Pumpkin rolls with rosemary and sea salt recipe (2024)

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These pumpkin rolls with rosemary and sea salt are the perfect fall bake. They are light, fluffy and coated with a slightly sweet honey butter glaze. Pumpkin is around here in the Southern Hemisphere too even though we are heading towards summer.

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I’m a big fan of baking with the squash family. One of my all-time favourite scone recipes is made with butternut. It feels somehow healthier using a vegetable in a scone or roll and replaces some of the fat content. They turn a brilliant yellow and taste delicious. I’m also convinced they contribute moisture.

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I slightly adapted this lovely receipt from Country Cleaver and updated the ingredients and method to metric too.

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After making them I set them aside to prove next to my heater because it was a rather chilly day and this is my best way to ensure my bread rises properly.

I could have perhaps overproved them slightly. I also realised after they were nicely shaped in balls and tucked under the tea towel that I had left the sugar out. I am normally fastidious about re-reading a recipe after completion to ensure I haven’t left anything out.

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Anyway, they tasted great without the sugar but I think I would have preferred the sweeter angle to these rolls. They would have also had asofter texture.

I had some leftover rosemary and honey butter that glazed the top and spread this on the rolls to eat. Absolutely delicious. I also added a slice of nice aged Cheddar which was heavenly.

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Freezing bread rolls

To ensure the freshness and flavour of your bread rolls, follow these freezing and thawing instructions:

Freezing:

  1. Cool Completely: Allow the bread rolls to cool completely to room temperature before freezing.
  2. Wrap Carefully: Place them in a resealable freezer bag.
  3. Label and Date: Clearly label the package with the date of freezing to keep track of its freshness.
  4. Freeze Quickly: Place the wrapped rolls in the freezer, ensuring they are stored in a single layer initially to prevent sticking together. Once they’re firm, you can stack them.

Thawing:

  1. Refrigerator Thawing: For the best results, transfer the frozen rolls to the refrigerator and let them thaw overnight. This gradual thawing method preserves their texture and taste.
  2. Room Temperature Thawing: If you’re in a hurry, you can thaw the rolls at room temperature for a few hours, but consume them promptly once they’re thawed.
  3. Oven Reheating: To enjoy warm and crispy rolls, preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C), then place the thawed rolls on a baking sheet and bake for 5-10 minutes until they are heated through and slightly crispy on the outside.

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These are dinner rolls designed to be eaten on the day and if made a little smaller could be perfect at a dinner party. You can adapt them using orange sweet potato or butternut.

Here are a few of my other favourite pumpkin recipes:

Roasted pumpkin with chilli yoghurt and coriander sauce

Spicy pumpkin and apple cake with cream cheese and maple frosting

Easy pumpkin and parmesan scones with thyme

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Recipe – makes 16 – 20 adapted from Country Cleaver

Pumpkin rolls with rosemary and sea salt

Light and fluffy pumpkin rolls infused with rosemary with a honey butter glaze.

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Prep Time:1 hour hr 30 minutes mins

Cook Time:25 minutes mins

Ingredients

Rolls:

  • 1/2 cup water between 38 - 40C / 102F -110 F
  • 1/4 cup milk Between 38C - 40C / 102F -110 F
  • 2 1/2 tsp 1 10gm packet Instant dry yeast
  • 1 tsp sugar
  • 1/3 cup sugar
  • 2 large free-range eggs
  • 1 1/2 tsp Salt
  • 85 gm butter 6 Tbsp, melted and cooled
  • 2 1/2 tsp fresh rosemary finely chopped + extra for topping
  • 1 cup mashed pumpkin made from fresh preferable
  • 4 1/2-5 cups all-purpose flour or cake flour depending on how moist the pumpkin is and therefore the dough

Honey Butter glaze:

  • 1/4 cup Butter room temperature
  • 2 Tbsp Honey
  • Sea salt flakes to sprinkle
  • Chopped rosemary – optional garnish ( I added this to the butter you almost can't get enough of it.

Instructions

  • Cook your pumpkin any way you prefer. I chopped it into big chunks and steamed it in a pot with a lid until soft. Allow to cool and drain. Then mash and drain off any excess water.

  • Heat the milk and water in a small bowl in the microwave until the desired temperature is reached. I use a thermometer here.

  • Add the 1 tsp sugar and yeast, stir and set aside to foam up for about 5 minutes.

  • Using a stand mixer the dough hook attached, add all the remaining ingredients. Slowly pour in the yeast, milk and waterand mix until a soft dough forms. It should start pulling away from the sides but will stick a little to the bottom. It really is a touch-and-feel process here. If it is too sticky, add a little more flour. I found I used just over 5 cups of flour.

  • Turn the dough out onto a lightly floured surface and give it a brief knead until it comestogether in a ball. Place in a greasedbowl, cover with plastic wrap or a tea towel and allow to prove in a warm place for aroundan hour. It should double in size.

  • When it's proven, return it to a lightly floured surf and cut it into 16 - 20 even pieces. Roll these into balls and place on a lined baking tray allowing space in between for the rolls to double in size. Cover with a tea towel and place back in a warm spot to prove for another hour.

  • Preheat the oven to 180C / 350F and bake for 20 - 25 minutes until golden brown.

  • Mix the butter, honey and additional finely chopped rosemary together and brush this liberally over the hot rolls as they come out of the oven. Sprinkle with sea salt flakes such as Maldon salt.

Servings: 16 - 20

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Pumpkin rolls with rosemary and sea salt recipe (2024)

FAQs

What is the secret to rolling a pumpkin roll? ›

Roll the cake while it's hot!

This is the secret to a perfectly-swirled roll cake. While the cake is still hot, use the parchment to transfer the cake from the baking pan onto a clean kitchen towel. Using the towel as a hot mitt, roll the cake into a tight spiral from the narrow side.

How do you make pumpkin rolls not crack? ›

Immediately roll the cake when it is hot out of the oven.

The longer you wait, the more likely it will crack. I know this seems nearly impossible, but lining the jelly roll pan with parchment paper is key and having good oven mitts to help you negotiate the hot pan is extremely helpful.

Why does my pumpkin roll crack when I unroll it? ›

The biggest trick to preventing your cake roll from cracking is to roll the cake up in the parchment paper as soon as it comes out of the oven. The hot cake will be soft and pliable and should roll up without cracking.

What is pumpkin roll filling made of? ›

Pumpkin Roll Ingredients

You likely have most of the ingredients you'll need on hand. If not, here's what to add to your grocery list: For the Cake: eggs, sugar, pumpkin puree, cinnamon, all-purpose flour, and baking soda. For the Filling: cream cheese, confectioners' sugar, butter, and vanilla extract.

Why is my pumpkin roll wet or sticky? ›

Make sure to measure your ingredients using the spoon-and-level method to avoid adding too much of any one ingredient! Why is my pumpkin roll wet or sticky? If your cake is sticky on the outside, this is likely from condensation that formed on the roll as it cooled.

How do you keep pumpkin rolls from sticking to parchment paper? ›

Spray or grease the parchment paper too. We want an extremely nonstick surface for this cake roll. Whisk the flour, baking powder, baking soda, cinnamon, pumpkin pie spice, and salt together in a large bowl.

Why is my pumpkin bread still raw in the middle? ›

When the toothpick comes out clean, the bread is done. If not, bake 5-10 minutes longer and recheck. PRO-Tip: Do not pull the loaves out without doing a toothpick check. If you remove the loaf too early, the middle will be raw.

What makes pumpkin roll crack? ›

My pumpkin rolls always crack; what am I doing wrong??

You also want to pull the cake from the oven as soon as it is done baking. An over-baked cake is much more likely to crack, even if rolled while it is hot from the oven.

What makes pumpkin bread fall apart? ›

Ones with a lot of mix-ins like nuts, chips, crumble etc. tend to fall apart more easily than a pumpkin bread that has less texture. Try running a butter knife or metal spatula all the way around, pressing against the pan (not against the bread).

Why is the top of my pumpkin roll sticky? ›

As the pumpkin roll cools, it has a tendency to form a little bit of condensation on the outside. This can cause it to feel a little wet or sticky. That's where the powdered sugar comes in! Not only does it add a little bit of extra sweetness, but it helps absorb some of that excess moisture.

Does pumpkin roll go bad? ›

Pumpkin rolls keep well in the refrigerator and freezer, so they're the perfect dessert to make ahead of time if you'd like. To store your pumpkin roll, wrap it up tightly in plastic wrap. Then you can either refrigerate it for up to 5 days, or freeze for up to 3 months.

How long can pumpkin roll sit out? ›

Homemade pie that has been left out for longer than two hours should be thrown away. If you left any pumpkin pie out for too long, don't be tempted to roll the dice.

Why is my pumpkin roll dry? ›

Overbaking can lead to a dry and brittle cake that is more likely to crack when rolled. Roll While Warm: After baking, roll the cake while it's still warm. Gently lift the kitchen towel with the cake and roll it into a log shape. Rolling while warm helps the cake remember its shape and prevents cracks.

What is the difference between Libby's pumpkin and pumpkin pie filling? ›

While the canned pumpkin puree is just canned pumpkin, the Libby "Canned Pumpkin Pie Filling" also has sugar syrup, natural flavoring, salt and spices.

Is pumpkin puree the same as canned pumpkin pie filling? ›

They are the same product. Both canned pumpkin puree and pie filling are useful, shelf-stable ingredients that can help speed up your kitchen prep time. Just remember that puree is unsweetened, while pie filling contains sugar and spices. This will help you choose the right pumpkin product for your recipes.

Why does my Swiss roll crack when I unroll it? ›

Why did my swiss roll fall apart?
  • The cake was under-baked: The cake will be very moist and difficult to handle. With the whipped cream it may have too much moisture and will fall apart easily.
  • The cake was over-baked: If over-baked the cake will be a lot drier and more prone to cracks.
Feb 24, 2021

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