Pumpkin Cinnamon Rolls
Pumpkin Cinnamon Rolls are soft, swirled sweet buns filled with a spiced pumpkin, cinnamon and ginger mixture, steamed and mixed entirely in the Thermomix TM7. The pumpkin is steamed in the Varoma until tender, then blended into a silky purée that keeps the dough moist and aromatic. An indulgent autumn treat for weekend baking or a cosy afternoon snack.
About this recipe
Pumpkin Cinnamon Rolls made in the Thermomix TM7 are the ultimate autumn baking recipe: golden swirled buns filled with sweet pumpkin and a fragrant blend of cinnamon, ginger, nutmeg, cloves and cardamom. Instead of juggling a steamer, a hand mixer and a stand mixer, this all-in-one kitchen machine handles every step in one bowl. The Varoma gently steams the pumpkin flesh until fork-tender, preserving its natural sweetness before it is blended into a velvety purée. That purée keeps the yeast dough wonderfully moist and gives the rolls their sunny orange hue. The integrated scale weighs flour, sugar and butter directly into the mixing bowl, while precise mixing brings the dough together without sticky hands. Serve these warm rolls as a weekend breakfast, an afternoon snack with coffee, or a festive dessert at an autumn gathering. Whether you are an experienced baker or trying sweet yeast dough for the first time, the guided TM7 process makes bakery-quality pumpkin rolls achievable any day of the week.
Preparation tips
- Make sure the steamed pumpkin purée has cooled to lukewarm before adding it to the yeast dough, as too much heat can affect the rising. Drain any excess moisture from the pumpkin to keep the dough from becoming sticky.
- Roll the dough fairly tightly and use dental floss or strong thread to slice the rolls cleanly, so the cinnamon and pumpkin swirl stays intact instead of squashing under a knife.
- The spice blend can be adjusted to taste: add extra cardamom for a Scandinavian touch or a pinch more cloves for warmth. Brush the baked rolls with a vanilla butter glaze for a glossy, festive finish children especially enjoy.
Recipe variations
- Lactose-free version: replace the unsalted butter with a plant-based margarine or coconut oil in both the dough and the filling. The pumpkin and spice flavours remain identical, and the rolls stay beautifully soft and swirled.
- Festive winter version: swap half the pumpkin purée for finely grated apple and add orange zest to the filling for a Christmas-morning feel. A cream cheese glaze made in the TM7 bowl turns them into an indulgent holiday brunch treat.
Thermomix TM7 Benefits
- Steaming the pumpkin flesh in the Varoma keeps it tender and full of flavour while you weigh the flour directly in the mixing bowl below. [Built-in Scale]
- Gentle heating melts the unsalted butter and warms the milk to the ideal temperature so the yeast dough rises reliably every time. [Time Savings]
- With the integrated scale you weigh the caster sugar and light sugar straight into the bowl, avoiding extra cups and inaccurate measuring. [Built-in Scale]
- Consistent mixing brings the pumpkin dough together in minutes, developing just enough structure for soft, fluffy swirled rolls. [Time Savings]
- Fresh grinding of whole nutmeg and cardamom releases far more aroma than pre-ground spices, giving the filling a noticeably deeper warmth. [Multi-Function]
Ingredients
- water
- pumpkin flesh
- unsalted butter
- buttermilk
- dried instant yeast
- light brown sugar
- strong white bread flour
- medium egg
- vanilla extract
- baking soda