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Close-up of frosted brown butter sourdough pumpkin cinnamon rolls with cozy fall tones. 2026

Brown Butter Sourdough Pumpkin Cinnamon Rolls – The Best Fall Treat


  • Total Time: 6 hours 55 minutes
  • Yield: 12 rolls 1x

Description

These brown butter sourdough pumpkin cinnamon rolls combine tangy sourdough, sweet pumpkin spice, and nutty brown butter icing for the ultimate cozy fall breakfast. Pillowy spirals are filled with cinnamon sugar and topped with a smooth cream cheese brown butter glaze. Perfect for weekend brunch, campfire snacks, or holiday mornings.


Ingredients

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  • 3/4 cup unsalted butter
  • 1/2 cup whole milk, warmed
  • 1/2 cup active sourdough starter, bubbly and fed
  • 3/4 cup pumpkin puree
  • 1/3 cup granulated sugar
  • 3 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1 tablespoon ground cinnamon
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
  • 1/2 cup brown sugar
  • 3 tablespoons melted butter
  • 4 ounces cream cheese
  • 1 cup powdered sugar
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • Pinch of sea salt

  • Instructions

    1. Brown 3/4 cup butter in a light saucepan over medium heat until golden brown and nutty, then cool.

    2. In a bowl or mixer combine cooled brown butter, starter, pumpkin puree, warmed milk, and sugar until smooth.

    3. Add salt, cinnamon, nutmeg, and 3 cups flour, mixing until a rough dough forms. Add remaining flour until dough is soft and slightly tacky.

    4. Knead dough 8–10 minutes until smooth. Place in a greased bowl, cover, and let rise 3–4 hours until doubled.

    5. Roll dough into a 1/4-inch rectangle. Brush with 3 tablespoons melted butter and sprinkle brown sugar and cinnamon mixture. Roll into a log and cut into 12 rolls.

    6. Place rolls in a greased 9×13 pan, cover, and proof 2–3 hours until puffy. Bake at 375°F for 20–25 minutes until golden.

    7. To make icing, brown 1/4 cup butter, let cool, then whisk with cream cheese, powdered sugar, vanilla, and salt until smooth. Spread over warm rolls.

    • Prep Time: 30 minutes
    • Cook Time: 25 minutes
    • Category: breakfast
    • Method: baking
    • Cuisine: american

    Nutrition

    • Serving Size: 1 roll

    Keywords: sourdough, pumpkin, cinnamon rolls, brown butter, fall baking, pumpkin spice, autumn treats, cream cheese icing