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A close-up of pumpkin-shaped bread with a light cream cheese filling, showcasing a golden crust.

Pumpkin Shaped Bread With Cream Cheese Filling

Enjoy these adorable pumpkin-shaped breads filled with creamy cheese, perfect for fall gatherings or festive occasions.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 12 pieces
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Dough
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 cup warm water
  • 1/4 cup sugar
  • 1 packet (2 1/4 teaspoons) active dry yeast
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 cup unsalted butter, melted
  • 1 large egg
  • 1/2 cup canned pumpkin puree
  • 1 teaspoon pumpkin spice
Cream Cheese Filling
  • 4 oz cream cheese, softened
  • 1/4 cup powdered sugar
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 egg yolk for egg wash
Decoration
  • Sesame seeds for decoration

Method
 

  1. Combine warm water, sugar, and yeast; let sit until frothy.
  2. Mix flour and salt; add yeast mixture, butter, egg, pumpkin, and spice; knead into a smooth dough.
  3. Let dough rise for 1 hour; prepare cream cheese filling by mixing cheese, sugar, and vanilla.
  4. Divide dough into 12 balls, fill with cream cheese, shape into pumpkins, and place on baking sheet.
  5. Make indentations, brush with egg yolk, sprinkle sesame seeds, and bake at 350°F (175°C) for 20-25 minutes.

Notes

Ensure the dough is fully risen before shaping for best results.