Frank's Philadelphia Sticky Buns

Get ready to indulge in the ultimate sweet treat with Frank's Philadelphia Sticky Buns, a classic recipe that captures the essence of homemade comfort. These sticky buns start with a soft, pillowy dough enriched with warm whole milk, butter, and eggs, kneaded to perfection and left to rise until wonderfully airy. The magic happens when they're baked atop a luscious caramel glaze infused with brown sugar, heavy cream, and dark corn syrup, combined with crunchy chopped pecans for irresistible texture and flavor. Rolled with a generous cinnamon-sugar filling, each bun is swirled with spicy sweetness that pairs perfectly with the gooey caramel topping. Ideal for brunch, dessert, or a decadent snack, these sticky buns deliver the perfect balance of buttery richness, nutty crunch, and caramelized stickiness. Serve them warm for an unforgettable treat that will have everyone coming back for more!

Nutriscore Rating: 59/100

Prep Time:180 mins

Cook Time:30 mins

Total Time:210 mins

Servings: 12

Ingredients

• 1 cup Warm whole milk
• 0.333 cup Granulated sugar
• 2.25 teaspoons Active dry yeast
• 0.25 cup Unsalted butter, melted
• 2 Large eggs
• 4 cups All-purpose flour
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 0.75 cup Brown sugar
• 1 tablespoon Ground cinnamon
• 1 cup Pecans, chopped
• 0.25 cup Heavy cream
• 2 tablespoons Dark corn syrup

Directions

Step 1

In a medium bowl, combine warm milk, granulated sugar, and yeast. Let sit for 5 minutes until the mixture is foamy.

Step 2

Whisk in melted butter and eggs until smooth. In a large bowl, mix together flour and salt. Gradually add the wet ingredients to the dry, stirring to form a soft dough.

Step 3

Turn the dough onto a lightly floured surface and knead for 6-8 minutes until smooth and elastic. Place the dough in a greased bowl, cover with a damp cloth, and let rise for 1 to 1.5 hours until doubled in size.

Step 4

While the dough rises, prepare the pecan caramel glaze. In a small saucepan, combine 6 tablespoons of the brown sugar, heavy cream, 2 tablespoons of melted butter, and corn syrup. Cook over medium heat, stirring constantly, until the sugar dissolves and the mixture bubbles. Pour the caramel glaze into a greased 9x13-inch baking dish and sprinkle the chopped pecans evenly over the glaze.

Step 5

In a small bowl, mix remaining brown sugar and ground cinnamon for the filling. Roll the dough out to a 12x18-inch rectangle. Spread 2 tablespoons of melted butter over the dough, then evenly sprinkle the cinnamon sugar mixture over the top.

Step 6

Starting from a long edge, tightly roll up the dough into a log. Use a sharp knife or dental floss to cut the log into 12 equal pieces. Place the rolls cut-side down into the prepared baking dish.

Step 7

Cover with plastic wrap and let the rolls rise for 45 minutes or until doubled in size.

Step 8

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Remove the plastic wrap and bake the sticky buns for 25-30 minutes, or until golden brown.

Step 9

Let the buns cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then carefully invert the pan onto a serving platter to allow the gooey caramel pecan topping to coat the buns.

Step 10

Serve warm and enjoy the irresistible stickiness of Frank's Philadelphia Sticky Buns!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1291.4g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	4267.1

Total Fat 171.1g	0%
Saturated Fat 58.3g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat g
Cholesterol 585.2mg	0%
Sodium 2701.3mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 608.1g	0%
Dietary Fiber 30.6g	0%
Total Sugars 218.9g
Protein 85.1g	0%

Vitamin D 204.0IU	0%
Calcium 660.2mg	0%
Iron 28.8mg	0%
Potassium 1772.1mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 35.7%

Protein: 7.9%

Carbs: 56.4%