Description
Pumpkin Butter Cinnamon Rolls are the ultimate fall baking indulgence. Fluffy, golden rolls swirled with a rich spiced pumpkin butter filling and topped with silky brown sugar frosting make for a cozy, irresistible treat. Perfect for breakfast, brunch, or dessert, they’re sure to bring warmth and joy to your autumn table.
Ingredients
For the Dough:
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1/4 cup unsalted butter
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1 cup buttermilk
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2 1/4 tsp instant yeast (1 packet)
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1/2 cup granulated sugar
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3/4 tsp salt
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1 1/2 tsp vanilla extract
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3 eggs, room temperature
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4 to 4 1/2 cups all-purpose flour (plus more for rolling)
For the Filling:
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5 tbsp unsalted butter, softened
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1/2 to 2/3 cup pumpkin butter
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2/3 cup granulated sugar
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1 tbsp ground cinnamon
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1/4 tsp nutmeg
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1/4 tsp cloves
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1/4 tsp allspice
For the Brown Sugar Frosting:
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1/4 cup unsalted butter
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2 tbsp maple syrup
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3 tbsp milk
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1/2 cup brown sugar
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1 1/2 cups powdered sugar
Instructions
Make the Dough:
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Warm butter and buttermilk to 112–115°F. Pour into a stand mixer bowl. Sprinkle yeast and sugar on top; let sit 5 minutes.
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Add salt, vanilla, and eggs. Mix with paddle attachment until blended.
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Switch to dough hook. Add 4 cups flour and knead 5 minutes. Add up to 1/2 cup more flour if needed.
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Transfer to a greased bowl, cover, and let rise in a warm place for 30–60 minutes, until doubled.
Assemble the Rolls:
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Roll dough into a 16×12-inch rectangle on a floured surface.
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Spread softened butter and pumpkin butter evenly.
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Mix sugar with cinnamon, nutmeg, cloves, and allspice. Sprinkle over filling.
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Roll up tightly from the long edge. Slice into 12 rolls.
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Place in greased 9×13 dish, cover, and let rise for another 30–45 minutes.
Bake and Frost:
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Preheat oven to 350°F. Bake for 22–25 minutes, until lightly golden.
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In a saucepan, melt butter for frosting. Add maple syrup, milk, and brown sugar. Simmer for 1 minute, then remove from heat.
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Stir in powdered sugar until smooth.
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Drizzle frosting over warm rolls. Serve and enjoy!
Notes
Pumpkin butter should be thick—avoid runny versions.
Use dental floss to slice rolls cleanly.
Reheat leftovers briefly in microwave for gooey perfection.
Cream cheese frosting is a delicious substitute.
Rolls can be made ahead and refrigerated overnight before baking.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Rising Time: 1 hour 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Desserts
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American