Description
Pumpkin Dinner Rolls are the perfect blend of warmth and flavor, making them an irresistible addition to any meal. These fluffy, golden-brown rolls infused with pumpkin and spices will fill your home with a cozy aroma, inviting everyone to gather around the table. Whether for a festive occasion or a casual family dinner, these rolls promise comfort and delight in every bite.
Ingredients
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- 4 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup canned pumpkin puree
- 2 ¼ teaspoons active dry yeast
- 1 cup warm water (110°F)
- ¼ cup sugar
- ½ cup melted butter
- ½ cup whole milk
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- ½ teaspoon ground nutmeg
Instructions
- 1. Activate the yeast: Combine warm water and sugar in a small bowl, sprinkle yeast on top, and let sit until foamy (5-10 minutes).
- 2. Mix dry ingredients: In a large bowl, whisk together flour, salt, cinnamon, and nutmeg.
- 3. Create dough: Add pumpkin puree, melted butter, milk, and activated yeast mixture to dry ingredients. Stir until shaggy dough forms.
- 4. Knead: Flour your surface lightly and knead dough for 8-10 minutes until smooth.
- 5. First rise: Place in greased bowl, cover with a towel, and let rise in a warm place until doubled (about 1 hour).
- 6. Shape rolls: Punch down dough, divide into equal pieces, roll into balls, and place in greased baking dish.
- 7. Second rise: Let shaped rolls rise until puffy (30-45 minutes).
- 8. Bake: Preheat oven to 350°F and bake for 20-25 minutes until golden brown.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Baked Goods
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 160
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 15mg
Keywords: For added flavor variations, substitute pumpkin puree with sweet potato puree or increase spice amounts. Ensure proper measurements for flour to avoid dense rolls.