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Sticky Buns

Irresistibly Easy Sticky Buns for Your Cozy Mornings

This Easy Sticky Buns recipe brings a warm, sweet treat to your mornings, promising comfort in every bite.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 40 minutes
Rising Time 1 hour
Total Time 2 hours 10 minutes
Servings: 12 buns
Course: Breakfast
Cuisine: American
Calories: 230
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Dough
  • 1 cup Milk Substitute with non-dairy milk for lactose-free option.
  • 1/4 cup Granulated Sugar Consider reducing for a less sweet taste.
  • 1/4 cup Butter Unsalted is preferred, can use margarine.
  • 2 teaspoons Instant Yeast Regular yeast can be used but requires proofing first.
  • 1/2 cup Warm Water Ensure it's between 105-115°F for activation.
  • 3 cups All-Purpose Flour Bread flour can be used for a chewier result.
  • 1 teaspoon Salt Enhances flavor and strengthens gluten.
For the Filling
  • 1/2 cup Brown Sugar Light or dark can be used interchangeably.
  • 1/4 cup Granulated Sugar Reduce for less sweetness.
  • 1 tablespoon Cinnamon Adjust according to personal taste.
  • 1/4 cup Butter Room temperature butter is best.
For the Topping
  • 1/4 cup Butter Creates the caramel base for the topping.
  • 1/2 cup Brown Sugar Light or dark works well.
  • 1/4 cup Granulated Sugar
  • 1/4 cup Dark Corn Syrup Can substitute with pure maple syrup.
  • 1/4 teaspoon Salt Balances sweetness.
  • 1/4 cup Water Helps combine topping ingredients into a syrup.
  • 1/2 cup Coarsely Chopped Pecans Optional for nutty flavor.

Equipment

  • Small saucepan
  • Large Bowl
  • Floured surface
  • rolling pin
  • baking dish

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. In a small saucepan, warm the milk, sugar, and butter until melted, then let cool slightly. Combine warm water and instant yeast; let sit for 5 minutes. In a large bowl, mix the milk mixture, yeast, flour, and salt until soft dough forms. Knead for 5-7 minutes until smooth. Place in a greased bowl, cover, and let rise until doubled, about 1 hour.
  2. While the dough rises, prepare the filling by mixing brown sugar, granulated sugar, cinnamon, and softened butter until creamy. For the topping, melt butter, stir in brown sugar, granulated sugar, corn syrup, salt, and water until smooth. Pour into a greased baking dish and sprinkle with chopped pecans.
  3. Once dough has risen, punch down and roll into a 15x18-inch rectangle on floured surface. Spread cinnamon-sugar filling, roll tightly, and cut into 12 pieces. Place rolls into prepared topping, cover, and let rise for another 30-45 minutes.
  4. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Bake for 35-40 minutes until golden and bubbly. Remove from oven and let cool for 5 minutes before inverting onto a platter.
  5. Serve warm, allowing caramel to drip down sides. Enjoy with coffee or tea, or drizzle with extra caramel.

Nutrition

Serving: 1bunCalories: 230kcalCarbohydrates: 34gProtein: 3gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 6gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 20mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 50mgFiber: 1gSugar: 15gVitamin A: 300IUCalcium: 50mgIron: 1mg

Notes

For make-ahead, prepare the night before and refrigerate. Bake fresh in the morning for wonderful aromas.

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