Sticky Buns Out of This World
Prepare to elevate your breakfast game with these indulgent and truly "Sticky Buns Out of This World." Featuring a soft and pillowy homemade dough infused with hints of buttery richness, these sticky buns are swirled with a fragrant cinnamon-sugar filling and crowned with a luscious caramel-pecan topping. The recipe combines classic baking techniques, such as kneading and rolling, with a show-stopping upside-down reveal of gooey perfection. Perfect for special mornings or holiday gatherings, these caramel-drizzled delights are best served warm, straight from the pan. With only 40 minutes of prep time and 30 minutes in the oven, these heavenly buns promise to make every bite memorable. Whether you’re searching for decadently sticky breakfast pastries or the perfect baked treat for entertaining, this recipe is guaranteed to impress.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup Whole milk
- 2 tablespoons Granulated sugar
- 2.25 teaspoons Instant yeast
- 4 tablespoons Unsalted butter (melted)
- 1 unit Large egg
- 3.5 cups All-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 1 cup Brown sugar (packed, for filling)
- 2 teaspoons Ground cinnamon
- 0.25 cup All-purpose flour (for dusting)
- 4 tablespoons Unsalted butter (softened, for filling)
- 6 tablespoons Unsalted butter (for caramel topping)
- 3 quarters Brown sugar (for caramel topping)
- 0.25 cup Heavy cream
- 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract (optional)
- 1 cup Chopped pecans
Instructions
In a small saucepan, heat the milk over low heat until warm (not hot!) or about 100°F. Pour the milk into a large mixing bowl.
Add the granulated sugar and instant yeast to the warm milk. Stir gently and allow to sit for 5 minutes until foamy and activated.
Mix in the melted butter and the egg. Stir until combined.
Gradually add the all-purpose flour and salt. Stir until a shaggy dough forms, then knead by hand or using a mixer (with the dough hook attachment) for 8-10 minutes, or until the dough is smooth and elastic.
Place the dough in a greased bowl, cover with plastic wrap or a clean towel, and let rise in a warm spot for 1 to 1.5 hours, or until doubled in size.
While the dough is rising, make the caramel topping by melting the butter and brown sugar in a small saucepan over medium heat. Stir occasionally until the sugar dissolves. Remove from heat, stir in the heavy cream and vanilla, and set aside to cool slightly.
Grease a 9x13-inch baking dish. Pour the caramel topping into the dish, spreading it out evenly. Sprinkle the chopped pecans over the caramel.
When the dough has risen, punch it down and transfer it to a lightly floured surface. Roll it out into a rectangle about 12x16 inches.
Spread the softened butter for the filling evenly over the dough. Mix the brown sugar and cinnamon together in a small bowl, then sprinkle evenly over the buttered dough.
Starting with the longer edge, tightly roll the dough into a log. Cut into 12 equal pieces using unflavored dental floss or a sharp knife.
Place the slices, cut-side up, into the prepared baking dish on top of the caramel topping and pecans.
Cover loosely with plastic wrap or a towel and let the buns rise for another 30-40 minutes, or until puffy.
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Once the buns have risen, bake them in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, or until golden-brown on top.
Remove from the oven and let sit for 5-10 minutes. Carefully invert the baking dish onto a large serving platter to let the caramel topping drizzle over the buns.
Serve the sticky buns warm and enjoy this out-of-this-world treat!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
5206 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 281.8 g | 361% | |
| Saturated Fat | 129.2 g | 646% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.3 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 714 mg | 238% | |
| Sodium | 2626 mg | 114% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 604.5 g | 220% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 27.8 g | 99% | |
| Total Sugars | 241.0 g | ||
| Protein | 76.2 g | 152% | |
| Vitamin D | 6.0 mcg | 30% | |
| Calcium | 737 mg | 57% | |
| Iron | 26.8 mg | 149% | |
| Potassium | 1804 mg | 38% | |
*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.
