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Cozy Pumpkin Cinnamon Roll Bake Recipe with Maple Cream Cheese Drizzle

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A warm and sweet pumpkin cinnamon roll bake topped with a silky maple cream cheese drizzle, perfect for cozy fall mornings or gatherings.

Ingredients

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  • 2 ½ cups (315g) all-purpose flour
  • 2 ¼ tsp (7g) active dry yeast
  • ⅓ cup (65g) granulated sugar
  • ½ tsp (3g) salt
  • 1 cup (240ml) warm milk (around 110°F / 43°C)
  • 4 tbsp (56g) unsalted butter, melted
  • 1 cup (240g) fresh pumpkin puree
  • 1 large egg, room temperature
  • 2 tsp (4g) ground cinnamon
  • ½ tsp (1g) ground nutmeg
  • ½ cup (100g) brown sugar
  • 4 tbsp (56g) unsalted butter, softened
  • 4 oz (113g) cream cheese, softened
  • 1 cup (120g) powdered sugar
  • 2 tbsp (30ml) pure maple syrup
  • 1 tsp (5ml) vanilla extract
  • 1–2 tbsp (15-30ml) milk, as needed

Instructions

  1. Activate the Yeast: In a small bowl, combine warm milk and granulated sugar. Sprinkle active dry yeast on top and let it sit for 5-10 minutes until foamy.
  2. Mix the Dough: In a large bowl, whisk together flour, salt, ground cinnamon, and ground nutmeg. Add the yeast mixture, melted butter, pumpkin puree, and egg. Stir until a sticky dough forms.
  3. Knead the Dough: Flour your surface lightly and knead the dough for about 8-10 minutes until smooth and elastic. Add a little flour if too sticky, but keep it moist.
  4. First Rise: Place dough in a greased bowl, cover, and let rise in a warm spot for 1 to 1 ½ hours until doubled in size.
  5. Prepare the Filling: Mix softened butter with brown sugar and optionally a teaspoon of cinnamon. Spread evenly over rolled-out dough.
  6. Roll and Slice: Roll dough into a 12×16-inch rectangle. Spread filling evenly, roll up tightly from the long edge, and slice into 12 equal pieces.
  7. Arrange and Second Rise: Place rolls cut-side up in a greased 9×13-inch baking dish. Cover and let rise for 30-45 minutes until puffy.
  8. Bake: Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Bake rolls for 30-35 minutes until golden brown. Cover with foil halfway if tops brown too quickly.
  9. Make the Maple Cream Cheese Drizzle: Beat cream cheese with powdered sugar, maple syrup, and vanilla extract. Add milk gradually to reach drizzle consistency.
  10. Serve: Drizzle glaze over warm rolls and enjoy.

Notes

If pressed for time, prepare dough the night before and let it rise slowly in the fridge. Bring to room temperature before shaping and baking. Avoid adding too much flour to keep rolls soft. Cover rolls loosely with foil if browning too fast during baking. Use dairy-free substitutes for vegan version and gluten-free flour blend for gluten-free option.

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