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Honey Pumpkin Dinner Rolls

Honey Pumpkin Dinner Rolls That Everyone Will Love

These Honey Pumpkin Dinner Rolls are fluffy, flavorful, and perfect for any meal, embodying the spirit of Thanksgiving.
Prep Time 25 minutes
Cook Time 22 minutes
Rising Time 2 hours
Total Time 2 hours 47 minutes
Servings: 12 rolls
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 180

Ingredients
  

For the Dough
  • 1/2 cup Whole Milk Can substitute with almond milk for dairy-free
  • 2 teaspoons Honey Maple syrup can be used as an alternative
  • 2 1/4 teaspoons Active Dry Yeast Check expiration date for freshness
  • 1 Egg Use a flax egg for vegan option
  • 1 cup Pure Pumpkin Puree Canned or fresh works well
  • 2 cups All-Purpose Flour Can substitute with gluten-free blend
  • 1 cup Bread Flour No direct substitute for best results
  • 1 teaspoon Fine Sea Salt Kosher salt can be used as an alternative
  • 4 tablespoons Unsalted Butter Substitute with vegan butter for dairy-free
For the Topping
  • 1/4 cup Pumpkin Seeds Optional, for visual and textural crunch
  • 1 tablespoon Granulated Sugar For optional sprinkling on top

Equipment

  • mixing bowl
  • Whisk
  • Spatula
  • baking sheet
  • kitchen towel
  • Plastic Wrap
  • oven

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Activate the Yeast: Combine whole milk, honey, and active dry yeast in a mixing bowl. Let sit for 5 minutes until bubbly.
  2. Prepare the Dry Ingredients: Whisk together all-purpose flour, bread flour, and fine sea salt in a separate bowl.
  3. Mix Wet Ingredients: Add egg and pumpkin puree to the yeast mixture, stirring gently.
  4. Combine Wet and Dry Mixtures: Gradually mix the dry ingredients into the pumpkin mixture until a shaggy dough forms.
  5. Knead the Dough: Knead the dough on a floured surface for about 10 minutes until smooth and elastic.
  6. Let the Dough Rise: Shape into a ball, place in a greased bowl, cover, and let rise in a warm place for 1.5 to 2 hours.
  7. Shape the Rolls: Punch dough down, divide into 12 pieces, shape each into a ball, and place on a greased baking sheet.
  8. Prove the Rolls: Cover with a towel and let rise for another hour while preheating the oven to 375ºF.
  9. Prep for Baking: Brush each roll with an egg wash and optionally sprinkle with pumpkin seeds and granulated sugar.
  10. Bake to Perfection: Bake in the preheated oven for 20-22 minutes until golden brown.

Nutrition

Serving: 1rollCalories: 180kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 4gFat: 5gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 1gCholesterol: 25mgSodium: 200mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 1gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 300IUCalcium: 50mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Serve warm for the best experience. They make a perfect addition to any fall meal or holiday feast.

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