Description
Indulge in the comforting flavors of fall with these Super Soft Gluten-Free Pumpkin Cinnamon Rolls. Perfectly fluffy and infused with warm spices, these rolls are topped with a luscious cream cheese glaze that elevates them to irresistible heights. Ideal for holiday breakfasts or cozy family gatherings, these pumpkin cinnamon rolls are not just gluten-free; they are a delightful way to celebrate the season. With easy-to-follow instructions and simple ingredients, you’ll soon be enjoying these sweet treats fresh from the oven.
Ingredients
- 1/2 cup whole milk
- 3 tablespoons + 1 teaspoon granulated sugar (divided)
- 2¼ teaspoons active dry yeast (1 ¼-ounce package – not instant)
- 1 cup Bob's Red Mill tapioca flour
- ½ cup + 2 tablespoons gluten-free oat flour
- 1 cup + 1 tablespoons millet flour
- ¾ cup + 2 tablespoons sweet rice flour
- 2 teaspoons xanthan gum
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- ¾ teaspoon kosher salt
- 1½ teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1 teaspoon ground nutmeg
- 1 teaspoon ground ginger
- ¼ teaspoon ground cloves
- ¾ cup + 3 tablespoons canned pumpkin puree (not pumpkin pie filling, and not organic)
- 4½ tablespoons unsalted butter (melted and cooled)
- 3 tablespoons light brown sugar
- 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
- 1 large egg
- 1 large egg white
- 5 tablespoons unsalted butter (melted cooled and divided)
- ½ cup packed dark or light brown sugar
- 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
- 2 tablespoons ground cinnamon
- ½ teaspoon ground nutmeg
- 3 oz full-fat cream cheese (blocked) (room temperature)
- 1½ cups powdered sugar (sifted)
- 1–1½ tablespoons whole milk
Instructions
- Prepare an 8×8 baking pan by lining it with parchment paper and buttering it.
- In a small bowl, mix light brown sugar, granulated sugar, cinnamon, and nutmeg for the filling.
- Warm milk (105–115°F) and activate yeast by mixing it with sugar; let it sit for 10 minutes.
- In another bowl, whisk together all dry ingredients.
- In a stand mixer or large bowl, combine wet ingredients until smooth before adding activated yeast mixture.
- Slowly add dry ingredients to wet mixture until combined; knead briefly if using a stand mixer.
- Roll out dough into a rectangle, spread filling, roll tightly, cut into pieces and place in prepared pan.
- Cover and let rise until doubled (~1.5 hours), then bake at 350°F for 40–45 minutes.
- Mix cream cheese with powdered sugar and milk for icing, drizzle over warm rolls.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 roll (80g)
- Calories: 245
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 25mg