Ingredients
– 1 cup whole milk, warmed to about 100Β°F (38Β°C)
– 1/4 cup granulated sugar, divided
– 2 1/4 teaspoons (one packet) active dry or instant yeast
– 1/4 cup unsalted butter, cut into pieces
– 2 large eggs, at room temperature
– 1/2 teaspoon salt
– 3 to 3 1/2 cups all-purpose or bread flour, plus extra as needed
– Vegetable oil or nonstick spray for greasing the bowl
– 1/4 cup unsalted butter, softened
– 1 cup packed light or dark brown sugar
– 2 tablespoons ground cinnamon
– 1/2 cup chopped pecans
– 1/4 cup unsalted butter
– 1 cup packed light or dark brown sugar
– 1/4 cup whole milk
– 1/4 cup pure maple syrup
– Pinch of salt
Instructions
1-First, prepare the dough by mixing the warm milk with 2 tablespoons of granulated sugar and yeast; allow it to foam for about 5-10 minutes.
2-Then, beat in the remaining sugar, softened butter, eggs, and salt to create a smooth base.
3-Gradually add flour until the dough comes together, kneading for about 5 minutes until itβs soft and elastic.
4-Next, place the dough in a greased bowl, cover it, and let it rise until doubled in size, which takes approximately 2 hours.
5-While thatβs happening, make the topping by melting butter with brown sugar, milk, maple syrup, and salt; simmer gently and pour it over chopped pecans in the pan.
6-For successful rising, keep the dough in a warm spot, as this helps it become light and airy.
7-Roll out the dough to a 12 x 18-inch rectangle and spread the softened butter for the filling evenly over it, then sprinkle on the cinnamon and brown sugar.
8-Roll the dough into an 18-inch log, cut it into 12 equal rolls, and place them on top of the pecan topping in the pan.
9-Let the rolls rise until puffy, about 30-45 minutes, before baking at 350Β°F (175Β°C) for 25-28 minutes.
10-Halfway through baking, tent loosely with foil to prevent over-browning, and remember to cool for 5 minutes before inverting onto a platter.
Last Step:
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π³ Use room-temperature butter in the filling to make spreading easier.
π Grease the pan well to prevent the sticky topping from sticking.
β³ Avoid overbaking to keep rolls moist and maintain topping texture.
π§ Let dough rest if it resists rolling to relax gluten for easier shaping.
βοΈ Consider making the rolls ahead and refrigerating overnight for convenience.
π§ Freeze unbaked or baked rolls for up to 3 months, thaw properly before baking or reheating.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Rising time: 2 hours 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 25-28 minutes
- Category: Breakfast, Brunch, Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 sticky bun
- Calories: 450 kcal
- Sugar: 30 g
- Sodium: 220 mg
- Fat: 20 g
- Saturated Fat: 10 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 60 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Protein: 6 g
- Cholesterol: 70 mg
