Delicious Pumpkin Spice Cinnamon Rolls

Alright, friends, pull up a wobbly stool and try not to trip over the mountain of clean laundry that never quite makes it to drawers. Today, we’re diving headfirst into a recipe that smells like all your best autumn memories combined, but without the messy leaf raking. We’re talking about my famous Delicious Pumpkin Spice Cinnamon Rolls – gooey, spicy, and so ridiculously comforting, they practically give you a hug with every bite. If you’ve been searching for that perfect cozy morning treat, or just a reason to fill your house with the intoxicating scent of pumpkin and cinnamon without setting off the smoke detector (a personal goal, always), then honey, you’ve found your next kitchen adventure.

My family’s reaction to these rolls is less “polite appreciation” and more “unleash the kraken.” The first time I made them, I swear my husband, Mark, came out of his office with that feral glint in his eye, sniffing the air like a bloodhound. I’d barely pulled them from the oven before he was asking for “just a little piece, you know, for quality control.” Next thing I knew, half the pan was gone and he was blaming it on “sleepwalking.” The kids, meanwhile, are like a well-oiled cinnamon roll retrieval unit. One distracts me with a tale of woe from school, the other swoops in and grabs two. It’s pure chaos, a sticky-fingered free-for-all, and honestly, it’s exactly why I make them. It’s like a delicious, edible battle royale, and I’m just here for the sticky aftermath.

Time-Saving Hacks

– My ultimate sanity saver? If you’re really in a pinch, store-bought crescent roll dough can be your best friend. Roll it out, spread the filling, roll it up. Shhh, I won’t tell if you don’t.
– Save dishes (and your sanity) by mixing your filling ingredients right in the bowl you softened the butter in. One less thing to scrub, and who doesn’t love looking like a domestic goddess without the extra effort?
– The sneaky “cheat” I always pull: prepping the dough the night before and letting it do its slow rise in the fridge overnight. Pop ’em out in the morning, let them warm up a bit, then bake. Instant morning hero status, zero morning effort.

Kitchen Confessions

– Oh, the disaster. The first time I tried to make a cream cheese frosting for these, I accidentally grabbed powdered sugar from the container that had, unknown to me, been contaminated with salt. It was like a sweet-and-sour-patch-kid-gone-wrong situation. Salty, tangy, and utterly inedible. We ended up scraping it off and pretending it was “rustic.”
– My youngest once decided to “help” me roll out the dough by using her entire body weight, turning a beautifully rectangular slab into an abstract, tear-shaped mess. We still baked it. It tasted great, just… uniquely shaped.
– Honest admission: I almost always skip properly flouring my counter. I just assume a little extra stickiness is “rustic” and makes the rolls extra chewy. My kitchen looks like a flour bomb went off, but hey, it’s character, right?

What to Serve It With

A strong cup of coffee or a steaming mug of chai latte is the quintessential pairing. For the kids (or the kids-at-heart), hot cocoa with extra marshmallows is a perfect match. Honestly, these Delicious Pumpkin Spice Cinnamon Rolls are so rich and satisfying, they truly shine all on their own as a standalone treat.

✔Tips & Mistakes

Don’t overcrowd your baking pan; give those rolls some room to breathe and expand, otherwise, they’ll meld into one giant, sad cinnamon roll lump (still delicious, just aesthetically challenged). Be careful not to overmix your dough – a light hand keeps it tender. And for the love of all that is delicious, don’t overbake! They should be golden brown and set, but still slightly soft to the touch. A dry cinnamon roll is a tragedy.

Storage Tips

Keep it in the fridge… assuming there’s anything left. Midnight cold bites? Honestly better than fresh.

Variations and Substitutions

Swap whatever—honey ↔ sugar, tamari ↔ soy sauce—or skip a step and call it rustic. Still edible.

Frequently Asked Questions

Delicious Pumpkin Spice Cinnamon Rolls

A delightful twist on classic cinnamon rolls, infused with pumpkin and warm spices.

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Prep Time 30 minutes mins

Cook Time 25 minutes mins

Total Time 55 minutes mins

Servings 12

Calories 120 kcal

Ingredients

  

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Main Ingredients

• 4.5 cups all-purpose flour plus more for dusting
• 1 cup pumpkin puree not pumpkin pie filling
• 0.5 cup sugar granulated
• 2 tbsp active dry yeast ensure it's fresh
• 1 cup milk warm, about 110°F
• 1 tsp salt
• 0.5 cup unsalted butter melted
• 3 tbsp cinnamon ground
• 0.5 tbsp nutmeg ground

Instructions

 

Preparation Steps

• In a large bowl, combine warm milk and yeast; let it sit for 5 minutes until frothy.
• Mix in pumpkin puree, sugar, salt, and melted butter to the yeast mixture.
• Gradually add flour, one cup at a time, until a soft dough forms.
• Knead the dough on a floured surface for about 5 minutes until smooth.
• Place dough in a greased bowl, cover with a cloth, and let rise for 1 hour.
• After rising, roll out dough onto a floured surface into a 12x18 inch rectangle.
• Spread softened butter and sprinkle with cinnamon and nutmeg.
• Roll the dough tightly and cut into 12 equal rolls.
• Place rolls in a greased baking dish and let them rise for another 30 minutes.
• Preheat the oven to 350°F and bake rolls for 25 minutes until golden brown.
• Let cool slightly before serving warm with icing if desired.

Notes

Try adding chopped nuts for extra texture or drizzle with caramel for added indulgence.

Nutrition

Serving: 200gCalories: 120kcalCarbohydrates: 120gProtein: 120gFat: 120gSaturated Fat: 120gPolyunsaturated Fat: 120gMonounsaturated Fat: 120gTrans Fat: 120gCholesterol: 120mgSodium: 120mgPotassium: 120mgFiber: 120gSugar: 120gVitamin A: 120IUVitamin C: 120mgCalcium: 120mgIron: 120mg

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