Maple Pumpkin Cinnamon Rolls ll Pinterest Inspired

 *This post was originally published on 11/15/13.  Enjoy!

These Cinnamon Rolls popped up on Pinterest about a week ago and I was practically drooling.  And since it's fall... and since I'm a pumpkin fanatic...  well, these were baking in our house this weekend!  If you love pumpkin, these pumpkin cinnamon rolls just might find a place in your cookbook.

Maple Pumpkin Cinnamon Rolls
(*from Creme de la Crumb)

Dough:
2 1/4 tsp active dry yeast
1/4 c. warm water
about 3 c. flour
2/3 c. pumpkin puree
1/2 c. milk
1/4 c. butter, melted
1/4 c. sugar
1 tsp salt
1/4 tsp. pumpkin pie spice
1/2 tsp. vanilla

Filling:
1/4 c. sugar
1/4 c. brown sugar
1 1/2 tsp cinnamon
1/2 tsp pumpkin pie spice
4 Tbsp butter, melted

Frosting:
1 1/2 c. powdered sugar
1-2 Tbsp milk
1 tsp maple extract
1 Tbsp maple syrup

(or cheat like I did and use cream cheese frosting)

1. Dissolve yeast in water to proof.  Add pumpkin, milk, butter, sugar, salt, spice, and vanilla.  Mix together.  Slowly add flour, starting with 2/3 c., and slowly add add as dough forms a ball (mine took 3 c.)

2. Allow dough to rise in a warm place

3. Roll out dough on a lightly floured surface.  Mix together filling ingredients in a small bowl.  Brush melted butter over dough and sprinkle filling.  Roll dough tightly and cut into 9 sections.

4. Place cinnamon rolls in a greased pan, cut side down.  Cover and allow to rise until doubled in size (can also refrigerate at this time and bake in the morning).

5.  Preheat oven to 375 and bake 20 min or until golden brown.  Drizzle with prepared frosting and serve warm.

Enjoy!

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Fall Reading List ll 2025

Non-fiction:

Giving Your Words by Sally and Clay Clarkson

Hosting the Presence by Bill Johnson

Christian Heroes: John Newton

by Janet and Geoff Benge

Habits for a Sacred Home by Jennifer Pepito

Christian Heroes: C.S. Lewis

by Janet and Geoff Benge

Fiction:

The Christmas House by Beverly Lewis

Rapunzel and the Sea Witch by Kim Bussing

Anne of Avonlea by L.M. Montgomery

Anne of the Island by L.M. Montgomery

Anne of Windy Poplars by L.M. Montgomery

The Downstairs Girl by Stacey Lee

The Last Keeper (Dreamkeeper Saga #5)

by Kathryn Butler

Read Alouds:

Becoming Naomi Leon by Pam Munoz Ryan

After the Train by Gloria Whelan

Angel on the Square by Gloria Whelan

A Season of Gifts by Richard Peck

The Best Christmas Pageant Ever by Barbara Robinson

What's on Your Reading List?

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10 Cozy Autumn Homeschooling Ideas

Fall is in the air, and I am ready for it!

We have some HOT summers where we live so by the time fall arrives, we are all looking forward to it.  Now that we've passed my son's birthday (14 years!), we're filling our calendar with all the fun fall activities.  Many of these are events we've turned to again and again over the years, but there are a few new challenges in here as well.  Just some cozy autumn activities to bring warmth to our family and homeschool.

*Visit a Pumpkin Patch--This is something we've done nearly as long as we've been parents.  Sometimes we visit the pumpkin patch as part of a field trip, and sometimes, we go on our own.  Either way,  we make sure to include a stop at the petting zoo (hello, hands-on learning), some shopping at the vegetable stand (so many new varieties), and a seasonal treat.

*Make a seasonal drink--Autumn is the perfect time to be in the kitchen.  Maybe try your hand at homemade apple cider.  Or if you live in a warmer climate like me, what about an apple cider mocktail?

*Bake Apple Cider donuts--We've picked up some Apple Cider donuts at our local Farmer's Market a time or not.  So I'm thinking this year, it's time we tried making our own.  My daughter has a donut maker that she loves working with, and the smell of these treats is heavenly.  This looks like the perfect way to get the kids involved in baking.

*Decorate for fall--I don't do a lot of decorating other than at Christmas, but we do have a variety of decorative pumpkins that are fun to put out.  Pumpkins are versatile for the whole season, and decorating for the fall adds to the anticipation of the season.  Plus, it's a great way to put some emphasis on Thanksgiving, which often gets overlooked.

*Make a pumpkin dessert (or apple)-- I know... I know... I've talked enough about apples, right? But I'm dying to revive these Caramel Apple Cheesecake bars.... or maybe these Maple Pumpkin Cinnamon Rolls.  Or maybe something entirely new!

*Attend a fall festival--Our little area holds a variety of fall festivals.  I honestly think we're all just excited to get together after being under the A/C all summer.  So we have a lot to choose from.  Whether it be an apple festival, the salmon festival, or the honey bee festival, autumn is the perfect time to jump into these community activities.

*Make candles--A couple of years ago, the kids and I rolled wax candles.  It was a fun and easy activity to add some lightness to our homeschool. And then we wanted that homey feeling, we'd light one to burn while we did homeschool.  Rolled candles are easy for a variety of ages.  And if you want to take it a step further, why not borrow or invest in candle-making supplies?  Candle making is a great handicraft for any homeschool, and creates a useful gift for giving at Christmastime..

*Cook a pot of chili--Better yet, host a chili cook off with your homeschool group.  Pick a Saturday so the dads can join in, set the scene with a bonfire, and see who has the best family recipe (all fun and games, of course).  What a great way to build community.

*Carve a pumpkin--My kids have definitely upped their game in the last couple of years with more and more intricate designs.  I'm still a fan of the classic toothy smile pumpkin.  Whatever you prefer, make a family night out of it.  Make caramel corn, carve your pumpkins, and then watch a Charlie Brown special.  Laugh at the goofiness of the Peanuts gang and enjoy your treat, while the neighbors enjoy seeing your pumpkins on the porch.

*Enjoy a hay ride--Autumn is the perfect time for a hay ride.  Local pumpkin patches will usually offer one when they're open.  Or call your local U-Pick farm to ask if they have a hay ride available.  There's nothing like this nostalgic mode of transportation, and many kids have never had this experience.  Soak it in, laugh, sing goofy songs.... 

Autumn is ripe with possibilities.  

How are you adding to the cozy atmosphere in your homeschool?

Fall Hospitality

 *This post was originally published on 10/26/15.  Enjoy!

 

With fall upon us, there are still plenty of opportunities to invite other families into your home.  These are just a few ideas for fellowshipping in the fall season:

*Bonfire--These cooler days and early evenings are a perfect time to host a bonfire.  Stock up on hot dogs, chocolate, and marshmallows, and you have the perfect outdoor dinner to share.

*Soup Potluck--After a full summer menu of salads and grilling, we're craving savory and comforting soups.  Soup is a perfect potluck food for the fall, and paired with a fresh loaf of bread, it's a fun way to gather around the dinner table.

*Crafting Party--The holidays are quickly approaching, and it's a great time to start preparing those gifts and decorations.  Whether it's addressing Christmas cards, making a Christmas wreath, or preparing Thanksgiving decorations, it's always more fun with friends.  So invite a few friends over to spend time together and get some projects done.

*Carmel Apple Party--Carmel Apples are a perfect fall treat.  I've had this idea pinned on Pinterest for about a year, and I'd love to try it.  It's a fun way to customize your treat and be inspired by others' creations.

*Pumpkin Carving--It's not too late to carve those pumpkins.  Have a few friends over to carve pumpkins and then designate someone to roast the seeds for the group.  The kids will love checking out each other's creations, and the adults will enjoy spending the evening together.

What are your ideas for spending time with others in the fall?