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Brown Butter Pumpkin Cinnamon Rolls

Decadent Brown Butter Pumpkin Cinnamon Rolls for Fall Mornings

Indulge in these Brown Butter Pumpkin Cinnamon Rolls, a delightful treat perfect for cozy fall mornings.
Prep Time 1 hour
Cook Time 30 minutes
Rising Time 45 minutes
Total Time 2 hours 15 minutes
Servings: 12 rolls
Course: Breakfast
Cuisine: American
Calories: 340

Ingredients
  

For the Dough
  • 3 to 4 cups All-Purpose Flour Can substitute with a gluten-free blend.
  • 1 cup Pumpkin Puree Ensure it is 100% pure pumpkin.
  • ½ cup Brown Butter Melt unsalted butter until golden brown.
  • 2 ¼ teaspoons Yeast Fresh yeast is ideal; active dry yeast works as well.
  • 2 tablespoons Granulated Sugar Brown sugar can be used for a deeper flavor.
For the Filling
  • cup Brown Sugar Adds sweetness and caramel notes.
  • 2 teaspoons Cinnamon Consider substituting with pumpkin pie spice.
For Extra Moistness
  • ½ cup Heavy Cream Coffee creamer can be used as a substitute.
For the Icing
  • 4 ounces Cream Cheese Can be swapped with ricotta or mascarpone.
  • 1 cup Powdered Sugar Sweetens and thickens the icing.

Equipment

  • Mixing bowl
  • Floured Surface
  • Baking Dish

Method
 

Preparation
  1. In a large mixing bowl, combine ½ cup of warm milk with 2 ¼ teaspoons of yeast and 2 tablespoons of granulated sugar. Allow to sit for about 5 minutes until frothy.
  2. Gently stir in 1 cup of pumpkin puree and ½ cup of cooled brown butter. Gradually add 3 to 4 cups of all-purpose flour, mixing until a soft dough forms.
  3. Transfer the dough to a floured surface and knead for about 5 to 7 minutes until smooth and elastic. Let rise in a greased bowl covered with a towel until doubled in size, approximately 1 hour.
  4. While the dough rises, mix together ⅓ cup of brown sugar, 2 teaspoons of cinnamon, and ½ cup of softened brown butter in a medium bowl.
  5. Punch down the dough gently to release air. Roll out to a rectangle about ¼ inch thick. Spread the cinnamon filling over the dough and roll tightly into a log.
  6. Slice the log into 12 equal pieces and place in a greased baking dish, covering with a towel to rise again for 30 to 45 minutes.
  7. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Pour ½ cup of heavy cream over the rolls before baking. Bake for 25 to 30 minutes until golden brown.
  8. In a bowl, beat together 4 ounces of cream cheese and 1 cup of powdered sugar until smooth. Drizzle over rolls after cooling slightly.
  9. Serve warm, ideally with coffee or cider.

Nutrition

Serving: 1rollCalories: 340kcalCarbohydrates: 48gProtein: 4gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 8gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 35mgSodium: 220mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 1gSugar: 10gVitamin A: 1300IUCalcium: 30mgIron: 1mg

Notes

These rolls can be frozen for up to 2 months, ensuring a delightful treat any day of the week.

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