How to Make Pecan Roll Icing?

To make pecan roll icing, combine 2 cups of powdered sugar, 1/4 cup of milk, and 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract. Whisk until smooth. Adjust the consistency by adding more milk or sugar as needed.

How Long Does a Pecan Roll Last?

Pecan rolls last for about 2-3 days at room temperature. You should keep them in an airtight container. They can last up to a week in the refrigerator.

Reheating Pecan Sticky Buns?

To reheat pecan sticky buns , you can use an oven at 300°F (150°C) for about 10-15 minutes. You can also microwave them for about 20-30 seconds, but the texture can change slightly.

The Best Homemade Pecan Rolls Recipe You'll Ever Try

Description

These soft and gooey Pecan Rolls are the perfect breakfast or dessert treat, featuring a buttery dough swirled with cinnamon sugar and topped with a luscious caramel-pecan glaze.

Ingredients

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Dough:

1/2 cup whole milk, warmed
1/4 cup granulated sugar
1 packet (2 1/4 teaspoons) active dry yeast
3 cups all-purpose flour
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 cup unsalted butter, melted
2 large eggs

Filling:

1/2 cup brown sugar, packed
2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
1/4 cup unsalted butter, softened

Topping:

1/2 cup unsalted butter
3/4 cup brown sugar, packed
1/4 cup heavy cream
1 cup pecan halves

Instructions

Prepare the dough:
- In a small bowl, combine warm milk, sugar, and yeast. Let sit for 5–10 minutes until frothy.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine flour and salt. Add the yeast mixture, melted butter, and eggs. Mix until a soft dough forms.
- Knead the dough on a floured surface for about 5–7 minutes, until smooth and elastic.
- Place the dough in a greased bowl, cover with a damp towel, and let rise in a warm place for 1–1.5 hours, or until doubled in size.
Make the topping:
- In a saucepan, melt butter over medium heat. Stir in brown sugar and heavy cream until smooth. Pour the mixture into a greased 9×13-inch baking dish and sprinkle with pecan halves.
Prepare the filling:
- In a small bowl, mix brown sugar and cinnamon.
- Roll the dough into a 12×18-inch rectangle on a floured surface. Spread softened butter over the dough and sprinkle evenly with the cinnamon-sugar mixture.
Roll and slice the dough:
- Roll the dough tightly into a log, starting from the long edge. Cut into 12 even slices.
Assemble and bake:
- Arrange the slices over the pecan topping in the baking dish. Cover and let rise for 30–40 minutes, until puffy.
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Bake for 25–30 minutes, or until golden brown.
- Cool for 5 minutes, then invert onto a serving platter to reveal the gooey pecan topping.

Notes

For a shortcut, you can use store-bought frozen bread dough, thawed and rolled out.
Add a pinch of nutmeg to the filling for extra warmth and flavor.

Prep Time: 30 minutes
Rise Time: 1 hour 30 minutes:
Cook Time: 30 minutes
Category: desserts & sweets
Method: Baking
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 roll
Calories: 360 kcal
Sugar: 24 g
Sodium: 120 mg
Fat: 18 g
Saturated Fat: 9 g
Unsaturated Fat: 7 g
Trans Fat: 0 g
Carbohydrates: 45 g
Fiber: 2 g
Protein: 5 g
Cholesterol: 60 mg

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