Pecan Sticky Buns

Indulge in the ultimate breakfast treat with these irresistible Pecan Sticky Buns, a dreamy combination of soft, pillowy dough, rich caramel sauce, and crunchy toasted pecans. Made with simple pantry staples like all-purpose flour, brown sugar, and warm whole milk, these homemade sticky buns deliver bakery-quality luxury right from your own kitchen. The secret lies in the gooey caramel topping, prepared with melted butter, brown sugar, and heavy cream, which coats every bite in a luscious sweetness. Perfectly spiced with cinnamon, these buns are rolled with a buttery filling and baked to golden perfection, then flipped to reveal their crave-worthy sticky glaze. Whether you're hosting a brunch or treating yourself to a weekend indulgence, these Pecan Sticky Buns are guaranteed to impress. Serve them warm and let the compliments roll in!

Nutriscore Rating: 54/100

Prep Time:40 mins

Cook Time:30 mins

Total Time:70 mins

Servings: 12

Ingredients

• 1 cup Whole milk
• 1 stick Unsalted butter
• 0.25 cup Granulated sugar
• 2.25 teaspoons Active dry yeast
• 3.5 cups All-purpose flour
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 2 large Eggs
• 1 cup Brown sugar
• 2 teaspoons Cinnamon
• 1.5 cups Chopped pecans
• 0.5 cup Heavy cream

Directions

Step 1

Heat the milk in a small saucepan over low heat until warm to the touch (110°F). Remove from heat and add 2 tablespoons of the sugar and the yeast. Stir and let sit for 5–10 minutes until foamy.

Step 2

In a large mixing bowl, combine the yeast mixture, 1/4 cup melted butter, the remaining sugar, and the eggs. Mix well.

Step 3

Gradually add the flour and salt to the wet ingredients, mixing until a shaggy dough forms. Knead the dough on a lightly floured surface for 8–10 minutes, or until smooth and elastic.

Step 4

Place the dough in a greased bowl, cover with a clean kitchen towel, and let rise in a warm place for 1–1.5 hours or until doubled in size.

Step 5

While the dough is rising, prepare the sticky filling. In a small saucepan, melt 4 tablespoons of butter with the brown sugar and heavy cream over medium heat. Bring to a simmer and cook until smooth. Pour the caramel mixture into a greased 9x13-inch baking dish and sprinkle the chopped pecans evenly across the caramel.

Step 6

Once the dough has risen, roll it out on a floured surface to form a 12x18-inch rectangle. Spread 4 tablespoons of softened butter evenly over the dough.

Step 7

In a small bowl, combine 1/4 cup brown sugar and cinnamon. Sprinkle this mixture evenly over the buttered dough.

Step 8

Starting from the long edge, roll the dough tightly into a log. Cut the log into 12 even slices and arrange them cut-side-down in the prepared baking dish on top of the pecans and caramel.

Step 9

Cover the baking dish with plastic wrap and let the rolls rise for 30–45 minutes, or until puffed and touching.

Step 10

Preheat the oven to 350°F. Bake the sticky buns for 25–30 minutes, or until golden brown and cooked through.

Step 11

Remove the baking dish from the oven and let cool for 5 minutes before carefully inverting it onto a serving platter. Serve warm and enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1379.4g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	4989.2

Total Fat 280.2g	0%
Saturated Fat 99.1g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.3g
Cholesterol 769.3mg	0%
Sodium 2702.2mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 555.0g	0%
Dietary Fiber 31.8g	0%
Total Sugars 210.4g
Protein 83.3g	0%

Vitamin D 189.4IU	0%
Calcium 731.7mg	0%
Iron 27.2mg	0%
Potassium 2032.3mg	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: 49.7%

Protein: 6.6%

Carbs: 43.7%