In a large bowl, add warm water. Add sugar and yeast. Mix until dissolved.

Add oil, egg, and pumpkin puree.

Mix in 3 1/2 cups flour and salt until dough forms. The dough will be quite sticky at this point.

Pour the dough onto floured surface kneading in the remaining 1 cup flour. Knead for 1-2 minutes until all the flour has been absorbed. The dough will be tacky but should not be sticky. Place back in bowl, set in warm place to rest and rise for 15 minutes.

Roll dough out into a rectangle that is about 3/4 inch thick. The rectangle should be about 12 inches by 16-18 inches. This will allow you to cut 12 rolls, each being about 1 1/2 inches thick.

Spread with pumpkin filling and sprinkle with chocolate chips.

Carefully roll up. Using floss or string, cut 12 rolls that are about 1 1/2 inches thick then place on a greased cookie sheet.

Cover and let rest/rise in warm place for about 10 to 15 minutes.

Bake at 350°F for about 22 to 25 minutes or until a thermometer in the center of the roll reach 195°F or higher. If temping make sure it is in the dough and not the filling.

Begin by placing your softened full-fat cream cheese and salted butter in a large mixing bowl. These ingredients should be at room temperature to ensure your frosting is smooth and free of lumps.

Using a hand mixer or a stand mixer fitted with the paddle attachment, beat the cream cheese and butter together on medium speed until they’re well combined and creamy. This process aerates the fats, making for a light and fluffy frosting. It usually takes about 1 to 2 minutes, depending on the warmth of your ingredients.

Once your base is smooth, add a generous tablespoon of high-quality vanilla extract. Mix for another 15 to 30 seconds until the vanilla is fully incorporated.

Gradually add the powdered sugar to the cream cheese mixture. Start on low speed to incorporate the sugar without sending them airborne. Once they’re mostly integrated, increase the speed to medium and beat until the mixture is completely smooth and has a light, spreadable consistency (about 1-2 minutes).

Don’t forget to periodically scrape down the sides and bottom of the bowl with a spatula. This step is crucial to ensure all the ingredients are evenly mixed and that your frosting is uniform in texture and flavor.