Easy Pumpkin Cinnamon Rolls are a perfect blend of soft, fluffy dough and rich, spiced filling, making them the ultimate fall breakfast treat. These rolls feature a light and airy pumpkin-infused dough filled with a cinnamon-brown sugar filling that bakes into a gooey, delicious swirl. Topped with a sweet vanilla glaze, they're the perfect indulgence for cozy fall mornings.
INGREDIENTS- All-purpose flour: 2 ¾ cups
- Granulated sugar: ¼ cup
- Active dry yeast: 2 ¼ teaspoons
- Salt: ½ teaspoon
- Pumpkin puree: ½ cup
- Milk: ½ cup, warm
- Unsalted butter: ¼ cup, melted
- Egg: 1 large
- Cinnamon: 1 teaspoon
- Nutmeg: ¼ teaspoon
- Brown sugar: ½ cup, for the filling
- Butter: 2 tablespoons, softened, for the filling
- Cinnamon: 1 tablespoon, for the filling
- Powdered sugar: 1 cup, for the glaze
- Milk: 1-2 tablespoons, for the glaze
- Vanilla extract: ½ teaspoon, for the glaze
- Step 1:
- In a large bowl, mix together the flour, sugar, yeast, and salt.
- Step 2:
- In another bowl, combine the warm milk, melted butter, egg, and pumpkin puree until smooth.
- Step 3:
- Add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients and stir until a soft dough forms.
- Step 4:
- Knead the dough on a floured surface for about 5 minutes until smooth, then cover and let it rise in a warm place for 1 hour or until doubled in size.
- Step 5:
- Roll the dough out into a rectangle. Spread the softened butter over the surface, then sprinkle the brown sugar and cinnamon evenly on top.
- Step 6:
- Roll up the dough tightly, starting from the long edge, and slice it into rolls.
- Step 7:
- Place the rolls into a greased baking dish, cover, and let them rise for another 30 minutes.
- Step 8:
- Preheat the oven to 350°F and bake the rolls for 20-25 minutes or until golden brown.
- Step 9:
- Whisk together the glaze ingredients and drizzle the glaze over the warm rolls before serving.
- For added flavor and texture, try adding chopped nuts or raisins to the filling.
- These rolls can be made ahead and reheated for a quick breakfast treat.
- Letting the dough rise in a warm place is key to ensuring soft and fluffy rolls.
- For a richer glaze, you can substitute the milk with heavy cream or use cream cheese in the frosting.
Tips from Well-Known Chefs
- Chef's Tip: For extra gooey rolls, pour a little melted butter over the rolls right before baking.
Can I make these cinnamon rolls ahead of time?
Yes, you can prepare the rolls the night before, refrigerate them, and bake them in the morning.
How do I store leftover rolls?
Store them in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days or refrigerate for up to a week.
Can I freeze these cinnamon rolls?
Yes, you can freeze the unbaked rolls and thaw them in the fridge overnight before baking.
If you enjoy this recipe, you may also like Pumpkin Cake Pops.
