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Close-up shot of a fluffy, golden-brown Pecan Sticky Bun pulled from a batch, topped with a thick, glistening caramel glaze and a generous layer of crunchy chopped pecans.

Pecan Sticky Buns

Soft, fluffy yeast buns baked over a rich caramel pecan topping and flipped for a perfectly sticky finish. A classic homemade sweet roll ideal for brunch or dessert.
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Prep Time 25 minutes
Cook Time 35 minutes
Rising Time 1 hour 20 minutes
Total Time 1 hour
Servings: 10 buns
Course: Breakfast, Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 410
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Yeast Dough
  • 1 cup warm milk
  • 2 1/4 tsp active dry yeast
  • 1/4 cup granulated sugar
  • 2 large eggs room temperature
  • 1/3 cup unsalted butter melted
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 4 cups all-purpose flour
Pecan Caramel Topping
  • 1 cup chopped pecans
  • 1/2 cup brown sugar
  • 1/4 cup unsalted butter
  • 1/4 cup heavy cream
  • 1/4 cup honey
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
Filling
  • 1 tsp ground cinnamon

Equipment

  • Mixing Bowl
  • Saucepan
  • Baking Dish

Method
 

  1. Combine warm milk and yeast in a large bowl and let sit for 5 minutes until foamy.
  2. Add sugar, eggs, melted butter, and salt. Mix until combined, then gradually add flour to form a soft dough.
  3. Knead the dough on a floured surface for 8–10 minutes until smooth. Place in a greased bowl, cover, and let rise for 1 hour.
  4. In a saucepan, melt butter and stir in brown sugar, cream, honey, and vanilla until smooth.
  5. Pour the caramel mixture into a greased baking dish and sprinkle evenly with chopped pecans.
  6. Roll out the dough into a rectangle, sprinkle with cinnamon, roll tightly, and slice into buns.
  7. Place buns cut-side down over the pecan mixture. Cover and let rise for 20 minutes.
  8. Bake at 350°F (175°C) for 30–35 minutes until golden. Cool briefly, then invert onto a serving plate.

Notes

Serve warm for maximum gooeyness. These sticky buns are best enjoyed the same day.