Cinnamon rolls and pumpkin pie collide in these cozy pumpkin pie cinnamon roll cups. A cinnamon roll cup filled with a sweet, creamy pumpkin filling baked perfectly. So easy and perfect for Fall!

Pumpkin Pie Cinnamon Roll Cups on table with whipped cream on top of some and a icing glaze on others

Top with whipped cream and serve up for an unforgettable treat. These are a must for fall events when you want a treat to impress or a dessert that screams fall in each delicious bite.

This is a great dessert when you don’t know what to make. If you are craving the flavors of pumpkin pie but want a twist, try these cinnamon roll cups with pumpkin filling. Plus, they are crazy simple to make.

If you are more of an apple fan, try my apple pie cups that use cinnamon rolls as the base. They are one of our favorites as well.

Pumpkin Pie Cinnamon Roll Cups on table that are stacked on top of one another

What Is A Pumpkin Pie Cinnamon Roll Cup?

These cups are canned cinnamon rolls placed in a muffin cup. You push down the centers, fill them with pumpkin pie mix, and then bake them. When you bite into the cinnamon rolls, you also get pumpkin pie flavor.

Pumpkin Pie Cinnamon Roll Cups spread out all over the table with cinnamon sticks and other ingredients around the cups

Reasons To Make Pumpkin Cinnamon Roll Cups

Easy to make, and simple pantry ingredients are used.
These pumpkin cups are like two desserts; you get two tasty flavors in one bite-sized fall treat.
This recipe takes just 30 minutes to make from start to finish.
It’s great for you and your family, or you can make it and take it to parties and events or even gift it to loved ones.

ingredients for Pumpkin Pie Cinnamon Roll Cups on table: canned cinnamon rolls, pumpkin puree, brown sugar, egg, vanilla, pumpkin spice seasoning

Ingredients Needed

Cinnamon Rolls: You will use canned cinnamon rolls as the base. Use any brand you would like.

Pumpkin Puree: Canned pumpkin puree is the base of this dessert for the filling. Make sure it is a puree and not a canned pumpkin pie mix.

Egg: The egg is the binder and helps create that custard-like filling.

Brown Sugar Is the sweetener of the filling. It adds a light caramel-like flavor.

Pumpkin Pie Spice: This will help give the pumpkin filling that warm spice flavor you know and love.

Vanilla: A splash of vanilla will enhance all the flavors in the filling to a whole new level of yum.

Whipped Cream: This is optional but excellent for topping each cup before serving. It helps give it more of a pumpkin pie vibe.

pumpkin mixture for pumpkin pie filling for Pumpkin Pie Cinnamon Roll Cups in a glass bowl on table

cinnamon rolls pressed into a muffin tin on table

Variations and Substitutes

Here are a few ways you can change up this recipe to change up the flavors if you feel like a change.

You can use flavored cinnamon rolls. Depending on the time of year, they are available. This will give the dessert a twist of flavor.
You can use crescent rolls instead of cinnamon rolls or even puff pastry. However, if you swap, the cinnamon sugar cinnamon roll flavor will be lacking.
You can use sweet potato puree instead of pumpkin to make these into sweet potato pie cinnamon roll cups.
Use maple extract instead of vanilla for a richer fall flavor.
Add a bit of orange zest to the pumpkin filling for a citrus twist.
Top with a frosting of your choice. Cream cheese, cinnamon, or even a buttercream frosting would take the cups to a new level.

Pumpkin Pie Cinnamon Roll Cups with a cinnamon roll glaze drizzled on top sitting on table

Helpful Tips For Success

Make sure to use room temperature ingredients so it mixes up together better.

Grease your muffin tin before you place cinnamon rolls in each cup. That way, you can easily remove them without getting stuck.

Press down the centers, creating a well for the pumpkin filling. Otherwise, it will not hold the pumpkin pie filling and overflow.

Make sure the cinnamon rolls and pumpkin mixture bake all the way through. Then, allow them to cool, which helps increase the pumpkin filling.

Pumpkin Pie Cinnamon Roll Cups stacked on top of one another with one with a bite taken out of it

Storing Leftovers

Any leftover cups should be stored in the fridge in an airtight container for up to 3 days. Then, eat straight from the fridge!

You can also freeze the cups for up to 2 months. The night before, thaw them in the fridge.

overhead look of table full of Pumpkin Pie Cinnamon Roll Cups spread all over and a pumpkin to side and ingredients in small bowls

FAQs

Can I use fresh pumpkin instead of canned pumpkin puree?

Yes, you can! If you want to use fresh pumpkin puree, go ahead and do so. Just make sure to drain off any excess water if it is watery. It will work just the same!