Description
These soft and fluffy Pumpkin Dinner Rolls are enriched with pumpkin puree and warm spices, making them a perfect addition to any autumn meal or holiday feast.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3/4 cup warm milk (110°F/45°C)
- 2 1/4 teaspoons active dry yeast (1 packet)
- 1/4 cup sugar
- 1/2 cup pumpkin puree (not pumpkin pie filling)
- 1 large egg
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 3 1/2 to 4 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon (optional)
- 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg (optional)
- Extra melted butter for brushing the tops (optional)
Instructions
- Activate the Yeast: Combine warm milk, yeast, and 1 tablespoon of sugar in a small bowl. Let sit for 5-10 minutes until foamy.
- Mix the Dough: In a large bowl, whisk together pumpkin puree, remaining sugar, egg, melted butter, and salt. Add the yeast mixture and mix. Gradually add 3 1/2 cups flour, cinnamon, and nutmeg (if using) until the dough is soft but not sticky.
- Knead the Dough: Turn dough onto a floured surface and knead for 5-7 minutes or use a stand mixer for 5 minutes. Place in a greased bowl, cover, and let rise in a warm spot for 1 to 1 1/2 hours, until doubled in size.
- Shape the Rolls: Punch down dough and divide into 12-16 portions. Shape into balls and place on a greased or parchment-lined baking sheet or in a greased 9×13-inch dish.
- Second Rise: Cover rolls and let rise for 30-45 minutes until puffed up.
- Bake the Rolls: Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Bake for 15-20 minutes until golden brown and hollow-sounding when tapped.
- Brush with Butter and Serve: Brush tops with melted butter if desired. Let cool slightly before serving.
Notes
- Use room temperature milk for best results.
- Ensure yeast is fresh and active for proper rising.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 15-20 minutes
- Category: Bread
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 roll
- Calories: 150 kcal
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 150 mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 22 mg