Pecan Caramel Rolls
Indulge in the ultimate breakfast treat with these decadent Pecan Caramel Rolls, a perfect combination of soft, pillowy dough, gooey caramel, and crunchy pecans. Made from scratch with rich ingredients like whole milk, brown sugar, and buttery cinnamon filling, these homemade rolls are a labor of love that’s well worth the effort. The caramel topping, created by baking the rolls over a layer of pecans and warm cream, transforms into a luscious cascade of sweet, nutty perfection when inverted onto a platter. Ideal for weekend brunches or special occasions, these irresistible cinnamon rolls will fill your kitchen with the comforting aroma of cinnamon and caramel, making them an instant crowd-pleaser.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup Whole milk
- 6 tablespoons Unsalted butter
- 1 third cup Granulated sugar
- 2.25 teaspoons Active dry yeast
- 0.25 cup Warm water
- 4 cups All-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 2 large Eggs
- 0.75 cup Brown sugar
- 1 tablespoon Ground cinnamon
- 1 cup Pecans, chopped
- 0.5 cup Heavy cream
Instructions
In a small saucepan, warm the milk over low heat until it’s slightly warm (about 100-110°F). Remove from the heat and stir in 4 tablespoons of butter until melted. Add the granulated sugar and stir to combine. Set aside to cool slightly.
In a small bowl, dissolve the yeast in warm water. Let it sit for 5-10 minutes until frothy.
In a large mixing bowl, combine the milk mixture, yeast mixture, 2 cups of the flour, and salt. Beat in the eggs, one at a time. Gradually add the remaining 2 cups of flour and mix until a soft dough forms.
Turn the dough onto a lightly floured surface and knead for about 7-10 minutes, until it becomes smooth and elastic. Place the dough in a greased bowl, cover with plastic wrap or a towel, and let rise in a warm place for 1 hour, or until it has doubled in size.
Meanwhile, prepare the filling. In a small bowl, combine the brown sugar and cinnamon. Melt the remaining 2 tablespoons of butter and set it aside.
After the dough has risen, punch it down and roll it out on a floured surface into a 14x10-inch rectangle. Brush the melted butter over the dough, then sprinkle the cinnamon sugar mixture evenly across the top. Roll the dough tightly into a log, starting from the longer side. Slice the log into 12 equal pieces.
Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C). Grease a 9x13-inch baking dish and sprinkle the chopped pecans evenly across the bottom.
In a small saucepan, heat the heavy cream over low heat until warm, then pour it over the pecans in the baking dish.
Arrange the sliced rolls, cut side up, over the pecans and caramel. Cover loosely with a towel and let the rolls rise for about 30 minutes.
Bake the rolls in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, until golden brown and cooked through. Remove from the oven and let them cool for 5 minutes.
Invert the baking dish onto a large serving platter to release the rolls, letting the caramel and pecans coat the tops. Serve warm and enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
5052 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 214.4 g | 275% | |
| Saturated Fat | 81.6 g | 408% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.3 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 707 mg | 236% | |
| Sodium | 2689 mg | 117% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 709.9 g | 258% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 30.6 g | 109% | |
| Total Sugars | 322.8 g | ||
| Protein | 85.8 g | 172% | |
| Vitamin D | 4.7 mcg | 24% | |
| Calcium | 690 mg | 53% | |
| Iron | 28.6 mg | 159% | |
| Potassium | 1822 mg | 39% | |
*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.
