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Recipe of the Week: Easy Pecan Sticky Buns

Indulge in the delightful warmth of homemade Easy Pecan Sticky Buns, perfect for any morning or a cozy evening treat! These irresistibly gooey buns are packed with rich, caramelized pecans and enveloped in a soft, fluffy dough that practically melts in your mouth. With a simple recipe that whips up in no time, you can bring the joy and aroma of fresh-baked sticky buns right into your kitchen. Ideal for family gatherings, brunch with friends, or as a special treat to sweeten your day—experience the ultimate comfort food that’s as easy to make as it is delicious. Don’t wait to treat yourself and your loved ones to these scrumptious Easy Pecan Sticky Buns!

Cooking Time

Prep time: 10 minutes

Cook time: 20 minutes

Total time: 35 minutes

Servings: 12

Ingredients: 

  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter
  • 1/2 cup brown sugar
  • 1 cup chopped pecans
  • 2 1/2 tablespoons honey
  • 1 pinch salt
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla bean paste
  • 2 tablespoons heavy whipping cream
  • 1 (12-count)-package Hawaiian rolls

Cooking Instructions

  1. Step 1: Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Line a 8×8 cake pan with parchment paper.
  2. Step 2: Combine butter, sugar, salt, and honey in a pan set over medium heat. Stir while cooking until the sugar dissolves and mixture starts to bubble a little bit, 3 to 5 minutes.
  3. Step 3: Turn off the heat and add vanilla bean paste, heavy cream, and chopped pecans. Mix until the pecans are fully coated and set aside to cool slightly
  4. Step 4: Pour all of the sauce in the pan into the prepared cake pan and spread it out into an even layer. Add Hawaiian rolls, top side down.
  5. Step 5: Pour all of the sauce in the pan into the prepared cake pan and spread it out into an even layer. Add Hawaiian rolls, top side down.
  6. Step 6: Let it cool for up to 5 minutes before flipping onto a cutting board or plate

Nutrition Facts

Servings Per Recipe 12

Calories 267% Daily Value *Total Fat 17g 22% Saturated Fat 6g 32% Cholesterol 25mg 8% Sodium 168mg 7% Total Carbohydrate 27g 10% Dietary Fiber 2g 7% Total Sugars 12g Protein 4g 7% Vitamin C 0mg 0% Calcium 68mg 5% Iron 1mg 8% Potassium 91mg 2%

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