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Maple Pecan Sticky Buns

Maple Pecan Sticky Buns

690kcal
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Prep 1 hour
Cook 30 minutes
Total 4 hours
These are the ultimate indulgence—soft, fluffy rolls swirled with cinnamon and smothered in a rich, buttery maple pecan sauce. The "secret" to their incredible texture is a splash of heavy cream poured over the buns just before baking, which creates a steam-infused, melt-in-your-mouth crumb.
Servings 12 Large Buns

Ingredients

The Dough
Cinnamon Filling
Maple Pecan Sauce
  • 150 g Unsalted butter
  • 150 g Maple Syrup
  • 200 g Brown Sugar
  • 1/2 tsp Baking Salt
  • 2 cups Pecans (toasted and chopped)

Equipment

  • 1 Baking Dish (with high sides)
  • 1 Stand Mixer (with dough hook)
  • 1 Medium Saucepan (for the sauce)
  • Plastic Wrap
  • Heat-Resistant Gloves (essential for the flip!)
  • 1 Large Baking Tray (for flipping/serving)

Method

Dough Development
  1. Mix milk, yeast, sugar, eggs, and flour for 3–4 minutes until incorporated.
  2. Add salt and mix for 2 more minutes. Add soft butter gradually and knead on medium-high for 10–15 minutes until a strong ball forms.
  3. Proof at 76–80°F for 2–2.5 hours, performing 1 stretch and fold halfway through.
  4. Chill: Move dough to the fridge for at least 2 hours (or overnight) to make it easier to handle.
Sauce & Shaping
  1. Sauce: Simmer butter, maple syrup, and brown sugar in a saucepan for 3–5 minutes. Stir in salt. Pour into a greased 13x9 inch baking dish and top with chopped pecans.
  2. Roll: Roll cold dough into a 28×16 inch rectangle. Spread melted butter and sprinkle sugar/cinnamon. Roll tightly and cut into 1–1.5 inch thick rolls.
  3. Arrange rolls in the baking dish over the sauce/pecans. Cover and proof for 1.5–2 hours.
The Secret Step & Baking
  1. Heavy Cream: Just before baking, pour the 1/2 cup heavy whipping cream over the buns, letting it run down the sides and between the rolls.
  2. Preheat oven to 335°F. Bake for 10 minutes, then lower temp to 325°F and bake for another 15–18 minutes until golden.
  3. The Flip: Cool for 5–10 minutes. Place parchment and a large tray over the dish. Wearing heat-resistant gloves, carefully flip the dish over to reveal the sticky maple topping.

Nutrition

Calories690kcalCarbohydrates92gProtein9gFat33gSaturated Fat14gPolyunsaturated Fat5gMonounsaturated Fat12gTrans Fat1gCholesterol55mgSodium33mgPotassium210mgFiber4gSugar44gVitamin A670IUVitamin C0.3mgCalcium85mgIron1mg

Notes

The heavy cream is poured over the buns right before they go into the oven. This hydrates the dough as it bakes, making the buns extra soft and creating a creamy, gooey texture at the base.

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