms. Knead for 5 minutes until smooth.
  4. Place dough in a greased bowl, cover, and let rise until doubled, about 1 hour.
  5. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Roll out dough into a rectangle.
  6. Spread cinnamon mixture evenly over dough, then roll tightly into a log.
  7. Cut into 1-inch slices and place in a greased baking dish.
  8. Bake for 25-30 minutes until golden brown. Drizzle with icing before serving.

Notes

  • To make ahead, prepare rolls and refrigerate overnight, then bake fresh in the morning.
  • Prep Time: 20 mins
  • Cook Time: 30 mins
  • Method: Yeast dough, baking
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 roll
  • Calories: 220 Kcal
  • Sugar: 12g
  • Sodium: 150mg
  • Fat: 8g
  • Saturated Fat: 4g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 4g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 34g
  • Fiber: 1g
  • Protein: 4g
  • Cholesterol: 15mg