Description
These Maple Pecan Sticky Buns are a delightful breakfast treat featuring a soft, buttery dough filled with sweet brown sugar and crunchy pecans, all topped with rich maple syrup. Perfect for a comforting weekend brunch or a special occasion, they combine the nostalgic flavors of cinnamon and maple syrup in every sticky, delicious bite.
Ingredients
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Dough
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup warm milk
- 1/4 cup sugar
- 1/4 cup butter, melted
- 1 packet active dry yeast (about 2 1/4 teaspoons)
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1 egg
Filling & Topping
- 1 cup chopped pecans
- 1/4 cup brown sugar
- 1/2 cup maple syrup
Instructions
- Activate Yeast: In a bowl, combine warm milk and active dry yeast. Let the mixture sit for 5 minutes until it becomes frothy, indicating the yeast is active.
- Prepare Dough Mixture: Add the melted butter, sugar, beaten egg, salt, and ground cinnamon to the yeast mixture. Mix thoroughly to combine all ingredients well.
- Add Flour and Knead: Gradually incorporate the all-purpose flour into the wet ingredients, kneading until you form a smooth, elastic dough that is slightly sticky but manageable.
- First Rise: Place the dough in a greased bowl, cover it, and let it rise in a warm place for 1 hour or until it has doubled in size.
- Prepare Filling & Shape Buns: Roll out the risen dough into a rectangle. Evenly spread the brown sugar and chopped pecans over the dough’s surface. Roll the dough tightly into a log shape and slice it into individual buns.
- Arrange Buns: Place the buns cut side up into a greased baking dish, spaced evenly.
- Add Maple Syrup: Pour maple syrup evenly over the arranged buns to create the sticky topping.
- Second Rise: Let the buns rise again in a warm place for 30 minutes until puffed and nearly doubled.
- Bake: Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Bake the buns for 25 to 30 minutes until golden brown and cooked through.
Notes
- For best results, ensure the milk is warm but not hot to avoid killing the yeast.
- You can substitute pecans with walnuts or other nuts if preferred.
- Serve slightly warm so the maple syrup topping is gooey and delicious.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container and reheat gently to maintain softness.
- If maple syrup is too runny, consider a thicker syrup or reduce slightly for a stickier texture.
