Butter Pecan Sticky Buns Recipe
Don’t miss this Butter Pecan Sticky Buns Recipe! It’s ooey, gooey delicious, and you’ll want more. Start the day with a sweet treat like this, or save it for dessert for later!
The pecans are the perfect crunch on the soft and pillowy dough. When I make this, it’s gone within minutes of being sat on the table! Grab the napkins and a glass of milk!
Can you believe how good this looks? I always see food like this at restaurants, but being able to make it in my kitchen is one of the best! The flavor is crazy good.
Butter Pecan Sticky Buns Recipe
I love making these delicious breakfast buns by making homemade dough, filling it, and then pouring it on the topping. Each step brings breakfast perfection one step closer!
I love making these pecan rolls on the weekend, and my boys love it when I have this as a holiday breakfast or treat. The smell of the rolls as they’re baking is the best way to get everyone out of bed – running to eat the treats!
The next time that you want to put a spin on traditional cinnamon rolls, look no further than these pecan sticky buns. Each bite is so good – give yourself permission for more!
Are sticky buns and cinnamon rolls the same?
While sticky buns and cinnamon rolls might seem like twins, their distinct differences set them apart. Though both are beloved for their sweet, doughy goodness, sticky buns are typically baked with a gooey caramel glaze and chopped nuts at the bottom of the pan, creating a delightful mess that’s inverted after baking.
Cinnamon rolls, on the other hand, are known for their swirls of cinnamon sugar and are often topped with a creamy icing or glaze once they’re out of the oven.
While both treats share a similar dough base, their toppings and preparation methods offer unique flavors and textures that cater to different palates.
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What other nuts besides pecans can go on top of sticky buns?
Sticky buns are a delightful treat, and while pecans are a classic choice for topping, plenty of other nuts can elevate the flavor and texture.
With their rich, earthy taste, walnuts provide a wonderful crunch and complement the sweet, gooey topping. Almonds bring a slightly more delicate, yet equally satisfying, crunch and subtly sweet flavor. Hazelnuts add a unique buttery taste that pairs beautifully with caramelized sugar.
Try pistachios for a more exotic twist; their vibrant green color and distinctive flavor can make your sticky buns stand out. Cashews, with their creamy texture and mild sweetness, also make a delightful addition.
Whatever nut you choose, each offers a deliciously different experience that can transform your sticky buns into a gourmet delight.
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Butter Pecan Sticky Buns Recipe
These Butter Pecan Sticky Buns Recipe are delicious and loaded with sweet flavor! Perfect for breakfast or brunch!
Ingredients
Dough Ingredients:
- 1 cup warm milk
- 2 ½ teaspoons dry yeast
- 2 eggs
- ½ cup of softened butter
- ½ cup white granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 4 ½ cups all purpose flour
- 1/4 cup warm heavy cream (this will be poured on top later)
Filling Ingredients:
- 1 cup brown sugar
- 1 tablespoon cinnamon
- ¾ teaspoon nutmeg
- ¼ teaspoon ginger
- ¼ teaspoon cloves
- ½ cup of softened butter
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Buttered Pecans Ingredients:
- ½ cup unsalted butter
- ¾ cup dark brown sugar
- ¼ teaspoon cinnamon
- ⅓ cup heavy cream
- ¼ teaspoon salt
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 1 ½ cups pecan halves
Instructions
- Add the yeast on top of the warm milk and mix. Let it sit for 5 minutes.
- Cube the butter and add it to the milk and yeast mixture. Add the white sugar and eggs. Mix well.
- Add the salt and 4 cups of flour. Mix until just combined.
- Add a hook attachment to the mixer and knead the dough for 5 minutes. If the dough is too sticky, add the extra 1/2 cup of flour.
- Put the kneaded dough in an oiled and clean bowl and cover with a clean, damp towel. Let the dough rise for 30 minutes or until it is double the size it started. Do this at room temperature.
- As the dough is rising, make the filling by mixing brown sugar, cinnamon, cloves, nutmeg, and ginger.
- Add the softened butter and vanilla and blend with a fork. It should form a paste.
- Once the 30 minutes have passed for the dough to rise, take the dough out of the bowl and roll it into a large rectangle on a clean, floured surface. It should be about 1/2 an inch thick.
- Put the filling evenly on the dough and spread it out to cover.
- Fold the dough tightly and roll it to create a long log.
- Use a sharp knife to cut 10-12 cinnamon rolls.
- Put the rolls into the greased pan and cover them with a clean, damp towel.
- Let the rolls rise for 30 minutes until they are twice the size they were.
- Preheat the oven to 375 degrees.
- Pour the heavy cream on top of the cinnamon rolls.
- Put the pan in the oven and bake for 30 minutes. They should be lightly browned and bubbling.
- As the puns are baking, make the topping.
- Put the butter in a saucepan on medium heat and melt it down entirely.
- Add the brown sugar and let the two melt together until bubbling and smooth. Be sure that you stir the entire time or it will burn.
- Pour in the heavy cream and salt and stir until smooth and creamy.
- Take the pan off the heat and then stir in the vanilla. Add the pecan halves and fold them into the mixture.
- Afer the buns are done baking and out of the oven, pour the pecan mixture over the top of the entire pan. Spread it out to cover.
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Nutrition Information:
Yield: 12 Serving Size: 1Amount Per Serving: Calories: 667Total Fat: 38gSaturated Fat: 19gTrans Fat: 1gUnsaturated Fat: 17gCholesterol: 107mgSodium: 377mgCarbohydrates: 75gFiber: 3gSugar: 36gProtein: 9g
This data was provided and calculated by Nutritionix on 8/2/2024
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