When the air turns crisp and leaves crunch underfoot, it can only mean one thing fall baking season is here. One recipe that never fails to delight both kids and adults alike is our Pumpkin Spice Cinnamon Roll Mummies. These spooky-cute pastries combine the warm, nostalgic flavor of cinnamon rolls with a seasonal twist of pumpkin spice and a playful Halloween look.
Whether you’re planning a cozy fall brunch, a classroom treat, or something festive for Halloween night, these mummies will steal the show. Let’s walk through how to make them step-by-step and share all the tricks (and treats) you need to get them just right.
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Pumpkin Spice Cinnamon Roll Mummies
- Total Time: 1 hour 38 minutes
- Yield: 12 mummies
Description
These Pumpkin Spice Cinnamon Roll Mummies are spooky-cute, soft, and full of cozy fall flavor. Flaky dough, pumpkin spice filling, sweet glaze, and candy eyes make them the perfect Halloween breakfast, brunch, or party treat!
Ingredients
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tbsp sugar
- 1 tbsp instant yeast
- ½ tsp salt
- ¾ cup warm milk
- 3 tbsp unsalted butter, melted
- 1 egg
- ⅓ cup canned pumpkin puree
- 2 tbsp brown sugar
- 1 tsp pumpkin pie spice
- 1 tbsp softened butter
- ¾ cup powdered sugar
- 1 tbsp milk (plus more as needed)
- Candy eyes
- Optional: mini chocolate chips
Instructions
- Mix warm milk, sugar, and yeast. Let foam, then add flour, salt, egg, and melted butter. Knead until smooth and let rise 60 minutes.
- In a small bowl, mix pumpkin puree, brown sugar, pumpkin spice, and softened butter.
- Roll dough into a rectangle, spread pumpkin filling, then roll up from the long side. Slice into 1-inch rolls.
- Flatten rolls slightly and use extra dough strips to wrap like mummy bandages, leaving space for eyes.
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Bake rolls on a lined sheet 15–18 minutes until golden brown.
- Mix powdered sugar and milk to make glaze. Drizzle over cooled rolls and add candy eyes.
Notes
Don’t overfill with pumpkin mixture to avoid bursting. Use piping bags for neat glaze. Let glaze set slightly before placing candy eyes so they stay in place.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes (plus 60 minutes rise time)
- Cook Time: 18 minutes
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients for Pumpkin Spice Cinnamon Roll Mummies
These mummies start with a flaky cinnamon roll dough, get filled with a pumpkin-spiced mixture, and are finished with fun candy eyes and a sweet glaze “wrap.” You’ll find most of these ingredients in your pantry or local grocery store.
For the Dough:
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tbsp sugar
- 1 tbsp instant yeast
- ½ tsp salt
- ¾ cup warm milk
- 3 tbsp unsalted butter, melted
- 1 egg
For the Filling:
- ⅓ cup canned pumpkin puree
- 2 tbsp brown sugar
- 1 tsp pumpkin pie spice
- 1 tbsp softened butter
For the Glaze & Decorations:
- ¾ cup powdered sugar
- 1 tbsp milk (plus more as needed)
- Candy eyes
- Optional: mini chocolate chips for added expression
Tip: You can use store-bought crescent or cinnamon roll dough to save time.
How to Make Pumpkin Spice Cinnamon Roll Mummies
Let’s break it down into a few simple steps. These mummies come together quickly and are great for getting little hands involved in the decorating process.
Step 1: Make the Dough (or prep store-bought)
Mix warm milk, sugar, and yeast. Let it foam, then add flour, salt, egg, and melted butter. Knead until smooth and let rise for 60 minutes.
Step 2: Prepare the Filling
Stir together pumpkin puree, brown sugar, butter, and pumpkin spice in a small bowl.
Step 3: Roll and Fill
Roll out the dough into a rectangle. Spread the pumpkin mixture evenly, then roll it up from the long side. Slice into 1-inch rolls.
Step 4: Shape the Mummies
Flatten each roll slightly and use strips of extra dough to “wrap” like bandages. Leave space for the eyes.
Step 5: Bake
Preheat oven to 350°F. Bake on a lined baking sheet for 15–18 minutes, until golden brown.
Step 6: Decorate
Let cool, then drizzle with glaze and add candy eyes. Your mummies are ready to spook!
Tips for Perfect Cinnamon Roll Mummies
Here are some helpful tips to make your mummies both adorable and delicious:
- Don’t overfill. A little pumpkin filling goes a long way and keeps the rolls from bursting.
- Chill the dough briefly before shaping if it’s too soft to handle.
- Use piping bags or zip-lock bags for neater icing drizzle.
- Place candy eyes after the glaze has slightly set so they stay in place.
Craving more fall flavors? These Pumpkin S’mores Cookies and Sweet Sourdough Pumpkin Bread are reader favorites right now.
Variations on This Recipe
Want to mix things up? These mummy rolls are easy to adapt for different tastes and diets.
Gluten-Free Option:
Use your favorite gluten-free flour blend and add 1 tsp xanthan gum if the mix doesn’t include it. Dough may be slightly more fragile, so work carefully when wrapping.
Add a Streusel Topping:
Before baking, sprinkle a simple streusel (brown sugar, flour, and butter) between the folds for added crunch.
Cream Cheese Glaze:
Swap the glaze for a cream cheese drizzle using:
- 2 oz cream cheese
- 2 tbsp butter
- ½ cup powdered sugar
- 1 tsp vanilla
These swaps are also lovely in our Pumpkin Bread with Cream Cheese or Banana Chocolate Chip Pumpkin Bread too.
How to Store Your Mummies
You’ve baked a batch now here’s how to keep them fresh:
- Room Temperature: Store in an airtight container up to 2 days.
- Refrigerator: Keeps for 4–5 days; warm before serving for best taste.
- Freezer: Freeze unglazed mummies for up to 1 month. Thaw and glaze before serving.
Need more inspiration for lunchbox-ready fall treats? Check out our Healthy Pumpkin Oatmeal Bars and Apple Pumpkin Streusel Muffins.
FAQs: Pumpkin Spice Cinnamon Roll Mummies
Can I use store-bought cinnamon rolls?
Yes! Canned cinnamon roll dough saves time. Just unroll, add the pumpkin filling, reroll, and continue as normal.
How do I keep the eyes from sliding off?
Let the glaze set slightly before placing the eyes. You can also use a dab of extra icing to “glue” them in place.
Can I make these ahead for a party?
Absolutely. Bake a day in advance and store in a container. Add eyes and icing just before serving.
Do these freeze well?
Yes, freeze without glaze and eyes. Thaw, reheat briefly, then decorate.
Conclusion
These Pumpkin Spice Cinnamon Roll Mummies are more than just adorable they’re warm, gooey, and packed with the cozy flavors we crave all season long. Whether you’re baking with kids or surprising friends with a Halloween-themed treat, this recipe is a hit every time.
And if fall baking is your thing, don’t miss our Brown Sugar Pumpkin Loaf or Healthy Pumpkin Donut Holes they pair perfectly with a cup of chai or coffee on a chilly afternoon.