State Fair Winner Caramel Pecan Rolls

Indulge in the ultimate sweet treat with these State Fair Winner Caramel Pecan Rolls, a melt-in-your-mouth combination of pillowy dough, gooey caramel, and crunchy pecans. Perfect for breakfast, brunch, or a special dessert, these irresistible rolls feature a buttery homemade dough that’s swirled with cinnamon and sugar, baked atop a luscious caramel sauce laced with chopped pecans. Once flipped, the caramel glaze cascades over the rolls for a sticky, decadent finish. With a hands-on rise time for that bakery-style fluffiness, this recipe is a standout for any crowd-pleasing occasion. Get ready to wow your guests with these blue ribbon-worthy caramel pecan rolls!

Nutriscore Rating: 53/100

Prep Time:40 mins

Cook Time:30 mins

Total Time:70 mins

Servings: 12

Ingredients

• 1 cup Whole milk
• 6 tablespoons Unsalted butter
• 2.25 teaspoons Active dry yeast
• 0.3333 cup Granulated sugar
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 2 Large eggs
• 4 cups All-purpose flour
• 1 cup Brown sugar
• 0.5 cup Heavy cream
• 2 tablespoons Light corn syrup
• 1.5 cups Chopped pecans
• 2 teaspoons Ground cinnamon
• 4 tablespoons Softened unsalted butter (for filling)

Directions

Step 1

Warm the milk in a saucepan over low heat until it reaches around 110°F, then mix in 4 tablespoons of butter until melted. Let cool slightly.

Step 2

In a large mixing bowl, dissolve the yeast in the warm milk mixture. Let it sit for 5-10 minutes, until it becomes foamy.

Step 3

Add the sugar, salt, eggs, and 2 cups of flour to the bowl. Mix thoroughly, then gradually add the remaining flour until a soft dough forms.

Step 4

Turn the dough onto a floured surface and knead for about 8-10 minutes until it becomes smooth and elastic. Alternatively, use the dough hook on a stand mixer for 5-7 minutes.

Step 5

Place the dough in a greased bowl, cover with a damp towel, and let rise in a warm place until doubled in size, about 1 hour.

Step 6

While the dough is rising, prepare the caramel topping by combining brown sugar, heavy cream, corn syrup, and 2 tablespoons of butter in a saucepan over medium heat. Stir until smooth, then pour the mixture into a greased 9x13-inch baking pan. Sprinkle 1 cup of chopped pecans evenly over the caramel.

Step 7

Once the dough has risen, roll it out on a floured surface into a 12x18-inch rectangle.

Step 8

Spread the softened butter evenly over the dough. Sprinkle with remaining 1/3 cup of brown sugar and the cinnamon, then scatter 1/2 cup of chopped pecans over the top.

Step 9

Starting at one of the long edges, tightly roll the dough into a log. Cut the log into 12 equal slices.

Step 10

Place the rolls cut-side down in the prepared baking pan on top of the caramel and pecans. Cover and let rise for another 30 minutes, or until puffy.

Step 11

Preheat your oven to 350°F.

Step 12

Bake the rolls for 25-30 minutes, or until golden brown and fully baked through.

Step 13

Let the rolls rest in the pan for 5 minutes, then carefully invert the pan onto a serving plate to release the caramel and pecan topping. Serve warm!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1522.8g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	5579.8

Total Fat 303.3g	0%
Saturated Fat 114.2g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.3g
Cholesterol 831.3mg	0%
Sodium 2706.5mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 646.8g	0%
Dietary Fiber 33.4g	0%
Total Sugars 255.0g
Protein 89.2g	0%

Vitamin D 223.4IU	0%
Calcium 745.9mg	0%
Iron 30.2mg	0%
Potassium 2102.6mg	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: 48.1%

Protein: 6.3%

Carbs: 45.6%