Sticky Buns with Caramel and Pecans

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Step 1

Make your bread dough following your favorite recipe. Once it’s ready, pop it into a large greased bowl, cover it, and let it rise somewhere warm until it doubles in size—this usually takes about 30 to 45 minutes.

Step 2

While the dough is rising, get started on the caramel pecan topping. Melt a cup of butter in a medium saucepan over medium heat, then stir in a cup of brown sugar and some corn syrup until everything is smooth and combined. Take it off the heat and mix in the vanilla. Pour this caramel mixture evenly into a 13x9-inch baking dish, then sprinkle the pecans over the top.

Step 3

Mix up the cinnamon filling by combining brown sugar, butter, a little flour, and cinnamon in a small bowl. Use a fork to blend it all together until crumbly. On a lightly floured surface, roll your dough into a 16 by 10-inch rectangle. Spread the filling evenly over the dough, then roll it up tightly from the long side, sealing the seam as you go. Cut the roll into 15 even slices.

Step 4

Place the slices cut side down over the caramel and pecans in your pan. Cover loosely with plastic wrap and let the buns rise again in a warm spot (around 80 to 90 degrees Fahrenheit) until they’ve puffed up nicely, about 30 to 45 minutes.

Step 5

Preheat your oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit. Bake the buns for 30 to 35 minutes, or until they turn a beautiful golden brown. Let them cool for about 10 minutes so the caramel thickens up a bit, then carefully flip the whole pan onto a serving plate. These are best enjoyed warm or at room temperature.