Gooey Pumpkin Cinnamon Rolls for a Cozy Fall Breakfast Recipe

Introduction

These gooey pumpkin cinnamon rolls are the perfect way to embrace fall flavors at breakfast. Soft, spiced, and topped with creamy frosting, they bring warmth and sweetness to your morning table. Give this recipe a try and transform your typical breakfast into a seasonal treat.

Ingredients

• 2 cups all-purpose flour
• 1/2 cup pumpkin puree
• 1/4 cup sugar
• 1/4 cup milk
• 1/4 cup butter, melted
• 1 egg
• 1 tablespoon active dry yeast
• 1 teaspoon cinnamon
• 1/2 teaspoon nutmeg
• 1/4 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 cup brown sugar
• 1/4 cup chopped pecans (optional)
• 1/2 cup cream cheese (for frosting)
• 1/4 cup powdered sugar (for frosting)

Instructions

1. Step 1: In a bowl, combine warm milk and yeast. Let it sit for 5 minutes until frothy.
2. Step 2: In a large mixing bowl, combine flour, sugar, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt.
3. Step 3: Add pumpkin puree, melted butter, egg, and the yeast mixture to the dry ingredients. Mix until a dough forms.
4. Step 4: Knead the dough on a floured surface for about 5 minutes until smooth.
5. Step 5: Place the dough in a greased bowl, cover, and let it rise for 1 hour or until doubled in size.
6. Step 6: Roll out the dough into a rectangle and spread with softened butter, then sprinkle with brown sugar, cinnamon, and pecans.
7. Step 7: Roll the dough tightly and cut into rolls.
8. Step 8: Place rolls in a greased baking dish and let rise for another 30 minutes.
9. Step 9: Bake in a preheated oven at 350°F (175°C) for 25-30 minutes until golden brown.
10. Step 10: While baking, mix cream cheese and powdered sugar to make the frosting.
11. Step 11: Once rolls are baked, let them cool slightly and then drizzle with cream cheese frosting.

Tips & Variations

• For extra spice, add a pinch of cloves or ginger to the dough mixture.
• Swap pecans for walnuts or omit nuts if preferred.
• Use canned pumpkin puree for convenience or make your own for fresher flavor.
• Let rolls cool completely before frosting if you prefer thicker frosting that doesn’t melt.

Storage

Store leftover pumpkin cinnamon rolls in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2 days. For longer storage, refrigerate for up to 5 days and warm gently in the microwave before serving. You can also freeze unbaked rolls after the second rise; thaw overnight in the fridge and bake as directed.

How to Serve

Serve this delicious recipe with your favorite sides.

FAQs

Can I make the dough ahead of time?

Yes, you can prepare the dough and let it rise overnight in the refrigerator. Bring it to room temperature before shaping and baking.

What can I substitute for cream cheese frosting?

You can use a simple glaze made from powdered sugar and milk or try a maple glaze for a seasonal twist.

Gooey Pumpkin Cinnamon Rolls for a Cozy Fall Breakfast Recipe

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These gooey pumpkin cinnamon rolls are the perfect cozy fall breakfast treat, combining the warm flavors of pumpkin, cinnamon, and nutmeg with a rich cream cheese frosting. Soft, fluffy, and bursting with seasonal spices, they make an irresistible morning indulgence for family and friends.

• Author: Maya
• Prep Time: 30 minutes
• Cook Time: 30 minutes
• Total Time: 1 hour 50 minutes
• Yield: 12 servings 1x
• Category: Breakfast
• Method: Baking
• Cuisine: American

Ingredients

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Dough

• 2 cups all-purpose flour
• 1/2 cup pumpkin puree
• 1/4 cup sugar
• 1/4 cup milk (warm)
• 1/4 cup butter, melted
• 1 egg
• 1 tablespoon active dry yeast
• 1 teaspoon cinnamon
• 1/2 teaspoon nutmeg
• 1/4 teaspoon salt

Filling

• 1/2 cup brown sugar
• 1 teaspoon cinnamon (additional to dough)
• 1/4 cup chopped pecans (optional)
• 2 tablespoons softened butter (for spreading)

Frosting

• 1/2 cup cream cheese
• 1/4 cup powdered sugar

Instructions

1. Activate Yeast: In a bowl, combine the warm milk and active dry yeast. Let it sit for 5 minutes until the mixture becomes frothy, indicating the yeast is active.
2. Mix Dry Ingredients: In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt ensuring the spices are evenly distributed.
3. Form the Dough: Add the pumpkin puree, melted butter, egg, and the yeast mixture to the dry ingredients. Stir until a soft dough forms, combining all components thoroughly.
4. Knead the Dough: Transfer the dough to a floured surface and knead for about 5 minutes until it becomes smooth and elastic, which develops the gluten needed for good texture.
5. First Rise: Place the kneaded dough into a greased bowl, cover it with a damp cloth or plastic wrap, and let it rise in a warm place for 1 hour or until the dough doubles in size.
6. Prepare Filling and Roll: Roll out the risen dough into a rectangle. Spread softened butter evenly over the surface, then sprinkle the brown sugar, cinnamon, and optionally chopped pecans on top.
7. Shape Rolls: Starting from one edge, roll the dough tightly into a log. Using a sharp knife, cut the log into individual rolls of even thickness.
8. Second Rise: Place the rolls into a greased baking dish, making sure they are spaced evenly. Cover and let them rise again for 30 minutes to achieve a light, airy texture.
9. Bake: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Bake the rolls for 25-30 minutes or until they turn golden brown and are cooked through.
10. Make Frosting: While the rolls bake, beat together the cream cheese and powdered sugar until smooth to create the icing.
11. Finish: Once the rolls are out of the oven, let them cool slightly for a few minutes before drizzling the cream cheese frosting over the top, allowing it to melt into the warm rolls.

Notes

• Use warm milk (not hot) to properly activate the yeast without killing it.
• For fluffier rolls, ensure dough rises in a warm, draft-free environment.
• Pecans add a nice texture but can be substituted with walnuts or omitted for nut-free rolls.
• Frost the rolls while warm to allow the icing to melt slightly, enhancing gooeyness.
• Store leftover rolls in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2 days or refrigerate for up to a week.
• Reheat gently in the microwave for a few seconds before serving to restore softness.

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