Pumpkin Spice Cinnamon Rolls with Cream Cheese Pumpkin Frosting Recipe
Pumpkin Spice Cinnamon Rolls are a delightful autumn treat combining the warm flavors of cinnamon, nutmeg, and pumpkin puree with soft, fluffy dough. Topped with a creamy pumpkin-spiced frosting, these rolls are perfect for breakfast or dessert during the fall season.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour 10 minutes
- Yield: 12 rolls
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Dough
- 1 cup milk
- 1 tablespoon dry yeast
- 3 tablespoons granulated sugar
- 2 cups self-rising flour
- 1 teaspoon cinnamon
- 1 teaspoon nutmeg
- 2 eggs
- ½ cup pumpkin puree
- 2 tablespoons brown sugar
- 1 stick melted butter (½ cup)
Filling
- ½ cup pumpkin puree (included in dough spreading)
- 2 tablespoons brown sugar
- 1 teaspoon cinnamon
- 1 teaspoon nutmeg
Frosting
- 4 oz cream cheese
- ¼ cup powdered sugar
- ¼ cup pumpkin puree
- 2 tablespoons milk
Instructions
- Proof Yeast: Warm the milk until lukewarm and dissolve the dry yeast and granulated sugar in it. Let it sit in a warm place for about 10 minutes until foamy to proof the yeast.
- Prepare Dough: Stir in the melted butter and eggs with a whisk until smooth. Gradually add the self-rising flour while mixing and knead on a floured surface for 2 to 3 minutes until a soft dough forms.
- Let Dough Rise: Place the dough back in a bowl, cover it, and let it rise in a warm place for at least 30 minutes until it doubles in size.
- Roll and Fill: Roll the risen dough out into a rectangle. Spread ½ cup pumpkin puree evenly over the surface. Mix brown sugar, cinnamon, and nutmeg in a small bowl and sprinkle evenly over the pumpkin layer.
- Form Rolls: Roll the dough tightly into a log and cut into 1-inch thick slices.
- Bake: Line a 13×9-inch pan with parchment paper and arrange the rolls inside. Bake in a preheated oven at 320°F for 20 minutes or until golden brown.
- Make Frosting: Whisk cream cheese, powdered sugar, pumpkin puree, and milk in a bowl until smooth and creamy. Adjust consistency by adding more milk if needed.
- Frost and Serve: Pour the frosting evenly over the warm cinnamon rolls, allow to set for 5 to 10 minutes, and sprinkle with a pinch of cinnamon before serving.
Notes
- Use self-rising flour or substitute with all-purpose flour plus baking powder.
- Ensure milk is just lukewarm to properly activate the yeast without killing it.
- Letting the dough rise adequately is key for soft and fluffy rolls.
- Slice rolls evenly to ensure uniform baking.
- Adjust frosting thickness by adding milk gradually to achieve desired spreadability.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container and reheat gently before serving.
