Pumpkin Cinnamon Rolls from Scratch
This pumpkin recipe is modified from a family recipe for potato-cinnamon rolls. The pumpkin flavor gets very strong and somewhat bitter if the baked rolls are left at room temperature for a couple days. This recipe is best eaten or frozen the same day.
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Cook's Notes:
You can use a scant 2 tablespoons dry yeast instead of 2 packages, and you can use any type of toasted nut that you prefer.
When working in flour, I often divide the dough and work with only half at a time which I find more manageable.
To make pumpkin dinner rolls, after dough has doubled in size, form into golf-ball size lumps and place in rows in greased pans. Set in a warm place until rolls have doubled in size and bake at 350 degrees F for 10 to 18 minutes. Serve or freeze immediately.
To freeze: After rolls cool, place in gallon-sized freezer bags. Squeeze out extra air and place into the freezer. Freeze frosting in a separate microwaveable container. To serve, take frozen rolls out of the bag, place on a plate, and defrost in the microwave. Top with thawed frosting and serve warm.