Maple Pecan Sticky Buns (Print Version)
Soft buns with maple syrup glaze and crunchy toasted pecans for a comforting, sweet indulgence.
# What You'll Need:
→ Dough
01 - 1 batch sweet yeast dough (prepared in advance)
→ Glaze and Topping
02 - 1/2 cup pure maple syrup
03 - 1/2 cup packed light brown sugar
04 - 1/4 cup unsalted butter, melted
05 - 1 cup toasted pecans, chopped
# Steps to Follow:
01 - Combine maple syrup, brown sugar, and melted butter in a bowl. Pour mixture evenly into a greased baking pan.
02 - Distribute chopped toasted pecans over the maple glaze mixture in the baking pan.
03 - Roll out sweet yeast dough into a rectangle. Brush with additional softened butter and sprinkle with cinnamon sugar as desired. Roll tightly and slice into individual buns.
04 - Place the dough slices cut-side down on top of the pecan-maple layer in the pan.
05 - Allow buns to rise in a warm area for 30 to 45 minutes, until noticeably puffy.
06 - Bake in a preheated oven at 350°F (175°C) for 30 to 35 minutes, or until buns are golden brown and set.
07 - Immediately invert the pan onto a serving plate while warm, allowing the sticky glaze and pecans to coat the buns completely.
# Additional Tips::
01 -
- Uses simple ingredients you likely have at home
- No stand mixer required for the dough
- Can be prepped the night before for a fuss-free morning
02 -
- Great for making ahead and baking fresh in the morning
- Stays soft for days thanks to the syrup
- Customizable with spices or different nuts
03 -
- For extra depth in the syrup add a pinch of cinnamon and nutmeg just as you mix it
- Always toast your pecans they bring out the flavor and cut through the sweetness
- If your kitchen is chilly let your dough rise in an oven with just the light on for a perfectly warm spot