Pumpkin Dinner Rolls

Add a touch of fall to your dinner table with these irresistibly soft and fluffy Pumpkin Dinner Rolls. Infused with real pumpkin puree and a hint of sweetness, these golden-hued rolls are as visually stunning as they are delicious. Perfectly balanced with warm spices, a tender crumb, and a glossy butter-brushed finish, they’re ideal for holiday feasts or cozy family dinners. With an easy two-rise technique and straightforward ingredients like active dry yeast, melted butter, and all-purpose flour, these homemade rolls offer bakery-level results in your own kitchen. Serve them warm with butter, jam, or alongside hearty soups and stews for a comforting autumn treat that everyone will rave about!

Nutriscore Rating: 61/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:25 mins

Total Time:45 mins

Servings: 12

Ingredients

• 2.25 teaspoons Active dry yeast
• 0.5 cups Warm milk (110°F or 43°C)
• 2 tablespoons Granulated sugar
• 0.75 cups Pumpkin puree (not pumpkin pie filling)
• 4 tablespoons Unsalted butter, melted
• 1 large Egg
• 3.25 cups All-purpose flour
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 2 tablespoons Additional melted butter (for brushing)

Directions

Step 1

In a small bowl, combine the warm milk, yeast, and 1 tablespoon of the sugar. Stir gently and let sit for 5-10 minutes until the mixture is frothy.

Step 2

In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the pumpkin puree, melted butter, remaining sugar, and the egg until smooth.

Step 3

Add the yeast mixture to the pumpkin mixture and stir until well combined.

Step 4

Gradually add in the flour and salt, mixing with a wooden spoon or using the dough hook attachment of a stand mixer. Continue kneading (by hand or in the mixer) for about 7-10 minutes until the dough is soft and elastic. If the dough is too sticky, add a little extra flour, 1 tablespoon at a time.

Step 5

Place the dough in a lightly greased bowl, cover with a clean kitchen towel, and let it rise in a warm place for 1-1.5 hours, or until it has doubled in size.

Step 6

Punch down the dough and divide it into 12 equal portions. Roll each portion into a ball and arrange them on a greased or parchment-lined baking sheet, leaving a bit of space between each roll.

Step 7

Cover the rolls with the kitchen towel and let them rise again for 30-40 minutes, until puffy.

Step 8

Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).

Step 9

Bake the rolls in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until golden brown on top.

Step 10

Remove the rolls from the oven and brush them with the additional melted butter while still warm for a glossy finish.

Step 11

Serve the rolls warm and enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(874.3g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2385.6

Total Fat 84.0g	0%
Saturated Fat 48.1g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.0g
Cholesterol 416.4mg	0%
Sodium 2542.0mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 349.9g	0%
Dietary Fiber 16.5g	0%
Total Sugars 38.0g
Protein 57.0g	0%

Vitamin D 130.0IU	0%
Calcium 306.9mg	0%
Iron 21.4mg	0%
Potassium 1590.0mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 31.7%

Protein: 9.6%

Carbs: 58.7%