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Butter Pecan Cinnamon Buns

Irresistible Butter Pecan Cinnamon Buns for Cozy Mornings

These Butter Pecan Cinnamon Buns are indulgent, easy to make, and perfect for any special occasion.
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Prep Time 1 hour 15 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Rising Time 30 minutes
Total Time 2 hours 5 minutes
Servings: 12 buns
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 320
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Dough
  • 1 cup Whole Milk Can substitute with almond or oat milk.
  • 1/2 cup Unsalted Butter Very soft for easy incorporation.
  • 4 cups All-Purpose Flour Consider gluten-free blend if needed.
  • 2 teaspoons Rapid Rise Yeast
  • 1/2 cup Granulated Sugar Brown sugar can be used for deeper flavor.
  • 1 teaspoon Salt Do not omit.
  • 1 large Egg Room temperature.
For the Filling
  • 1/2 cup Light Brown Sugar
  • 1 tablespoon Ground Cinnamon Adjust to taste.
  • 1 teaspoon Ground Ginger Adjust to taste.
  • 1 teaspoon Ground Nutmeg Adjust to taste.
  • 1/4 teaspoon Ground Cloves Adjust to taste.
  • 1/2 cup Very Soft Butter
For the Topping
  • 1/4 cup Unsalted Butter
  • 1/2 cup Dark Brown Sugar
  • 1/4 cup Heavy Cream
  • 1 cup Pecan Halves
  • 1/2 cup Chopped Pecans Can substitute with walnuts.
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract

Equipment

  • 9x13-inch baking dish
  • Saucepan
  • Mixing bowl
  • Rolling Pin

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Lightly grease a 9x13-inch baking dish with nonstick spray.
  2. Heat the whole milk in a saucepan until it’s almost boiling; mix in the very soft unsalted butter.
  3. Allow the mixture to cool to 115-120°F before adding flour, yeast, sugar, salt, and egg. Knead until smooth and elastic.
  4. Cover the dough and let it rise in a warm area for about 1 hour.
  5. Mix the light brown sugar, spices, and very soft butter in a bowl to prepare the filling.
  6. Once risen, roll the dough into a 16 x 9-inch rectangle and spread the filling evenly.
  7. Roll the dough tightly and cut into 12 equal pieces. Arrange in the baking dish.
  8. Cover the shaped buns and let them rise for an additional 30 minutes.
  9. Preheat the oven to 350°F (180°C).
  10. Bake for 18–20 minutes until lightly browned.
  11. Melt unsalted butter in a saucepan, add dark brown sugar, then whisk in heavy cream and pecans to prepare the topping.
  12. Pour the topping over the warm buns and serve immediately.

Nutrition

Serving: 1bunCalories: 320kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 4gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 9gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 7gCholesterol: 40mgSodium: 300mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 1gSugar: 16gVitamin A: 500IUCalcium: 50mgIron: 1mg

Notes

For best results, avoid sticky dough by adding flour as needed. Customize flavors with chocolate chips or different nuts.

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