Caramel Pecan Cinnamon Rolls
Caramel pecan cinnamon rolls are the ultimate breakfast indulgence, blending soft, pillowy dough with a rich cinnamon-pecan filling and a luscious homemade caramel sauce. Each gooey roll offers a delightful balance of sweet and nutty flavors, perfect for brunch gatherings or cozy weekends. With straightforward steps and everyday ingredients, you’ll have these irresistible treats ready to impress in no time.
- Prep Time: 40 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour 5 minutes
- Yield: About 12 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 4 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 packet active dry yeast (2¼ tsp)
- ½ cup granulated sugar
- 1 cup warm milk
- ½ cup unsalted butter, melted
- 1 tsp salt
- 2 tsp ground cinnamon
- 1 cup chopped pecans
- 1 cup brown sugar
- ½ cup heavy cream
Instructions
- Activate your yeast: In a bowl, mix warm milk, sugar, and yeast. Let sit for 5 minutes until frothy.
- Make the dough: In a large bowl, combine flour and salt. Mix in melted butter and the yeast mixture until a soft dough forms. Knead on a floured surface for about 10 minutes until smooth.
- Let it rise: Place dough in a greased bowl, cover with a towel, and let rise in a warm spot for about an hour or until doubled in size.
- Prepare filling: Mix brown sugar, cinnamon, and chopped pecans in a separate bowl.
- Roll it up: Roll out dough into a rectangle, spread softened butter on top, sprinkle filling evenly, roll tightly from one end to another, and cut into equal pieces.
- Bake: Place rolls in greased baking dish to rise for another 30 minutes while preheating oven to 350°F (175°C). Bake for about 25 minutes until golden brown.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 roll
- Calories: 380
- Sugar: 20g
- Sodium: 250mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 55g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
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