October and these cooler temperatures motivated me to get into the kitchen and find some use for… you guessed it- PUMPKIN.
Usually there is a backlash against all the pumpkin craze that happens in fall in the blog world, but trust me that this one is worth taking note of.
Pumpkin Raisin Cinnamon Rolls
Dough
- 1 cup pumpkin
- 2 flax eggs (2 Tbsp ground flax seed meal + 6 Tbsp water- mixed and set aside for 10 minutes to gel)
- 1/4 cup butter
- 2 1/2 cup all purpose flour
- 1 3/4 cup whole wheat flour
- 1/4 cup almond milk (I used vanilla)
- 1 tsp cinnamon
- 3 Tbsp brown sugar
- 1 1/2 tsp salt
- 2 tsp yeast
Filling
- 3/4 cup sugar
- 1 Tbsp cinnamon
- raisins
Glaze
- 1 cup confectioners sugar
- 1 Tbsp butter
- 1 1/2 Tbsp almond milk
Let me stop you real quickly- breathe– don’t let the long list of ingredients intimidate you. It actually all comes together quite easily!
Example:
First, make your dough. Combine all the dough ingredients into your mixing bowl.
Using your dough hook attachment (or you can do by hand for an arm workout ;)), mix on low…
until it turn into a big dough ball.
Cover and let it rise in a warm spot for 1 1/2 hours.
…or longer. A little baby had me occupied, so my dough spent over 2 hours rising.
Once the dough has risen, roll it out on a clean surface that is coated with flour.
Top with the cinnamon sugar mixture and raisins.
Then, roll it tightly into a log.
Slice into 9 equal pieces. I actually ended up cutting the ends off on my roll, but after tasting how incredible these turned out, I won’t waste an ounce of dough next time!
Place into a baking dish.
Press the dough spirals down so they all smush into each other (think Jersey Shore ;)), and bake at 375 degrees for 25 minutes.
Inhale the delicious smell as you remove from the oven.
As the rolls cool for 5-10 minutes, mix up your glaze by melting together the butter and almond milk, then whisking it with the confectioner’s sugar. I just mixed it with a spoon, so it looked a little lumpy, so next time, I’ll whisk!
Drizzle over the rolls… and admire your work.
I scooped one out immediately (despite the fact it was 9pm) to taste test.
HOLY DELICIOUSNESSSSSssssssssssssss!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
These are incredible. The hint of pumpkin and the sugar glaze make it the perfect fall breakfast treat.
Hubbs gobbled it up and I licked the plate clean.
They were amazing right out of the oven, and still delicious heated up the next day with a cup of coffee.
I highly, HIGHLY recommend you try these out.
And, if you’re feeling crazy, try it with a cream cheese glaze, or maybe sprinkle some sliced almonds over the glaze and watch your breakfast guests’ eyes roll back in their head in ecstasy.
Nope, I’m not overselling it- they’re delicious!
Are you a pumpkin lover or do you roll your eyes every time you see a pumpkin recipe pop up in fall?
PS- this recipe could be vegan if you substitute vegan butter for butter!
…is there such thing as vegan butter?
Rachel @ Not Rachael Ray says
Oh man! These look great! And I’m seriously impressed you made these so soon after baby!
Brittany says
It’s certainly more challenging after a baby, but I’m trying to figure it out 🙂
Heather @ Side of Sneakers says
I’m absolutely a pumpkin fan- I probably have 3,494 pumpkin recipes I rotate all season. 🙂
Sherry says
I hope you put a couple in the freezer for next week. They look fabulous!
Brittany says
If only we didn’t eat them up so quickly! Maybe I’ll make them again if I find the time!
Kelli H (Made in Sonoma) says
LOVE pumpkin and this looks amazing! Great recipe!
Sarah @ The Smart Kitchen says
Those are BEAUTIFUL! I bet I could just substitute out the butter for Earth Balance (maybe?) and then I could have them this month for the Vegan Month of Food…
Brittany says
Try it! And have I mentioned how impressed I am with your vegan challenge? I want to try something similar in the future.
Anastasia says
I am totally going to make these for a hiking trip with friends this weekend! This will be perfect to eat while having fun outdoors.
Gina @ Running to the Kitchen says
I’m all for the pumpkin. It’s delicious even if it is all over the place right now. These look like the simplest cinnamon rolls I’ve ever seen. I opened a big can of Libby’s yesterday to make pumpkin chocolate chip bars so there’s plenty left to make these now too 🙂
Lauren B. says
I am so impressed that you are able to do all of this with a newborn! Yay! And they look divine.
I love pumpkin anything and everything, so I say, bring on the pumpkin recipes! It’s a seasonal ingredient and ’tis the season!
Earth Balance is vegan margarine made out of oils. 🙂
Brittany says
Thanks for the Earth Balance info- now I want to try it out!
Kelly says
I.Am.Obessed.With.Pumpkin! I definately will try these out, they look sooo good 🙂
Alyssa @ Life of bLyss says
okay, I’ll admit, I’m getting inundated with pumpkin recipes, but THIS one looks awesome. yumyumyum!
Lindsay @ The Lean Green Bean says
what a perfect weekend treat!
Brittney says
Whoa! I want one of those!!
Jen says
Those look soooo good, Brittany! I am so impressed by what you’re doing in the kitchen when you have a 2 week old. Amazing!
Holly @ The Runny Egg says
These look great Brittany — I love cinnamon rolls but I’ve never made my own.
I like pumpkin — mostly in pie form.
Tiff @ Love Sweat and Beers says
Oh wow… just wow.
🙂
christina says
heavenly is definitely the right adjective to describe these. WHY AM I NOT YOUR NEIGHBOR/NANNY?
Lindsay @ Schnoodle Soup says
OMG and that is all.
Stephanie says
I am definitely going to try this but I have a question… Do flax eggs not have any eggs in them??
Also, where do you get flax seed meal?
Brittany says
‘flax eggs’ do not have any eggs in them- they are an egg substitute because they create the same kind of texture and consistency an egg would in a baked good. You can find ground flax seed (flax meal) in most flour/baking sections at the grocery store, at GNC type places or you can order online 🙂
Corrie @ Blurb Column says
Okay..I admit…I do sort of roll my eyes at the mass of pumpkin recipes…but mostly the pumpkin spice latte recipes because I do not (<–putting it mildly) like pumpkin spice lattes! Gag.
however.
I BIG HEART pumpkin other stuff like cookies and muffins and I have two giant cans of pumpkin on my counter and now you are forcing me to make cinnamon rolls this weekend. Ah, so sad for me. These seriously look SO yummy. Thanks!
Susan @ Real Life Travels says
SOLD!
Lauren says
Pinning! These looks astounding!
Brittany says
You pinned these?! That just made my day 🙂
Haley @ Health Freak College Girl says
these sound/look so good!!!
Belinda says
Hello from Australia 🙂 Yes I looove Pumpkin!! I actually just tried out my very first pumpkin muffin recipe yesterday. Pumpkin, cinnamon and walnut – yummy 🙂 I’ll be sure to try your recipe very soon!
kathleen @ the daily crumb says
what i would give to have the ability to grab these off the screen!! holy yum deliciousness. what an impressive mama making these fabulous treats with a newborn in the next room!
Roz@weightingfor50 says
Hooo weee….Brittany, those look fantastic. Two words “please send!” 🙂 Kidding of course, but this has been bookmarked and will be perfect for an upcoming fall brunch. Have a fantastic Wed, and tweak little Hailey’s adorable cheeks for me (oh, and can’t forget Koda….tweak his cheeks too! 🙂 ) All the best!!!
Brittany says
Koda will appreciate that she hasn’t been completely forgotten about! I’ll pass on the message 😉
Baking Serendipity says
I am seriously loving all things pumpkin. These look fantastic! 🙂
blackhuff says
I do eat pumpkin but in it’s original form and not the way you enjoy it in pies, rolls etc.
It is so interesting to see how you all in America, loves to eat pumpkin in different ways. Looks delicious though.
Ashley M. [at] (never home)maker says
OMG. YES. So delish looking <3
Kate @ NaturaStride says
Yup. Making these this weekend.
LMN says
Looks so good. I tried to make them last night…Yes, I was that woman begging her husband to go to the store to buy white flour, sugar (both kinds), pumpkin, butter, and yeast for ONE recipe. BUT we failed terribly. They were dense, dry, not sweet at all, and I didn’t roll properly and got cinnamon all over the poor dog. 🙂 SO, advice? I doubt my ability way more than your recipe, so HELP! How long did it take your mixer to blend everything? and you know, any other advice you can offer 🙂
Tanya @ Vegan Faith says
I can’t wait to try these! They looks so good and are practically vegan!
lauren says
I cannot wait to try these! Can you actually taste the pumpkin? These look easier than my regular cinnamon bun recipe because you don’t heat anything on the stove, I like that!
I used to roll my eyes at all the pumpkin goods that start popping up around this time of year…but I’ve had pumpkin in my breakfast twice in the last week, so I guess that means I’m over it?
Sophie @ LoveLiveAndLearn says
Oh wow that looks so amazing!
I really wish I could make things like that but at uni it’s just not possible 🙁
Send me some? 🙂
Lauren says
I made these this afternoon and have eaten 3… Had to wrap the rest up. Sooo yummy! Thank you for the recipe.
Hollis says
OMG! Those look amazing! You should write a cookbook or better yet be my personal chef! I’m so going to try these!!!