Pumpkin Dinner Rolls

Name: Pumpkin Dinner Rolls
Prep time: 30 min
Cook time: 15 min
Total time: 180 min
Yield: 12
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 1 packet (7g) Active Dry Yeast; 1 cup Warm Milk (110 degrees F (43°C)); 2 tablespoons Sugar; 3 1/2 cups All-Purpose Flour; 2 tablespoons Melted Butter; 1 Egg; 1 teaspoon Salt; 1 teaspoon Pumpkin Spice Extract

Learn how to make delicious, soft, and fluffy pumpkin dinner rolls, perfect for fall gatherings. This recipe guides you through activating yeast, kneading the dough, two rises, and baking to golden perfection, finished with a brush of melted butter. A wonderful addition to any meal, these rolls capture the essence of autumn with a hint of pumpkin spice.

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Golden Baked Pumpkin Dinner Rolls

Recipe Information

30m

Prep Time

15m

Cook Time

Total Time

Servings

Medium

American

English

Nutrition (per serving)

170

Calories

Protein

28g

Carbs

Fat

Freshly Baked Rolls in Pan

Ingredients

Servings: 12

💡 Tip: Check off ingredients as you add them to keep track of your progress!

Pull-Apart Texture of Rolls

Instructions

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In a large bowl, combine warm milk (110°F), sugar, and active dry yeast. Stir gently and let sit for 5-10 minutes until foamy, indicating the yeast is active.
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In a large bowl, combine warm milk (110°F), sugar, and active dry yeast. Stir gently and let sit for 5-10 minutes until foamy, indicating the yeast is active.
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Ensure the milk temperature is just right; too hot will kill the yeast, too cold won't activate it.
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Add all-purpose flour, melted butter, egg, salt, and pumpkin spice extract to the yeast mixture in the bowl.
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Add all-purpose flour, melted butter, egg, salt, and pumpkin spice extract to the yeast mixture in the bowl.
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Add flour gradually to incorporate it smoothly without lumps.
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Mix all ingredients together using a spoon or stand mixer until a shaggy dough forms, then transfer it to a lightly floured surface.
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Mix all ingredients together using a spoon or stand mixer until a shaggy dough forms, then transfer it to a lightly floured surface.
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Scrape down the sides of the bowl to ensure all ingredients are well combined.
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Knead the dough for 8-10 minutes until it becomes smooth, elastic, and springs back when gently poked. The dough should pass the windowpane test.
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Knead the dough for 8-10 minutes until it becomes smooth, elastic, and springs back when gently poked. The dough should pass the windowpane test.
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Avoid adding too much extra flour during kneading; a slightly sticky dough is fine. Use a dough scraper if needed.
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Place the kneaded dough in a lightly oiled bowl, cover it with plastic wrap or a damp towel, and let it rise in a warm place for 60-90 minutes, or until it has doubled in size.
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Place the kneaded dough in a lightly oiled bowl, cover it with plastic wrap or a damp towel, and let it rise in a warm place for 60-90 minutes, or until it has doubled in size.
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A warm, draft-free spot like an oven (turned off) or microwave works well for rising.
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Gently punch down the risen dough to release the air. Divide the dough into 12-16 equal portions and shape each portion into a smooth, round ball.
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Gently punch down the risen dough to release the air. Divide the dough into 12-16 equal portions and shape each portion into a smooth, round ball.
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For uniformly sized rolls, use a kitchen scale to weigh each portion of dough.
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Arrange the shaped rolls in a greased 9x13 inch baking dish, leaving some space between them. Cover loosely and let them rise again for 30-45 minutes, or until noticeably puffy.
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Arrange the shaped rolls in a greased 9x13 inch baking dish, leaving some space between them. Cover loosely and let them rise again for 30-45 minutes, or until noticeably puffy.
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Do not let the rolls overproof, as they may collapse during baking.
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Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Bake the rolls for 15 minutes, or until they are golden brown on top and cooked through.
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Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Bake the rolls for 15 minutes, or until they are golden brown on top and cooked through.
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For an extra soft crust, brush the hot rolls with a little melted butter immediately after removing them from the oven.
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Once baked, brush with extra melted butter if desired and serve the pumpkin dinner rolls warm.
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Once baked, brush with extra melted butter if desired and serve the pumpkin dinner rolls warm.
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These rolls are best enjoyed fresh but can be stored in an airtight container at room temperature for a couple of days.