Description

Pumpkin Cinnamon Rolls are a cozy fall breakfast treat made with soft pumpkin-infused dough, swirls of brown sugar and spice, and topped with luscious cream cheese frosting. These warm, gooey rolls are the perfect way to start a crisp autumn morning with comfort and flavor in every bite.

Ingredients

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For the dough:

2¼ tsp instant dry yeast (1 packet)
¾ cup warm water (about 115°F)
¼ cup granulated sugar
2 tbsp browned butter
1 large egg, room temperature
1 tbsp dry milk powder
1 tsp salt
⅔ cup pumpkin purée
1 tbsp pumpkin pie spice
3¼ to 3¾ cups all-purpose flour

For the filling:

¾ cup brown sugar
1½ tsp ground cinnamon
1½ tsp pumpkin pie spice
6 tbsp browned butter

For the frosting:

4 oz cream cheese, softened
¼ cup browned butter, softened
1 tbsp vanilla extract
2 tbsp heavy cream
1½ cups confectioners’ sugar

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Instructions

Brown 15 tbsp of butter and divide it for dough, filling, and frosting.
In a large bowl, combine warm water and sugar. Sprinkle yeast on top and let it bloom until foamy.
Stir in browned butter, egg, dry milk powder, salt, pumpkin purée, and pumpkin pie spice.
Add flour gradually until the dough pulls away from the sides. Knead for 8–10 minutes until smooth.
Cover and let rise in a warm spot until doubled (1 to 1.5 hours).
Roll dough into a rectangle, spread with browned butter, and sprinkle with brown sugar and spices.
Roll into a log, slice into 12 rolls, place in a greased baking dish, cover, and let rise again until puffy (45–60 minutes).
Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Bake for 22–25 minutes until golden.
Make the frosting by beating cream cheese and browned butter until smooth. Add vanilla, cream, and confectioners’ sugar; beat until creamy.
Frost the warm rolls and serve.

Notes

Use pure pumpkin purée, not pumpkin pie mix.

Browned butter adds depth and a nutty richness.

Let the dough rise in a warm, draft-free area (like an oven with the light on).

Rolls can be made ahead and baked the next morning after rising.

Prep Time: 30 minutes
Rising Time: 1 hour 35 minutes
Cook Time: 25 minutes
Category: Breakfast / Brunch
Method: Baking
Cuisine: American