Description
Indulge in warm and comforting Brown Butter Pumpkin Cinnamon Rolls, perfect for fall gatherings with rich flavors and aromatic spices.
Ingredients
- ½ cup (1 stick) unsalted butter
- 1 cup whole milk, warmed to about 115-120°F
- ½ cup granulated sugar, divided
- 2 ¼ teaspoons active dry or instant yeast
- 1 large egg + 1 egg yolk
- ¾ cup pumpkin puree
- 4 ¾ – 5 cups all-purpose flour, plus more for dusting
- 1 teaspoon kosher salt
- 1 cup packed dark brown sugar
- ¼ cup pumpkin puree
- 1 tablespoon ground cinnamon
- 1 tablespoon pumpkin pie spice
- ¼ cup (4 tablespoons) unsalted butter, softened
- ⅓ cup heavy whipping cream, for drizzling over rolls before baking
- 8 ounces full-fat cream cheese, softened
- ¼ cup (4 tablespoons) unsalted butter, softened
- 2 cups powdered sugar
- 2 teaspoons vanilla essence (or vanilla bean paste)
- ½ teaspoon pumpkin pie spice
Instructions
- Brown the Butter: In a small saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat until it turns deep brown with a nutty aroma. Remove from heat and set aside to cool.
- Prepare the Dough: In a bowl, combine warm milk and 2 tablespoons of sugar. Sprinkle yeast on top and mix well, letting it sit until foamy.
- Mix Ingredients: Add the remaining sugar, egg, egg yolk, browned butter, pumpkin puree, flour, and salt. Mix on low speed and then knead for about 5-6 minutes.
- First Proof: Shape the dough into a ball and place it in a greased bowl. Cover and let it rise until doubled in size, about 1 hour.
- Prepare Filling: Combine brown sugar, pumpkin puree, cinnamon, and pumpkin pie spice in a bowl until it forms a thick paste.
- Roll Out Dough: Punch down the dough, roll it into a rectangle, spread the softened butter and filling mixture.
- Form Rolls: Roll the dough tightly into a log, cut into 12 pieces.
- Prepare for Baking: Place rolls in a lined baking pan, cover, and let them rest while preheating the oven to 350°F.
- Bake the Rolls: Drizzle heavy cream over the rolls and bake for about 30 minutes until golden brown.
- Prepare Icing: Beat cream cheese and butter until smooth, then add powdered sugar, vanilla, and pumpkin pie spice.
- Finish and Serve: Spread icing over the warm rolls and garnish with additional pumpkin pie spice if desired.
Notes
Ensure that your yeast is fresh and keep an eye on the butter while browning.