Easy Pumpkin Cinnamon Rolls

Name: Easy Pumpkin Cinnamon Rolls
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 12 min
Ingredients: 1/2 cup canned pumpkin puree; 2 teaspoons brown sugar; 1/4 teaspoon pumpkin pie spice; 1 package refrigerated cinnamon rolls with icing

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Easy pumpkin cinnamon rolls are guaranteed to be a hit for fall breakfasts! While they may look challenging, they are actually super simple using refrigerated cinnamon rolls and canned pumpkin puree.

Pumpkin cinnamon rolls in a pie pan with a dish towel next to the pan all on top of a wooden countertop.

Skip the trouble of making cinnamon rolls from scratch! These Easy Pumpkin Cinnamon Rolls are super simple using refrigerated cinnamon rolls and canned pumpkin puree. Topped with icing and served hot, this is the perfect recipe to kick off the fall season.

The best part is this recipe takes under 25 minutes from start to finish.

My son loves cinnamon rolls, they are his favorite. It's one of the foods that he happily makes at 14 - and he makes them from scratch! While he has the patience for making homemade cinnamon rolls, I do not.

I developed this shortcut recipe that he loves just as much as his homemade version, and it's perfect for this time of the year.

These cinnamon rolls can be stored in the fridge for 3-5 days or in the freezer for 3-6 months. Even better, you could make a large batch of these rolls, freeze and then reheat for all of the fall season. If you have kids at home, hand over the recipe. This is a kid-friendly dish that will boost their confidence in baking!

Warm pumpkin cinnamon rolls in a pie pan.

First things first, gather the equipment and ingredients. These lists tell you everything you need to make the recipe. The ingredients are even listed in the order they will be used in the recipe.

Equipment

measuring spoons
measuring cups
small mixing bowl
stir spoon
cinnamon roll pan or pie pan
serrated knife
pastry brush or spoon

Ingredients

1/2 cup canned pumpkin puree
2 teaspoons brown sugar
1/4 teaspoon pumpkin pie spice
1 package refrigerated cinnamon rolls with icing

How To Make Easy Pumpkin Cinnamon Rolls:

Refrigerated cinnamon rolls being rolled out on a wood countertop with a small glass bowl of canned pumpkin puree next to the rolls.

1. Preheat oven and prepare the pan.

Preheat your oven to 375º. Spray the cinnamon roll pan with non-stick cooking spray. Set aside.

2. Prepare the pumpkin filling.

In a small bowl combine:

pumpkin puree
brown sugar
pumpkin pie spice

Stir the ingredients in the bowl until combined. Set aside.

Canned pumpkin puree spread onto refrigerated cinnamon rolls.

3. Spread pumpkin filling onto cinnamon rolls.

Open the cinnamon rolls by removing from the packaging and placing on a clean surface. There will be a container of icing in the package, which you can set aside.

Next, carefully unroll the cinnamon rolls at the seam until flat on the surface.

Spread the pumpkin filling (made in step 2) evenly across the cinnamon rolls.

What can I add to pumpkin cinnamon rolls?

Add your favorite mix-ins to your cinnamon rolls. Simply sprinkle the mix-ins on top of the pumpkin filling at this step (step 3). As a Registered Dietitian, I believe that mix-ins are a great way to boost nutrition and flavor in recipes. Here are a few ideas:

Chopped and peeled apples
Raisins
Pecans or walnut pieces
Chopped dates

The pumpkin filling spread onto cinnamon rolls and rolled back up.

Once all of the pumpkin filling has been spread, gently roll the cinnamon rolls back up into a log.

The roll sliced into cinnamon rolls and placed into a pie pan with a blue dish towel next to the pan all on top of a wood countertop.

4. Slice and place into the pan.

Using a serrated knife, carefully slice the cinnamon rolls along the precut lines. Don't panic if the precut lines have disappeared. Make small marks along the log about every 1 1/2 inch. Then, use the serrated knife to cut.

FUN FACT: you can used unscented, unwaxed dental floss to slice the cinnamon rolls. Great option for kids!

Place the cinnamon rolls into the pan in a circle with the last roll going into the middle.

FUN FACT: Place the cinnamon rolls on a cookie sheet 2 inches apart to speed up the cooking time.

5. Bake.

Bake for 11-14 minutes or until the cinnamon rolls are golden brown.

PRO TIP: If baking on a cookie sheet, set the timer for 8 to 10 minutes.

Sliced cinnamon rolls being brushed with icing while in a pie pan with a blue dish towel next to the pan all on top of a wood countertop.

6. Top with icing.

Grab the icing that you set to the side. Then, place the icing in spoon fulls on top of the cinnamon rolls.

Using a pastry brush or spoon, spread the icing as it melts. Serve hot!

Baked pumpkin cinnamon rolls in a pie pan.

FAQs:

Could I swap the icing for a cream cheese frosting?

Absolutely! Using the icing that comes with the refrigerated cinnamon rolls keeps this recipe simple. However, you could take it a step further by making a homemade cream cheese frosting. Check out this recipe for Cream Cheese Icing for Cinnamon Rolls.

What are other pumpkin recipes that I could try?

Chocolate Chip Pumpkin Muffins | Healthy Pumpkin Spice Pancakes | Crockpot Pumpkin Soup | Chocolate Chip Pumpkin Bread

What if I do not have pumpkin pie spice?

Swap it for cinnamon. Depending on the spices you have in your cabinet, you could make a Homemade Pumpkin Spice.

A pumpkin cinnamon roll being served from the pie pan.

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