Description
Pumpkin Cinnamon Rolls with Brown Butter Frosting are the ultimate autumn treat, combining the warm flavors of pumpkin and cinnamon into fluffy, gooey rolls. Perfect for a cozy brunch or a sweet dessert, these delightful rolls are topped with a rich brown butter frosting that adds an irresistible touch to each bite. Gather your loved ones and enjoy the magic of fall with this easy-to-follow recipe!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup pumpkin puree
- 4 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup brown sugar
- 2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
- 2 teaspoons instant yeast
- 1 cup whole milk (warmed)
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter (melted)
- 2 large eggs
- 2 cups powdered sugar (for frosting)
- 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
Instructions
- In a mixing bowl, combine warm milk and yeast; let sit for 5 minutes.
- Mix in pumpkin puree, melted butter, brown sugar, eggs, and vanilla until smooth.
- Gradually add flour, cinnamon, and salt to form a sticky dough.
- Knead on a floured surface for about 8 minutes until smooth.
- Place in an oiled bowl, cover with plastic wrap, and let rise for about 1 hour until doubled in size.
- Roll out dough into a rectangle, spread softened butter over it, and sprinkle with brown sugar and cinnamon.
- Roll tightly into a log and cut into 12 equal pieces; place in a greased baking dish.
- Let rolls rise again while preheating the oven to 350°F (175°C). Bake for 20-25 minutes until golden brown.
- For frosting: melt butter until browned, then whisk in powdered sugar and vanilla until smooth.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 roll (100g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 15g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 50g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 40mg