These pumpkin buns have the beautiful orange color of pumpkins but are savory and delicious with some butter spread on them. They are wonderful to use as a bread for sandwiches or to serve as a dinner roll with a roast dinner.
To make the pumpkin buns, you first make a dough with pumpkin puree, egg, salt, sugar, yeast, and flour. Then, after it has doubled in size, it gets divided into buns before being allowed to rise again. Finally, they are cooked in a pan on the stove so that they become golden on both sides.
What are Pumpkin Buns?
Pumpkin buns are a type of bread that includes pumpkin puree, which imparts an orange color to the dough and gives the buns a slight pumpkin flavor. The buns are fluffy and surprisingly savory, making them great to use as a sandwich bread or to have with butter alongside a roast dinner.
Pro Tips
- You can use homemade or store bought pumpkin puree for the pumpkin buns. However, if you choose to use homemade pumpkin puree, make sure you drain out the excess water so that your dough isn’t too wet.
- As with other bread making, make sure your yeast is fresh before you begin making the buns.
- If your dough isn’t rising, you can place it in a warmer location in your home to help it rise faster.
- Cook the buns over low heat to prevent them from burning.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I Use Homemade Pumpkin Puree in Pumpkin Buns?
Yes, you could definitely use homemade pumpkin puree in your pumpkin buns. Simply roast or boil the pumpkin until it is soft, before pureeing it until it is smooth. Roasting is generally a better option than boiling as the pumpkin won’t have as much water in it.
What Can I Serve Pumpkin Buns With?
These pumpkin buns can be spread with butter, honey, or cinnamon butter if you like. However, you could also fill them with any of your favorite sandwich fillings like deli-style meat, cheese, mustard, or arugula if you like as well.
Can I Add Other Seasonings to Pumpkin Buns?
Yes, you can take pumpkin buns in both a sweet or savory direction. For a sweeter bun, consider adding warm spices like cinnamon or nutmeg to the dough. Meanwhile, for more savory buns, you could add complimentary herbs like rosemary or thyme to the dough.
How to Store Pumpkin Buns
Leftover pumpkin buns can be stored in a sealed bag or container at room temperature or in the freezer. At room temperature, they should stay fresh for 2 to 3 days, whereas in the freezer, they should keep for up to 3 months.
Ingredients
How to Make Soft Pumpkin Buns
In a bowl, whisk the pumpkin puree with the egg. Stir in the yeast, sugar, and salt.
In a bowl, whisk the pumpkin puree with the egg. Stir in the yeast, sugar, and salt.
Stir the flour and oil into the pumpkin mixture, and knead it until a smooth dough is formed. Set it aside to rise for 1 ½ hours.
Stir the flour and oil into the pumpkin mixture, and knead it until a smooth dough is formed. Set it aside to rise for 1 ½ hours.
Divide the dough into four pieces and shape them into buns. Place them in a pan, cover them, and allow them to rise for 15 minutes.
Divide the dough into four pieces and shape them into buns. Place them in a pan, cover them, and allow them to rise for 15 minutes.
Cook the buns over low heat until they are golden brown on both sides and cooked through.
Cook the buns over low heat until they are golden brown on both sides and cooked through.
Serve and enjoy!
Serve and enjoy!
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