Caramel Pecan Sticky Buns

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Caramel pecan sticky buns are a sweet treat that will make your mouth water. These gooey, nutty rolls are perfect for breakfast or dessert. You can make 18 servings of these tasty buns in about 3 hours, with each serving containing 467 calories.

The recipe uses simple ingredients like milk, sugar, yeast, and flour for the dough. The magic happens when you add the caramel topping made with butter, brown sugar, and pecans. Your kitchen will smell amazing as these buns bake in the oven. Get ready to impress your family and friends with this delicious homemade treat!

Exact Ingredients List

These sticky buns need three sets of ingredients: dough, caramel topping, and filling. Each part plays a key role in creating the perfect blend of flavors and textures.

For the Dough

You’ll need:

• 1 cup whole milk
• 1/4 cup granulated sugar
• 2 (1/4 ounce) packs active dry yeast
• 1/4 cup unsalted butter
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1 large egg
• 4-4 1/2 cups bread flour

The milk should be warm, not hot, to help the yeast grow. The butter adds richness, while the egg helps bind everything together. You might need to add a bit more flour if the dough feels too sticky.

For the Caramel Topping

Gather these items:

• 1/2 cup salted butter
• 1 cup dark brown sugar, packed
• 1/4 cup light corn syrup
• 3 tablespoons heavy cream
• 1 tablespoon vanilla extract
• 1 1/2 cups pecans, roughly chopped

The dark brown sugar gives a deep, rich flavor. Corn syrup helps keep the caramel smooth. Don’t skip the heavy cream – it makes the caramel extra creamy and soft.

For the Filling

You’ll use:

• 4 tablespoons unsalted butter, softened
• 1 cup light brown sugar
• 2 teaspoons ground cinnamon

Make sure your butter is truly soft before mixing. This helps it blend well with the sugar and cinnamon. The filling creates that classic sticky bun swirl and adds lots of sweet, spicy flavor to each bite.

Instructions

You’ll start by making the dough. Warm the milk to 80-90°F in a saucepan. Mix it with sugar and yeast in a stand mixer bowl. Let it sit for 5-10 minutes until foamy.

Add the rest of the sugar, butter, salt, egg, and flour. Mix on low, then medium speed until a soft ball forms. Knead for 3-5 minutes. Put the dough in a greased bowl to rise for 2 hours.

Grease two 9-inch cake pans. Make the caramel topping by melting butter, brown sugar, and corn syrup. Add cream and vanilla. Pour into pans and sprinkle with pecans.

Mix the filling ingredients. Roll out the dough into two rectangles. Spread the filling and roll them up. Cut into pieces and place in the pans.

Let the rolls rise again for 30 minutes. Bake at 350°F for 25-30 minutes. Flip the pans onto plates right away. Be careful – the caramel is very hot!

Add extra pecans if you like. Serve these gooey, nutty treats warm. Your family will love them!

Possible Substitutes List & Recipe Variations

You can try some tasty swaps in this recipe. For the nuts, walnuts or almonds work great instead of pecans. Not a nut fan? Leave them out or use chocolate chips.

Don’t have bread flour? All-purpose flour is okay too. For a healthier twist, swap half the white flour for whole wheat.

No corn syrup? Try honey or maple syrup in the caramel sauce. They add a nice flavor.

Want to mix up the filling? Add some nutmeg or cardamom with the cinnamon. Or try a fruit filling like apple or blueberry.

For a quick version, use store-bought pizza dough. It won’t be exactly the same, but it’s faster.

Here’s a handy table of swaps:

Remember, these changes might affect baking time or texture a bit. Keep an eye on your buns as they bake!

Tips, Tricks & Storing

For the best sticky buns, make sure your yeast is fresh. Old yeast won’t make your dough rise well. When making the caramel, stir often to keep it from burning. Use a thermometer to check the milk temperature – it should be warm, not hot.

Let the dough rise in a warm spot. Your kitchen counter works well if it’s not too cold. To save time, you can make the dough the night before. Just put it in the fridge after the first rise.

Here are some ways to change up your sticky buns:

• Add chopped walnuts instead of pecans
• Mix in some raisins or dried cranberries
• Use maple syrup in place of corn syrup

To store leftovers, keep them in an airtight container. They’ll stay fresh for 2-3 days at room temperature. You can also freeze them for up to 3 months. Just wrap each bun in plastic wrap, then put them in a freezer bag.

To reheat, pop a bun in the microwave for 20-30 seconds. Or warm it in the oven at 300°F for about 10 minutes. Add a pat of butter on top for extra yumminess!