Orange Caramel Pecan Biscuits
Indulge in the ultimate comfort food with these Orange Caramel Pecan Biscuits—soft, flaky biscuits infused with a hint of fragrant orange zest and topped with a luscious homemade caramel-pecan glaze. Perfectly crafted with simple pantry staples like all-purpose flour, cold butter, and vanilla extract, this recipe combines the tanginess of citrus with the nutty crunch of pecans for a delightful flavor explosion in every bite. Easy to prepare in just 40 minutes, these biscuits bake to golden perfection while the caramel glaze bubbles into a sticky-sweet topping. Whether served warm for brunch, dessert, or a decadent afternoon treat, these biscuits are guaranteed to impress. For an extra touch, pair them with a cup of coffee or tea and revel in the layered flavors of buttery richness and caramelized sweetness.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 3 tablespoons granulated sugar
- 1 tablespoon baking powder
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 cup unsalted butter, cold and cubed
- 0.75 cup milk
- 1 tablespoon orange zest
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 0.5 cup light brown sugar
- 0.25 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup pecans, roughly chopped
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter for caramel
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and lightly grease a 9-inch round baking pan or an ovenproof skillet.
In a large mixing bowl, combine the flour, granulated sugar, baking powder, and salt.
Add the cold, cubed butter to the dry ingredients. Use a pastry cutter or your fingers to work the butter into the flour mixture until it resembles coarse crumbs.
Mix the milk, orange zest, and vanilla extract in a small bowl. Pour the wet ingredients over the dry mixture and stir just until combined. Do not overmix.
Turn the dough out onto a lightly floured surface and knead gently 3-4 times until the dough comes together.
Roll the dough to about 3/4-inch thickness and use a biscuit cutter or a round cookie cutter to cut out biscuits. Re-roll scraps as needed.
Arrange the biscuits in the prepared baking pan, slightly touching each other. Set aside.
In a small saucepan over medium heat, combine the brown sugar, heavy cream, and 2 tablespoons of butter. Stir constantly until the butter has melted and the mixture is smooth and bubbling. Remove from heat and stir in the chopped pecans.
Carefully pour the caramel pecan mixture over the biscuits in the pan, ensuring the tops are evenly coated.
Bake the biscuits in the preheated oven for 18-20 minutes, or until golden brown and cooked through.
Allow the biscuits to cool in the pan for about 5 minutes before serving warm. For extra indulgence, drizzle with additional caramel sauce, if desired.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
3563 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
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| Total Fat | 227.4 g | 292% | |
| Saturated Fat | 97.4 g | 487% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.1 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 398 mg | 133% | |
| Sodium | 2666 mg | 116% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 354.5 g | 129% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 18.8 g | 67% | |
| Total Sugars | 152.5 g | ||
| Protein | 42.7 g | 85% | |
| Vitamin D | 3.9 mcg | 20% | |
| Calcium | 446 mg | 34% | |
| Iron | 14.5 mg | 81% | |
| Potassium | 1204 mg | 26% | |
*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.
