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Caramel Pecan Sticky Buns Recipe

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These Caramel Pecan Sticky Buns are a delightful breakfast treat featuring soft, fluffy cinnamon-swirled dough topped with a rich caramel glaze and crunchy pecans. Baked to golden perfection, these sticky buns are gooey, sweet, and perfect for brunch or a special occasion morning.

Ingredients

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Dough

  • 4 cups All-Purpose Flour
  • 1 cup Whole Milk, warm
  • 2 1/4 teaspoons Active Dry Yeast
  • 1/3 cup Granulated Sugar
  • 1 teaspoon Salt
  • 1/2 cup Unsalted Butter, melted (plus extra for pan and filling)
  • 2 large Eggs

Caramel Topping

  • 1 cup Brown Sugar, packed
  • 1/4 cup Heavy Cream
  • 1/4 cup Unsalted Butter
  • 1 1/2 cups Chopped Pecans

Filling

  • 1 cup Brown Sugar, packed
  • 1 tablespoon Ground Cinnamon
  • Butter for brushing the dough (quantity as needed)
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract

Instructions

  1. Preheat Your Equipment: Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Generously grease a 9×13 inch baking dish with butter to prevent sticking and ensure even caramel distribution.
  2. Combine Ingredients: In a bowl, mix the warm milk, granulated sugar, and active dry yeast. Let the mixture sit for about 5 minutes until it becomes frothy, indicating the yeast is activated. Add in the eggs, melted butter, and salt. Gradually add in the flour and mix until a soft dough forms.
  3. Prepare Your Cooking Vessel: In a small saucepan, melt together the brown sugar, heavy cream, and 1/4 cup butter over medium heat to create the caramel sauce. Pour this mixture into the greased baking dish. Sprinkle the chopped pecans evenly over the caramel layer.
  4. Assemble the Dish: Roll out the dough on a floured surface into a large rectangle. Brush the surface generously with melted butter. Sprinkle evenly with the brown sugar and cinnamon mixture, and add vanilla extract if using. Carefully roll the dough into a log, then cut into 12 equal-sized buns. Place these buns cut side down over the caramel and pecans in the baking dish.
  5. Cook to Perfection: Cover the baking dish and allow the buns to rise in a warm place for 30 to 45 minutes until doubled in size. Bake in the preheated oven for 30 to 35 minutes or until golden brown and caramel is bubbling around the edges.
  6. Finishing Touches: Remove the dish from the oven and let the buns cool for about 5 minutes. Carefully invert the pan onto a serving platter so the caramel and pecan topping is on top. Spoon any leftover caramel and pecans over the buns for extra gooeyness.
  7. Serve and Enjoy: Serve the sticky buns warm for the best gooey texture and flavor. Perfect as a sweet breakfast or brunch option.

Notes

  • Chill assembled buns overnight for easy morning baking and enhanced flavor.
  • Use floss to slice the dough rolls cleanly without squashing them.
  • Toast pecans beforehand to deepen their flavor and add extra crunch.
  • Add flaky sea salt over the caramel topping for a delightful sweet-salty contrast.

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