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Caramel Pecan Sticky Buns

Soft, sweet, and filled with warm caramel and toasted pecans, these sticky buns are perfect for breakfast or dessert.

  • Total Time: 70 minutes
  • Yield: 12 servings 1x

Ingredients

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  • 1 cup warm milk (about 115°F)
  • 2–1/2 tsps dry instant yeast
  • 1/2 cup granulated sugar
  • 1/3 cup melted butter
  • 2 eggs, lightly beaten
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 4–1/2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 cup softened butter
  • 1 cup brown sugar, packed
  • 1/4 cup granulated sugar
  • 2 Tbsps cinnamon
  • 1 cup brown sugar
  • 2/3 cup heavy cream
  • 1 cup chopped pecans

Instructions

  1. Warm the milk to about 115°F and grease a 9×13-inch pan with butter.
  2. In a large bowl, mix the warm milk and yeast. Let stand for 5 minutes.
  3. Stir in 1/2 cup granulated sugar, melted butter, eggs, salt, and 2 cups of the flour until smooth.
  4. Add the remaining flour 1 cup at a time until the dough is soft and slightly sticky.
  5. Knead the dough for 5–7 minutes until smooth and elastic, then let it rise until doubled (about 1 hour).
  6. For the filling, mix 1/2 cup softened butter, 1 cup brown sugar, 1/4 cup granulated sugar, and 2 Tbsps cinnamon until smooth.
  7. Punch down the dough and roll it into a large rectangle (about 16×12 inches).
  8. Spread the filling evenly and sprinkle chopped pecans over it.
  9. Roll the dough tightly from the long side and cut into 12 equal rolls.
  10. Make the caramel sauce by heating 1 cup brown sugar and 2/3 cup heavy cream until smooth and slightly thick.
  11. Pour warm caramel into the bottom of the greased pan and arrange the rolls on top.
  12. Cover and let rise for 30–45 minutes until puffy.
  13. Preheat oven to 350°F and bake rolls for 25–30 minutes until golden.
  14. Let cool for 5 minutes, then invert onto a tray to coat buns with caramel and serve warm.

Notes

Best enjoyed warm. Can be modified for a ‘healthier version’ by reducing sugar or using lower-fat ingredients.

  • Author: miguel-santiago
  • Prep Time: 40 minutes
  • Cook Time: 30 minutes
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 roll
  • Calories: 350
  • Sugar: 18g
  • Sodium: 300mg
  • Fat: 12g
  • Saturated Fat: 4g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 8g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 45g
  • Fiber: 2g
  • Protein: 6g
  • Cholesterol: 85mg

Keywords: caramel, pecan, sticky buns, dessert, brunch