Easy Overnight Caramel Rolls
Wake up to the irresistible aroma of these Easy Overnight Caramel Rolls, a decadent breakfast treat that’s as simple to make as it is delightful to eat! This recipe transforms frozen bread dough into soft, gooey rolls layered with a buttery caramel sauce, a hint of cinnamon, and optional crunchy pecans or walnuts for added texture. The magic happens overnight, as the dough rises in the refrigerator, leaving just a quick bake in the morning for fresh-out-of-the-oven perfection. With minimal prep time and a luscious caramel topping that’s ready to impress, these sweet rolls are perfect for special mornings, holiday brunches, or whenever you crave an indulgent start to the day.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 loaf Frozen bread dough
- 1 cup Brown sugar
- 1 cup Unsalted butter
- 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
- 0.5 cup Chopped pecans or walnuts (optional)
- 0.25 cup Granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon Ground cinnamon
Instructions
Grease a 9x13-inch baking dish with butter or non-stick spray and set aside.
In a small saucepan, combine the brown sugar and butter. Place over medium heat and stir until melted and smooth, about 3-4 minutes.
Remove the saucepan from heat and stir in the vanilla extract. Pour this caramel mixture evenly into the bottom of the prepared baking dish.
Sprinkle the chopped nuts (if using) evenly over the caramel layer in the dish.
On a clean surface, roll out the thawed bread dough into a large rectangle, roughly 12x18 inches.
In a small bowl, mix the granulated sugar and cinnamon together. Sprinkle this mixture evenly across the rolled-out dough.
Starting on one long edge, tightly roll the dough into a spiral log. Use a sharp knife to cut the log into 12 equal slices.
Arrange the slices cut-side-up on top of the caramel layer in the prepared dish, spacing them evenly to allow for expansion.
Cover the dish with plastic wrap or a clean kitchen towel and refrigerate overnight.
In the morning, remove the dish from the refrigerator and let the rolls come to room temperature for about 30 minutes while preheating the oven to 350°F (175°C).
Bake the rolls in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, or until golden brown and cooked through.
Remove the dish from the oven and allow the rolls to rest for about 5 minutes. Invert the dish onto a large serving platter to allow the caramel topping to coat the rolls.
Serve warm and enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
3102 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 145.1 g | 186% | |
| Saturated Fat | 61.9 g | 310% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 248 mg | 83% | |
| Sodium | 1872 mg | 81% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 429.5 g | 156% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 16.5 g | 59% | |
| Total Sugars | 206.8 g | ||
| Protein | 43.2 g | 86% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 302 mg | 23% | |
| Iron | 11.7 mg | 65% | |
| Potassium | 832 mg | 18% | |
*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.
