Easy Pumpkin Dinner Rolls

Pumpkin dinner rolls are a delicious and easy way to enjoy the flavors of fall. They are perfect for a holiday meal or a weeknight dinner.

Ingredients

• 2 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 teaspoon baking powder
• 1 teaspoon baking soda
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1 cup granulated sugar
• 1/2 cup packed light brown sugar
• 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
• 1 large egg
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1 cup pumpkin puree

Instructions

1. Preheat oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C). Grease a 9×13 inch baking pan.
2. In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
3. In a separate bowl, cream together the butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until light and fluffy.
4. Add the egg and vanilla extract to the butter mixture and beat until combined.
5. Add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients and mix until just combined. Do not overmix.
6. Fold in the pumpkin puree.
7. Pour the batter into the prepared baking pan and bake for 20-25 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
8. Let cool completely before frosting.

Frosting

• 1 cup powdered sugar
• 1/4 cup milk
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

1. In a medium bowl, whisk together the powdered sugar, milk, and vanilla extract until smooth.
2. Spread the frosting over the cooled rolls.

FAQ

Q: What if don’t have any pumpkin puree?

A: You can use canned pumpkin instead. Just make sure to drain the liquid before using it in the recipe.

Q: What if don’t have any all-purpose flour?

A: You can use a gluten-free flour blend instead. Just make sure to follow the package directions for the correct amount to use.

Q: What if don’t have any brown sugar?

A: You can use granulated sugar instead. Just reduce the amount by 1/4 cup.

Q: What if don’t have any butter?

A: You can use margarine instead. Just make sure to use unsalted margarine.

Q: What if don’t have any eggs?

A: You can use a flax egg instead. To make a flax egg, mix 1 tablespoon ground flax meal with 3 tablespoons water. Let the mixture sit for 5 minutes before using it in the recipe.

Q: What if don’t have any vanilla extract?

A: You can omit the vanilla extract from the recipe.

Pros

• Easy to make
• Delicious
• Perfect for a holiday meal or a weeknight dinner

Tips

• To make the rolls even more flavorful, add some chopped nuts or dried cranberries to the dough.
• If you don’t have any pumpkin puree on hand, you can use canned pumpkin instead.
• The rolls can be stored in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2 days or in the refrigerator for up to 5 days.