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Pecan Sticky Buns


  • Author: Christine
  • Total Time: 2 hours 30 minutes (includes rising time)

Ingredients

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For the Dough:

  • 1 cup warm milk (about 110°F)
  • 2 ¼ teaspoons (1 packet) active dry yeast
  • ¼ cup granulated sugar
  • ¼ cup unsalted butter, melted
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 2 large eggs
  • 4 cups all-purpose flour

For the Filling:

  • ½ cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 1 cup brown sugar, packed
  • 2 tablespoons ground cinnamon

For the Topping:

  • ½ cup unsalted butter
  • 1 cup brown sugar, packed
  • ¼ cup honey
  • 2 tablespoons heavy cream
  • 1 cup chopped pecans

Instructions

Prepare the Dough

  1. Activate the Yeast: In a small bowl, dissolve the yeast and sugar in the warm milk. Let sit for 5-10 minutes, until foamy.
  2. Mix the Dough: In a large mixing bowl, combine the yeast mixture, melted butter, eggs, and salt. Gradually add the flour and mix until a dough forms.
  3. Knead the Dough: Knead the dough on a lightly floured surface for about 5 minutes, until smooth and elastic.
  4. Let the Dough Rise: Place the dough in a greased bowl, cover, and let rise in a warm place for about 1 hour, or until doubled in size.

Prepare the Filling and Topping

  1. Make the Filling: In a small bowl, mix together the softened butter, brown sugar, and cinnamon. Set aside.
  2. Make the Topping: In a small saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat. Stir in the brown sugar, honey, and cream. Bring to a boil, then remove from heat and stir in the pecans. Pour the mixture into a greased 9×13-inch baking dish.

Assemble the Buns

  1. Roll the Dough: Once the dough has risen, punch it down and roll it out into a large rectangle (about 16×12 inches).
  2. Spread the Filling: Spread the cinnamon-sugar filling evenly over the dough.
  3. Roll Up the Dough: Starting from the long side, roll the dough tightly into a log. Cut into 12 equal slices.
  4. Arrange the Buns: Place the slices cut-side up in the baking dish on top of the pecan topping.
  5. Let Rise: Cover and let the buns rise for an additional 30-45 minutes.

Bake the Buns

  1. Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. Bake: Bake the buns for 25-30 minutes, or until golden brown and set.
  3. Invert the Buns: Once baked, carefully invert the baking dish onto a serving platter to reveal the sticky pecan topping.
  • Prep Time: 30 min.
  • Cook Time: 25-30 minutes

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 12 buns
  • Calories: 450 kcal
  • Fat: 22g
  • Carbohydrates: 59g
  • Protein: 6g