Description
These Pumpkin Pie Cinnamon Roll Cups combine the fluffy, sweet comfort of cinnamon rolls with the rich, spiced flavor of pumpkin pie filling. Perfect for fall breakfasts or festive desserts, these easy-to-make treats bake quickly in a muffin tin and are topped with a creamy icing glaze and optional whipped cream or cinnamon garnish.
Ingredients
Scale
Cinnamon Roll Cups
- 1 can (8 rolls) refrigerated cinnamon rolls
Pumpkin Filling
- 1 cup pumpkin puree
- 1/3 cup granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon pumpkin pie spice
- 1 large egg
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
Topping
- Icing packet from cinnamon rolls (or 1/4 cup powdered sugar mixed with 1-2 teaspoons milk)
- Optional: Whipped cream or a sprinkle of cinnamon for garnish
Instructions
- Preheat and Prepare: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and grease an 8-cup muffin tin to prevent sticking.
- Shape Cinnamon Rolls: Press each refrigerated cinnamon roll into a cup shape within the muffin tin, forming a base and sides to hold the filling.
- Make the Filling: In a bowl, whisk together pumpkin puree, granulated sugar, pumpkin pie spice, egg, and vanilla extract until the mixture is smooth and well combined.
- Fill the Cups: Spoon the pumpkin mixture evenly into each cinnamon roll cup, filling them about three-quarters full to allow room for baking expansion.
- Bake: Place the muffin tin in the preheated oven and bake for 15-18 minutes, or until the cinnamon rolls are golden brown and the pumpkin filling is set.
- Cool Slightly: Remove the muffin tin from the oven and let the cups cool for a few minutes to firm up slightly before adding toppings.
- Add Topping: Drizzle the cinnamon roll cups with the provided icing while they are still warm. Optionally, add a dollop of whipped cream or a sprinkle of cinnamon on top for extra flavor and presentation.
Notes
- If you don’t have a cinnamon roll icing packet, you can easily make icing by mixing 1/4 cup powdered sugar with 1-2 teaspoons of milk until smooth.
- Make sure not to overfill the cinnamon roll cups with pumpkin filling to avoid spillage during baking.
- These cups are best enjoyed warm but can be stored in an airtight container and reheated gently before serving.
- For a dairy-free option, use non-dairy whipped cream and check cinnamon rolls for dairy ingredients.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 18 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
