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Butter Pecan Cinnamon Buns

Soft cinnamon buns baked over buttery caramelized pecans for a decadent breakfast treat.
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Prep Time 25 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 55 minutes
Servings: 12 buns
Course: Breakfast, Dessert
Cuisine: American, Holiday
Calories: 340
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Dough
  • 3.25 cups all-purpose flour
  • 0.25 cup granulated sugar
  • 2.25 tsp active dry yeast 1 packet
  • 0.75 cup warm milk 110°F/43°C
  • 0.25 cup unsalted butter melted
  • 1 large egg
  • 0.5 tsp salt
Filling
  • 0.5 cup brown sugar packed
  • 2 tbsp ground cinnamon
  • 0.25 cup unsalted butter softened
Topping
  • 1 cup pecans chopped
  • 0.5 cup brown sugar
  • 0.25 cup unsalted butter melted
  • 2 tbsp heavy cream

Equipment

  • Mixing bowls
  • Rolling Pin
  • Baking dish
  • Stand mixer (optional)

Method
 

  1. Dissolve yeast in warm milk with sugar. Let foam 5–10 minutes.
  2. Mix melted butter, egg, remaining sugar, salt, and flour to form dough. Knead and let rise 1 hour.
  3. Roll dough into a rectangle, spread butter, and sprinkle cinnamon-sugar filling.
  4. Roll tightly, slice into 12 rolls.
  5. Mix topping ingredients in a baking dish and place rolls on top. Let rise 30 minutes.
  6. Bake at 350°F (175°C) for 25–30 minutes until golden. Invert onto platter.

Notes

Prepare a day ahead for stress-free holiday breakfasts. These buns stay soft for 2–3 days when stored covered.