Charming Pumpkin Shaped Cinnamon Rolls: Easy Cream Cheese Delight
Indulge in the delightful flavors of autumn with these charming pumpkin-shaped cinnamon rolls topped with creamy frosting.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: 12 rolls 1x
- Category: dessert
- Method: baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: vegetarian
Ingredients
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- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup pumpkin puree
- 1/4 cup sugar
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1 tablespoon active dry yeast
- 1/2 cup milk
- 1/4 cup butter, melted
- 1 teaspoon cinnamon
- 1/2 teaspoon nutmeg
- 1 cup cream cheese, softened
- 2 cups powdered sugar
Instructions
- In a large bowl, mix together the flour, sugar, salt, yeast, cinnamon, and nutmeg.
- Add the pumpkin puree, milk, and melted butter, then mix until combined.
- Knead the dough on a floured surface until smooth, then let it rise for 1 hour.
- Roll out the dough and spread cream cheese, then sprinkle with sugar and cinnamon.
- Shape the dough into pumpkin forms and place on a baking tray.
- Bake at 350°F for 20-25 minutes until golden brown.
- Allow to cool, then frost with cream cheese frosting.
Notes
- For added flavor, consider adding chopped nuts or raisins.
- Using fresh pumpkin can enhance the taste.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 roll
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 15g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
Keywords: pumpkin, cinnamon rolls, cream cheese frosting, dessert, autumn