Pumpkin Chai Cinnamon Rolls
Pumpkin Chai Cinnamon Rolls are the ultimate fall dessert, blending the warm flavors of pumpkin and chai spices into soft, fluffy rolls. Each bite is a heavenly mix of sweetness and spice, topped with a creamy glaze that adds an irresistible finish. Perfect for cozy gatherings or lazy weekends, these rolls will fill your home with delightful aromas and create cherished memories around the table.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 55 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 12 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 4 cups all-purpose flour
- 2 ¼ tsp active dry yeast (1 packet)
- 1 cup pumpkin puree
- 2 tsp chai spice blend (cinnamon, cardamom, ginger, cloves)
- ½ cup granulated sugar
- ½ cup brown sugar
- ½ cup unsalted butter (melted)
- 1 cup warm milk
- 1 large egg
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 4 oz cream cheese (softened)
Instructions
- In a bowl, combine warm milk and active dry yeast; let stand for 5 minutes until frothy. Mix in melted butter, pumpkin puree, and sugars.
- Stir in the egg and chai spices. Gradually add flour until a soft dough forms.
- Knead on a floured surface for about 5 minutes until smooth. Let rise in an oiled bowl covered with a cloth for about 1 hour or until doubled in size.
- Roll out the dough into a rectangle. Spread melted butter on top, then sprinkle with brown sugar mixed with chai spices.
- Roll tightly from one long end to form a log. Slice into equal pieces and place in a greased baking dish.
- Bake at 350°F (175°C) for about 25 minutes until golden brown.
- For the glaze, beat together powdered sugar and cream cheese until smooth; drizzle over warm rolls before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 roll (85g)
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 42g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 40mg