Easy Sticky Buns Recipe
Looking for an easy sticky buns recipe that delivers the most amazing pecan sticky buns? Look no further! This delightful recipe can be prepared in advance and baked fresh in the morning, making it the perfect sweet treat to satisfy the cravings of your entire family. Get ready for a delicious breakfast that everyone will be talking about!
Servings 12 rolls
Ingredients
Dough
- 1/3 cup milk 3
- 3 Tablespoons granulated sugar
- 1/3 cup butter
- 3 1/2 teaspoons instant yeast
- 3/4 cup warm water 105-115 F
- 3 cups all purpose flour
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
Filling
- 3/4 cup brown sugar packed
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1 Tablespoon cinnamon
- 1/4 cup butter softened
Topping
- 6 Tablespoons butter melted
- 1/2 cup brown sugar packed
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1/4 cup dark corn syrup
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 2 Tabblespoons water
- 1 cup chopped pecans
Instructions
Make Dough
- Start by combining 1/3 cup of milk, 3 tablespoons of granulated sugar, and 1/3 cup of butter in a small saucepan. Heat it over low flame until the butter melts and the sugar dissolves. Allow it to cool until it reaches 100-105°F.
- Pour the mixture into the bowl of your stand mixer. Add in 3 1/2 teaspoons of yeast and 3/4 cup of warm water. Then, mix in 2 cups of flour and 1/2 teaspoon of salt. Using the dough hook, mix on low speed for about a minute. Keep the mixer running and gradually add the remaining cup of flour, half a cup at a time. Mix for about 1 ½ minutes, or until the dough starts to pull away from the sides of the bowl. Knead on low for an additional 2 minutes until the dough is smooth and elastic (it might still be a little sticky, and that’s just fine!).
- Now, place your dough in a greased bowl, making sure to turn it so the top gets a little grease too. Cover it with a clean, dry dish towel and let it rise in a warm, draft-free spot for around 10 minutes.
Make Sticky Topping
- Now that the dough has started, you can grease a 9×13-inch baking pan; set aside.
- Next up, let’s whip up the delicious topping! In a medium bowl, whisk together 6 tablespoons of melted butter, 1/2 cup of brown sugar, 1/4 cup of granulated sugar, 1/4 cup of corn syrup, and 1/4 teaspoon of salt until it’s beautifully smooth. Then, add in 2 tablespoons of water and whisk until everything’s perfectly combined
- Pour this sweet mixture into your prepared pan. If needed, gently tilt the pan to ensure the topping covers every inch. Finally, sprinkle 1 cup of chopped pecans evenly on top for that perfect crunch. Now, set it aside
Roll Dough into Rolls
- First, turn your dough out onto a floured surface and roll it into a 12×16-inch rectangle.Next, mix together your filling ingredients and spread them evenly over the dough. Since the filling can be a bit crumbly, I like to gently press it down to help it stick.Then, roll the dough up lengthwise and pinch the seam to seal
- Using a serrated knife, slice the log into 12 even pieces and arrange them atop the prepared topping in your baking dish
- At this stage, you have two great options:Prepare Ahead: Cover the pan tightly and store it in the fridge overnight. In the morning, just remember to take it out and let it warm up while you preheat the oven!Bake Now: If you’re ready to dig in, simply place a dish towel over the baking dish and let the dough rise for an additional 15 minutes while the oven heats up
Bake Sticky Buns
- Preheat your oven to 350°F. Bake your sticky buns for 20 to 25 minutes until they turn a beautiful golden brown. For an extra scrumptious touch, tent the pan with aluminum foil and continue baking for another 10 to 15 minutes or until they’re fully cooked through.
- Once they’re out of the oven, let the sticky buns cool in the pan for about 5 minutes. Then, carefully place a serving dish over the pan and invert it—watch out, the topping will be hot! If any of that gooey goodness falls off, just pop it back on.Let the buns sit for 10 to 15 minutes before serving, and then get ready for everyone to rave about them!
Notes
Note: You can either use a bread machine, simply put the ingredients in your bread machine and select dough. In a couple hours you will have perfeclty mixed, fluffy dough that has risen to perfection. Continue with above recipe.