Maple-Kissed Pumpkin Cinnamon Swirl Buns

Bucket of Bread

As the oven works its magic, your kitchen fills with the heady scent of cinnamon, brown sugar, and pumpkin, blending into a symphony of autumn aromas. The dough, soft and pillowy, cradles a sweet, spiced swirl, rising to golden perfection. When you pull them from the oven, each bun reveals a spiral of warm, tender layers, glistening under a drizzle of maple-kissed frosting that seeps into every delicious fold. These Maple-Kissed Pumpkin Cinnamon Swirl Buns promise a moment of pure, cozy indulgence—an invitation to savor the rich, comforting flavors of the season.

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Course Breakfast, Dessert, Snack

Cuisine American

Ingredients

The Swirls/Buns

1 Bag Your favorite Bucket of Bread Brand Dough We used Traditional White here
½ Cup Lukewarm water
1 Can Pumpkin Puree 15 ounces
1 Tbsp Baking Kit Mix Set aside for when rolling out dough
¼ Cup Melted Butter For brushing
1 Cup Brown Sugar
2 tsp Cinnamon
2 tsp Pumpkin Spice

For the Maple Kiss Frosting

2 Cups Powdered Sugar
2-3 Tbsp Milk
2 Tbsp Softened Butter
1 Tbsp Real Maple Syrup or ½ tsp of Maple extract

Instructions

Prepare the Dough

Set about a Tbsp of the baking kit mix to the side in a small dish.
In a large mixing bowl, or the bucket, add the baking kit mix and yeast packet.
Add the can of pumpkin pie filling.
Pour in the lukewarm water.
Mix the dough until smooth and there isn't anything dry left.
Let the dough rise covered or in the bucket with the lid ajar (preferably in a warm place) for 2-3 hours, or until it doubles in size.

Prepare the Filling

In a small bowl, mix the brown sugar, cinnamon together, and pumpkin spice.

Roll Out the Dough

After the dough has risen, punch it down and roll it out on a lightly floured surface using the tablespoon of baking mix you set aside earlier.
Brush the rolled-out dough with melted butter.
Evenly sprinkle the brown sugar, cinnamon, and pumpkin spice mixture over the surface.

Form the Buns

Starting from one end, tightly roll the dough into a log.
Slice the log into individual buns.
Place them in a butter brushed baking dish.

Bake

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and bake the buns for 20-25 minutes or until golden brown.

Make the Maple Frosting

While the buns are baking, prepare the frosting by mixing powdered sugar, softened butter, and milk until smooth. Add the maple extract or syrup and stir until well combined.

Serve

Once the buns are baked, let them cool slightly before drizzling the maple frosting over the top.
Dust with a light sprinkle of pumpkin spice.
Enjoy - Happy Fall, Y'all!

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Notes

To enhance the recipe, here are a few suggestions:

Add Nuts: Sprinkle chopped pecans or walnuts over the cinnamon and brown sugar filling before rolling the dough. The nuts will add a delightful crunch and complement the warmth of the cinnamon and pumpkin.
Pumpkin Spice: Incorporate a teaspoon of pumpkin spice into the dough or filling. This blend of cinnamon, nutmeg, ginger, and cloves will elevate the autumn flavors even more.
Cream Cheese in Frosting: For a richer frosting, mix in a bit of cream cheese with the butter, powdered sugar, and maple. This will create a tangy contrast to the sweet buns.
Candied Ginger: Add finely chopped candied ginger to the filling for a hint of spice and a chewy texture. It pairs wonderfully with the cinnamon and pumpkin.
Caramel Drizzle: In addition to or instead of the maple frosting, drizzle a bit of caramel sauce over the buns for an extra layer of indulgence.

These additions can make your Maple-Kissed Pumpkin Cinnamon Swirl Buns even more flavorful and festive!

Keyword Autumn, cinnamon, Fall, maple, Pumpkin Spice, sweet, sweet bread

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