Pumpkin Buns/Rolls|How to make them?

Written by Maya Shetty in BUNS, CAKES & BAKES, FESTIVALS & HOLIDAYS, FOOD, PUMPKIN, THANKSGIVING

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Pumpkin Buns/Rolls : Soft, warm, healthy, delightful treats that will steal the spotlight on your Thanksgiving table.They are quick & easy to make. They are made plain, spiced or with filling inside.It need not always be about the turkey, right?

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My fascination with Pumpkins

The big, round, orange gourd has always sparked joy in my Fall-loving heart. Perhaps, it started with the Great pumpkin story of Charlie Brown ?Perhaps it’s associated with the nostalgia of beautiful Fall memories. There is unexplainable joy in visiting a pumpkin patch in Fall, carving a pumpkin, pumpkin spiced drinks, pumpkin pies & more. Did you know pumpkin seeds are mood boosters?

I love pumpkins!

How the Pumpkin bun came to be on our Thanksgiving table this year

Each year, around this time when the weather outside gets cold & the baking season begins, I like to experiment with a new recipe. This year, I was fascinated by these cute pumpkin rolls I saw on the net & wanted to try making them. They were so easy to make & tasted delicious.

Fluffy, warm, soft deliciousness dipped in a spicy gravy is our new addition to an Indian inspired Thanksgiving menu this year.

**Step by step instructions for making Pumpkin Buns**

How to make Pumpkin Buns/Rolls ?

Pumpkin Buns/Rolls|How to make them?

Recipe by Maya Shetty

Course: BUNS, CAKES & BAKES, FESTIVALS & HOLIDAYS, FOOD, PUMPKIN, THANKSGIVING

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Servings

servings

Prep time

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Cooking time

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Calories

712

kcal

Total time

hours

minutes

Ingredients

1 1/2 cup 1 1/2 All Purpose Flour/Maida You can avoid wheat flour completely & use only all Purpose flour or vice-versa. I tried a mix of both.
1/2 cup 1/2 Whole Wheat flour
2 tbsp 2 Instant Dry yeast
2 tbsp 2 Brown Sugar
5 tbsp 5 Milk Luke warm
3 tbsp 3 Olive Oil
1/2 cup 1/2 Water to knead
1 tsp 1 Salt

Directions

In a small bowl, proof yeast first. This requires adding the instant yeast in lukewarm milk, where sugar is added. The active yeast will go to work on the sugar and a bubbly foam will start to form on the surface from the carbon dioxide being released. This foam is proof that the yeast is active, and once you see it, you can add the yeast to your bread dough.
While the yeast is foaming, in a mixing bowl add the two flours & salt, mix well & let sit.
Next add the foamed/proofed yeast mix to the flour , along with the water & start kneading the dough, after greasing your palms with the olive oil used for kneading. This helps in the dough not sticking to your hands. Let sit for an hour or two for the dough to rise.Place it in a cool dark spot in the kitchen for the dough to rise evenly.
Once the dough rises and has doubled in size , punch it down & start making small rolls & seat them on the baking tray lined with parchment paper.
Next use the baking twine to tie it around the roll dividing it into 8 equal parts. Let sit for 30 minutes
Next preheat the oven at 400 F / 210 C
Meanwhile, brush the rolls with butter/ghee/egg wash
Place the baking tray containing the pumpkin rolls in the oven. Bake them for 15-20 minutes, until you see a golden brown top.
Remove from oven. Let it cool down a bit. Remove the baking twine gently taking care not to break the bread roll.
Apply some butter on top & serve warm with your spicy gravy.

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Nutrition Facts

4 servings per container

Amount Per ServingCalories712
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 46g 71%
- Saturated Fat 7g 35%
Cholesterol 8mg 3%
Sodium 2373mg 99%
Potassium 317mg 10%
Total Carbohydrate 70g 24%
- Dietary Fiber 6g 24%
- Sugars 27g
Protein 10g 20%

Vitamin A 2%
Calcium 13%
Iron 11%

* The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

What are the variations you can use while making Pumpkin buns?

Pumpkin buns can be made with stuffing like sweetened cheese or sweet halwa. Check out my chicken stuffed buns here.You can use any stuffing you like, sweet, vegetables, meat etc.
Adding eggs to the dough makes it more richer & tastier, is what I am told. I personally have not tried it, since I am allergic to eggs.
Brushing the buns with egg wash or cream gives them a richer & golden brown exterior.
Maple syrup or honey can be used in place of brown sugar/sugar.
One can use All purpose flour, Whole wheat flour or Self rising flour in different combinations or alone for the dough.

Are you going try making some at home for friends & family? It’s a lot of fun to try different variations during the holiday season.The kids and the grown ups would love these soft, comforting snacks as a side or a starter at any festive gathering. Go give it a try!