Pecan & Pumpkin Cinnamon Buns (Bread Machine) Halloween Spec

May 08, 2023May 8, 20230 1
Pecan & Pumpkin Cinnamon Buns (Bread Machine) Halloween Spec
in Bakery

Prep

15 min

Cook

25 min

Ready In

40 min

Level

Easy

Rating

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Ingredients

1 1/4 cups warm milk
1 cup cooked mashed butternut squash ( alternatively Sweet Potato or Pumpkin )
2 eggs , beaten
4 tablespoons butter
1/4 cup sugar
3/4 teaspoon salt
4 cups bread flour
2 teaspoons active dry yeast
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/2 cup butter , to spread on rolled out dough
1/2 cup finely chopped pecan nuts
1/2 cup tightly packed brown sugar
4 teaspoons ground cinnamon
2 cups icing sugar
1/4 cup finely chopped pecan nuts
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
hot water , to make a liquid icing

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
12
Calories
555
Sugar
42g
Fat
24g
These Pecan & Pumpkin Cinnamon Buns are a fun and festive way to celebrate Halloween. The addition of pumpkin puree to the dough gives them a unique flavor and moist texture, while the pecans add a satisfying crunch. These buns are perfect for sharing with friends and family, and are sure to be a hit at any Halloween party. The decorative elements of the recipe, such as the blood-red icing and spooky spiderweb design, make these treats even more fun and festive.

Instructions

1.Add the milk, mashed squash, eggs, butter, sugar, salt, bread flour, yeast, and cinnamon to your bread machine in the order recommended by the manufacturer.
2.Select the dough cycle on your bread machine and press start.
3.When the dough cycle completes, transfer the dough to a lightly floured surface and roll out into a rectangle.
4.Spread the softened butter on the dough and sprinkle with pecans, brown sugar, and cinnamon.
5.Roll the dough up tightly, starting from the long edge, and cut into slices.
6.Arrange the slices in a prepared baking dish, then leave to rise in a warm place for around 30 minutes.
7.Preheat your oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C) and bake the cinnamon buns for approximately 20-25 minutes or until golden brown.
8.While the buns are baking, make the icing by whisking together the icing sugar, pecans, cinnamon, and hot water until smooth.
9.Drizzle the icing over the warm buns and enjoy!

PROS

These cinnamon buns are perfect for Halloween with their pumpkin flavour and festive decorations.

They are easy to make in a bread machine and perfect for sharing with family and friends.

CONS

These buns are indulgent and high in sugar and calories, so they are best enjoyed as an occasional treat.

They may not be suitable for those with nut allergies due to the pecans.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

While these buns are not the healthiest option, the pumpkin provides a source of vitamin A and fiber, while the pecans offer some healthy fats and protein. However, these benefits are outweighed by the added sugar and calories in the recipe.

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