Pumpkin Cinnasticks with Maple Cream Cheese Dip: A Cozy Fall Treat
These Pumpkin Cinnasticks with Maple Cream Cheese Dip are everything you love about fall in a warm, sweet, and comforting treat! Soft, fluffy, and bursting with pumpkin spice flavors, these cinnasticks are the perfect snack for cozy autumn afternoons. Dipped in a rich maple cream cheese sauce, they’re irresistible and ideal for sharing with family and friends. Ready to indulge in this seasonal favorite? Let’s get baking!
Recipe Details
Prep Time: 25 minutes (plus 1 hour 30 minutes rising)
Cook Time: 12 minutes
Total Time: 2 hours 7 minutes
Servings: 16 cinnasticks
Calories: ~200 kcal per cinnastick
Ingredients
Pumpkin Cinnasticks:
- 1/2 cup warm milk (100-105°F / 125 ml)
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar (50 g)
- 1 1/2 teaspoons active dry yeast (6 g)
- 1/2 cup pumpkin puree (122 g)
- 2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour (370 g)
- 1 teaspoon cinnamon
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
- 1/2 teaspoon ground ginger
- 1 large egg yolk
- 1/4 cup plus 2 tablespoons melted butter, divided (85 g)
- 1/4 cup brown sugar (50 g)
- 2 tablespoons pumpkin spice seasoning
- 1 tablespoon cinnamon sugar
Maple Cream Cheese Dip:
- 1/2 cup heavy cream (125 ml)
- 4 ounces cream cheese, softened
- 1/4 cup maple syrup (125 ml)
Instructions
Step 1: Prepare the Dough
- In a small bowl, combine the warm milk, granulated sugar, and active dry yeast. Let sit for 5 minutes until it becomes foamy. Stir in the pumpkin puree.
- In the bowl of a stand mixer, combine the yeast mixture with flour, cinnamon, salt, nutmeg, ginger, and egg yolk. Knead the dough on medium speed for 6-7 minutes (or knead by hand) until the dough is smooth. It will be soft and slightly sticky.
- Place the dough in a clean bowl, cover, and let it rise in a warm place for 1 hour, or until doubled in size.
Step 2: Make the Pumpkin Spice Butter
- In a small bowl, mix 1/4 cup melted butter with brown sugar and pumpkin spice seasoning. Set aside.
- Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
Step 3: Shape the Cinnasticks
- Lightly flour a clean surface. Punch down the dough and roll it into a 24×16-inch rectangle.
- Spread the pumpkin spice butter over half of the dough (a 12×8-inch section). Fold the dough in half lengthwise to create a 12×16-inch rectangle.
- Cut into 1-inch strips (you should have about 16 strips). Twist each strip by holding both ends and twisting in opposite directions. Place each twisted strip on the prepared baking sheet.
- Cover lightly with a cloth and let the cinnasticks rise in a warm place for 30 minutes.
Step 4: Prepare the Maple Cream Cheese Dip
- While the cinnasticks are rising, whip the heavy cream in a bowl until stiff peaks form.
- In a separate bowl, blend the softened cream cheese with maple syrup until smooth. Gently fold in the whipped cream until combined. Set aside.
Step 5: Bake and Finish
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Bake the cinnasticks for 10-12 minutes, or until golden brown on the bottom.
- Mix the remaining 2 tablespoons melted butter with cinnamon sugar. Brush this mixture over the baked cinnasticks. Let them cool for 5 minutes before serving.
Tips for Perfect Pumpkin Cinnasticks
- Make Ahead: Prepare the dough a day ahead and let it rise overnight in the fridge. This also enhances the flavors!
- Choose Your Dip: While the maple cream cheese dip pairs perfectly with pumpkin, you can also serve with a caramel or chocolate sauce for added variety.
- Store Leftovers: Keep leftover cinnasticks in an airtight container at room temperature for up to two days, or freeze for later enjoyment.
Why You’ll Love This Recipe
These Pumpkin Cinnasticks are the ultimate fall treat. With their warm pumpkin spice flavor, soft texture, and the addition of maple cream cheese dip, they’re perfect for cozying up with on cool autumn days. Serve them at a brunch, snack time, or as a dessert, and watch them disappear as everyone reaches for another!
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Pumpkin Cinnasticks
- Total Time: 2 hours 7 minutes
- Yield: 16 1x
Description
These Pumpkin Cinnasticks bring together the comforting flavors of cinnamon, nutmeg, and pumpkin for a cozy fall treat. Soft and fluffy, each stick is lightly spiced and brushed with cinnamon sugar butter after baking. Paired with a creamy maple cream cheese dip, they’re perfect for dipping and sharing, offering a hint of sweetness in every bite.
Ingredients
Pumpkin Cinnasticks:
1/2 cup warm milk (100-105°F / 125 ml)
1/4 cup granulated sugar (50 g)
1 1/2 teaspoons active dry yeast (6 g)
1/2 cup pumpkin puree (122 g)
2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour (370 g)
1 teaspoon cinnamon
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
1/2 teaspoon ground ginger
1 large egg yolk
1/4 cup plus 2 tablespoons melted butter, divided (85 g)
1/4 cup brown sugar (50 g)
2 tablespoons pumpkin spice seasoning
1 tablespoon cinnamon sugar
Maple Cream Cheese Dip:
1/2 cup heavy cream (125 ml)
4 ounces cream cheese, softened
1/4 cup maple syrup (125 ml)
Instructions
Prepare the Dough: In a small bowl, combine warm milk, granulated sugar, and active dry yeast. Let sit for 5 minutes until foamy. Stir in the pumpkin puree.
In a stand mixer bowl, combine the yeast mixture with flour, cinnamon, salt, nutmeg, ginger, and egg yolk. Knead the dough for 6-7 minutes until smooth (or knead by hand). The dough will be soft and slightly sticky. Place in a clean bowl, cover, and let rise in a warm place for 1 hour, until doubled.
Make the Pumpkin Spice Butter: Mix 1/4 cup melted butter with brown sugar and pumpkin spice seasoning. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
Shape the Cinnasticks: Lightly flour a clean surface. Punch down the dough and roll it into a 24×16-inch rectangle. Spread the pumpkin spice butter over half (12×8 inches) of the dough. Fold the dough in half lengthwise to make a 12×16-inch rectangle. Cut into 1-inch strips (about 16 strips). Twist each strip by holding both ends and twisting in opposite directions. Place on the prepared baking sheet. Cover lightly and let rise in a warm area for 30 minutes.
Prepare the Dip: While the cinnasticks rise, whip the heavy cream in a bowl until stiff peaks form. In a separate bowl, blend the cream cheese with maple syrup until smooth. Fold in the whipped cream until well combined. Set aside.
Bake and Finish: Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C). Bake the cinnasticks for 10-12 minutes until golden brown on the bottom. Mix the remaining 2 tablespoons melted butter with cinnamon sugar and brush over the baked cinnasticks. Let cool for 5 minutes before serving.
Serve: Enjoy warm with maple cream cheese dip!
- Prep Time: 25 minutes (plus 1 hour 30 minutes rising)
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
Nutrition
- Calories: 200