Easy Pumpkin Cinnamon Roll Recipe
This adorable pumpkin cinnamon roll recipe is an easy fall breakfast made with canned cinnamon rolls and festive orange icing — perfect for brunch!
Make these easy pumpkin rolls for the family this fall! Spice up your next weekend brunch with this quick recipe.
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We absolutely love this easy recipe. The boys request that I make cinnamon buns all the time, so anytime that I can make them festive, I will!
I’ve turned them into ghosts, Valentine’s hearts, Easter bunnies, shamrocks, and lots more!
What could be better than hot, gooey homemade cinnamon rolls straight from the oven?! These easy pumpkin-shaped cinnamon buns are so fun to make for pumpkin season — let me show you how.
Cinnamon Roll Recipe
Ingredients
- Pillsbury Grands Cinnamon Rolls – These refrigerated cinnamon rolls make this recipe incredibly quick while baking up soft, fluffy, and delicious every time.
- Non-stick baking spray – A light coating helps prevent sticking and makes cleanup a breeze.
- Orange food coloring – Just a few drops transform the icing into the perfect pumpkin-inspired topping for a festive fall treat.
Tip: Homemade cream cheese icing can also be added to the top of the buns, but using the icing that comes with the cinnamon rolls is just as good in our opinion! We’ve tried different brands, but Pillsbury rolls are always better than any other store brand.
Instructions
1. Open the can of dough and set aside the icing. Preheat oven to 350 degrees F.
2. Unroll the end of each of the cinnamon rolls to create a “stem” shape.
3. Place rolls onto a parchment paper-lined baking sheet.
Note: One container of Grands cinnamon rolls will make five large pumpkin cinnamon buns or ten small buns when the roll of dough is unwound and cut in half. I used leftover dough (about three large rolls) from our cinnamon roll brains recipe to make six small pumpkin buns.
4. Bake for 25 minutes or until the tops turn golden brown.
5. In a small bowl, mix icing with food coloring.
6. Spread the orange icing over the warm cinnamon buns.
7. Serve warm.
This is the perfect dish for breakfast in bed on a cool fall day. Pair warm cinnamon rolls with ice cream, chocolate-dipped strawberries, or chocolate-dipped apples.
Anything that I can basically just throw in the oven is a win in my books, like this amazing cinnamon roll casserole recipe that the kids love. It makes the whole house smell amazing.
How to Store These Cinnamon Rolls
If you have leftovers of this recipe, which is highly unlikely, you can store them in an airtight container (or covered in plastic wrap) at room temperature for a day or in the fridge for up to one week.
This is our new favorite simple recipe to make for Sunday morning breakfast during the cooler months of September and October. It’s a big hit with the entire family and the perfect way to feed a crowd on busy mornings.
Cinnamon Roll Variations
- Add apple pie filling and brown sugar to the base of the casserole dish to make apple cinnamon roll casserole.
- Place the ingredients into an air fryer basket to make air fryer cinnamon rolls.
- Refrigerate overnight or for at least four hours before cooking to create an overnight breakfast casserole.
- Place the ingredients into a slow cooker and cook for 2 hours on the low setting to create crockpot cinnamon rolls.
- Another favorite is drizzling caramel sauce or maple syrup overtop for a truly sweet treat.
This would also be great served with a dash of pumpkin spice and whipped cream or walnuts and caramel! It’s the ultimate brunch dish, delicious dessert, or special holiday treat.
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Kitchen Essentials for Baking
- I love using this non-stick bakeware for all of my baking.
- These silicone mitts are perfect for grasping hot pans and baking dishes.
- This Henckel knife is my favorite for slicing and dicing in the kitchen.
- These parchment paper bags are perfect for packaging and these large Rubbermaid food storage containers are great for storing baking in the freezer.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I make these pumpkin cinnamon rolls ahead of time?
Yes! You can shape the cinnamon rolls into pumpkins, cover them, and refrigerate them overnight. Bake them fresh the next morning and decorate with the orange icing before serving.
How do I store leftover pumpkin cinnamon rolls?
Store leftover cinnamon rolls in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2 days or in the refrigerator for up to 1 week. Warm them in the microwave for a few seconds before serving for the best texture.
Can I freeze pumpkin cinnamon rolls?
Absolutely! Freeze baked cinnamon rolls in a freezer-safe container for up to 2 to 3 months. Thaw overnight in the refrigerator and warm before serving, or freeze them before baking if you prefer fresh-baked rolls later.
Can I use homemade cinnamon roll dough instead of refrigerated dough?
Yes! Homemade cinnamon roll dough works beautifully if you have extra time. Simply shape the dough into pumpkins before the final rise, then bake and frost as directed.
Why should I frost cinnamon rolls while they’re still warm?
Spreading the icing over warm cinnamon rolls allows it to melt slightly into every swirl, adding delicious flavor to every bite. If you prefer thicker icing that sits on top, let the rolls cool completely before frosting.
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Pumpkin Cinnamon Roll Recipe
Ingredients
- 1 – 17.5 oz containers of Pillsbury Grands Cinnamon Rolls
- Non-stick baking spray
- Orange food coloring
Instructions
- Open the can of dough and set aside the icing. Preheat oven to 350 degrees F.
- Unroll the end of each of the cinnamon rolls to create a "stem" shape.
- Place rolls onto a parchment paper-lined baking sheet.
- Bake for 25 minutes or until the tops turn golden brown.
- In a small bowl, mix icing with food coloring.
- Spread the orange icing over the warm cinnamon buns.
- Serve warm.
Notes
- Homemade cream cheese icing can also be added to the top of the buns, but using the icing that comes with the cinnamon rolls is just as good in our opinion!
- We’ve tried different brands, but Pillsbury rolls are always better than any other store brand.
- One container of Grands cinnamon rolls will make five large pumpkin cinnamon buns or ten small buns when the roll of dough is unwound and cut in half. I used leftover dough (about three large rolls) from our cinnamon roll brains recipe to make six small pumpkin buns.
