How to Make Pecan Sticky Buns - A Step-by-Step Guide

There's something truly magical about the combination of sweet, sticky caramel and crunchy, buttery pecans. And when you combine these two delectable ingredients with soft, pillowy dough, you get the ultimate breakfast treat: Pecan Sticky Buns.

These indulgent pastries are a welcomed addition to any brunch spread or a special treat for a lazy weekend morning. The aroma of cinnamon, brown sugar, and toasty pecans wafting through the air will have everyone in the house eagerly anticipat...

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Ingredients

  • 4 ½ teaspoons active dry yeast
  • ½ cup warm water (110 degrees F/45 degrees C)
  • 1 ¼ cups buttermilk
  • 2 large eggs
  • 5 ½ cups all-purpose flour
  • ½ cup margarine, softened
  • ½ cup white sugar
  • 2 teaspoons baking powder
  • 2 teaspoons salt
  • 2 tablespoons butter, softened
  • ½ cup white sugar
  • 2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
  • 1 cup chopped pecans
  • ½ cup packed brown sugar
  • ½ cup butter, melted

Information

  • Prep Time: 30 mins
  • Cook Time: 30 mins
  • Additional Time: 40 mins
  • Total Time: 1 hr 40 mins
  • Servings: 24
  • Yield: 2 dozen

  • Dissolve yeast in warm water in a large mixing bowl. Add buttermilk, eggs, 2 1/2 cups flour, 1/2 cup margarine, 1/2 cup sugar, baking powder, and salt. Blend 30 seconds with mixer on low speed, scraping sides and bottom of bowl. Beat 2 minutes on medium speed. Stir in remaining 3 cups flour. (Dough should remain soft and slightly sticky). Knead for 5 minutes, or about 200 turns on a lightly floured board. Cover dough and allow to rest for half an hour.
  • Divide dough in half and roll each half into a 12x7 inch rectangle. Spread each half with 1 tablespoon soft butter; sprinkle with 1/4 cup sugar and 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon. Roll up the halves, beginning at the wide side. Seal well by pinching the seams. Cut each roll into 12 slices.
  • Coat two 9-inch round cake pans with 1/4 cup melted butter, 1/4 cup brown sugar, and 1/2 cup chopped pecans in each pan. Place 12 dough slices in each pan, leaving a small space between slices. Let rise until doubled.
  • Preheat the oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C).
  • Bake buns in the preheated oven for 30 minutes. Invert pans onto serving plates immediately.
  • Nutrition

    276 cal.

    • Total Fat: 13g
    • Saturated Fat: 4g
    • Cholesterol: 29mg
    • Sodium: 341mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 37g
    • Dietary Fiber: 2g
    • Total Sugars: 14g
    • Protein: 5g
    • Vitamin C: 0mg
    • Calcium: 56mg
    • Iron: 2mg
    • Potassium: 100mg