Description
Caramel Pecan Cinnamon Rolls are a decadent treat that combines soft, fluffy dough with rich caramel and crunchy pecans. Each roll is infused with warm cinnamon and brown sugar, creating a delightful flavor explosion that?s perfect for any occasion?be it breakfast or dessert.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 cups all-purpose flour
- 2 ? tsp active dry yeast
- ? cup granulated sugar
- ? cup brown sugar (packed)
- 2 tbsp ground cinnamon
- 1 cup chopped pecans
- ? cup unsalted butter (softened)
- 1 cup warm milk
- 1 tsp salt
- 1 cup heavy cream (for caramel sauce)
- 1 cup additional brown sugar (packed for caramel sauce)
Instructions
- In a bowl, mix warm milk with yeast and a tablespoon of sugar; let sit until frothy (about 5 minutes).
- In a large mixing bowl, combine flour, remaining sugar, salt, melted butter, and eggs. Gradually add the yeast mixture until smooth.
- Knead dough on a floured surface for about 5 minutes until elastic; place in an oiled bowl and let rise until doubled (about 1 hour).
- Mix brown sugar, cinnamon, chopped pecans, and softened butter in another bowl to create the filling.
- Roll out risen dough into a rectangle about half an inch thick; spread filling evenly on top.
- Roll tightly into a log shape, slice into pieces (about eight), and place cut-side up in a greased baking dish.
- Let rise again for about 30 minutes while preheating oven to 350?F (175?C). Bake for approximately 25 minutes until golden brown.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 roll (80g)
- Calories: 300
- Sugar: 20g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 11g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 30mg