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Best Sticky Pecan Cinnamon Buns

Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings 8 pieces
Calories 420
Delight in these irresistibly sticky and sweet cinnamon buns loaded with pecans and drizzled with maple syrup for the perfect treat.

Ingredients

Dough

  • 1 cup whole milk
  • 3 teaspoons active dry yeast
  • 0.33 cup granulated sugar
  • 3.75 cups all purpose flour
  • 1 large egg
  • 1.5 teaspoons salt
  • 6 tbsp unsalted butter, softened

Filling

  • 2.33 cups pecan pieces and halves
  • 0.33 cup maple syrup
  • 1 cup light brown sugar, packed
  • 0.75 cup unsalted butter
  • 0.25 cup milk
  • 0.5 tsp salt
  • 1.5 tbsp cinnamon
  • 0.75 tsp salt
  • 0.33 cup heavy cream (optional – drizzled over the shaped buns for an even softer texture)

Instructions 

  • Prepare the dough by warming milk, dissolving yeast, and mixing with flour, sugar, egg, salt, and butter. Let rise until doubled.
  • Roll out the dough, spread with butter, brown sugar, cinnamon, and pecans. Roll up and cut into slices.
  • Arrange buns in a baking dish, drizzle with maple syrup, and let rise for 20 minutes.
  • Bake at 350°F (175°C) for 20 minutes until golden brown.
  • Optional: drizzle with heavy cream for extra softness and sweetness.

Notes

For best results, use fresh yeast and ensure proper rising times.
Calories: 420kcal
Cost: $15
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Keyword: buns, Cinnamon, Pecans