Pumpkin Pecan Cinnamon Rolls W/Ginger Cream Cheese

Name: Pumpkin Pecan Cinnamon Rolls W/Ginger Cream Cheese Glaze
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: Pumpkin Cinnamon Dough; 1/2 cup pumpkin puree, canned/unsweetened; 2 1/2 cups white flour; 2 cups whole wheat pastry flour; 1 1/4 cups warm water; 1 packet yeast; 1/2 cup vegan shortening, melted; 1/2 cup sugar; 1/2 tsp salt; *extra white flour as needed to handle, knead and roll out dough; Pecan Cinnamon Sugar Filling; 3/4 cup brown sugar; 3/4 cup pecans, chopped; 1 1/2 tsp cinnamon; 1/2 tsp vanilla bean granules - or extract; 1/2 cup vegan butter, melted; Ginger Cream Cheese Glaze; 1 1/2 tsp ginger powder; 1 cup vegan cream cheese; 1/2 cup maple syrup; 1/3 cup vegan butter, melted; 1/2 cup soy creamer; 2-4 Tbsp powdered sugar to thicken as desired (add last, by hand with sifter)

Servings: persons

Pumpkin Cinnamon Dough
1/2 cup pumpkin puree, canned/unsweetened
2 1/2 cups white flour
2 cups whole wheat pastry flour
1 1/4 cups warm water
1 packet yeast
1/2 cup vegan shortening, melted
1/2 cup sugar
1/2 tsp salt
*extra white flour as needed to handle, knead and roll out dough
Pecan Cinnamon Sugar Filling
3/4 cup brown sugar
3/4 cup pecans, chopped
1 1/2 tsp cinnamon
1/2 tsp vanilla bean granules - or extract
1/2 cup vegan butter, melted
Ginger Cream Cheese Glaze
1 1/2 tsp ginger powder
1 cup vegan cream cheese
1/2 cup maple syrup
1/3 cup vegan butter, melted
1/2 cup soy creamer
2-4 Tbsp powdered sugar to thicken as desired (add last, by hand with sifter)

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["1. Combine the warm water with the yeast. Stir well to dissolve. Add to a large mixing bowl. Stir in the melted shortening. Add in 1 cup of flour, sugar, pumpkin and salt. Using a hand mixer, beat on low until smooth. Fold in the remaining flour with a spoon - until it is barely sticky to touch. Roll into a ball - knead gently for a minute. Place the dough in a floured mixing bowl. Cover with a clean towel and place in a high warm spot. Let rise for about 2 hours.", "", "2. Prepare the cinnamon pecan filling. Combing the sugar with the vegan butter. Stir in the pecans and spices. Mixture should be thick yet spreadable. If too thick, add in more vegan butter - or a splash of oil. Set aside.", "", "*preheat oven to 400 degrees*", "", "3. After the dough has risen for 2 hours, roll it out onto a clean well-floured surface with a rolling pin. Roll out very thin - about 1/3"" thick. Spread the pecan mixture over the entire area of the dough.", "", "4. Roll the dough tightly and slice into 1 1/2 inch thick rolls. Place the rolls about 1/8"" apart in a 9"" cake pan - greased. Optional: add a few dots of vegan butter for extra moist roll tops.", "", "5. Bake at 400 for 25-35 minutes - or until a toothpick comes out clean from center bun. Do not overcook. Allow rolls to cool and continue setting in the pan for at least 20 minutes before applying glaze.", "", "6. To make glaze, combine all ingredients and beat until smooth with a hand mixer. Using a sifter, hand fold in the powdered sugar until you reach a thickness that you like."]

1812

kcal

Calories

Fat

247

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Preheat the oven fully and bake on the middle rack for the most even results.
Check for doneness a few minutes early — a toothpick in the center should come out with just a few moist crumbs.
Let it cool before slicing so it sets properly and holds its shape.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.
Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.
Leave out the nuts to make it nut-free, or swap in seeds for a similar crunch.
A good 1:1 gluten-free flour blend works well if you need a gluten-free version.
Coconut cream is a reliable plant-based alternative to dairy cream.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 23 ingredients. The key ingredients include: Pumpkin Cinnamon Dough, 1/2 cup pumpkin puree, canned/unsweetened, 2 1/2 cups white flour, 2 cups whole wheat pastry flour, and more.

Yes, Pumpkin Pecan Cinnamon Rolls W/Ginger Cream Cheese Glaze falls under the Baking & Desserts category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3–5 days. For longer storage, freeze for up to 3 months — no need to refrigerate or reheat.

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Pumpkin Pecan Cinnamon Rolls W/Ginger Cream Cheese Glaze

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