Description
Caramel pecan rolls deliver sweet Southern comfort straight from grandma’s kitchen. Gooey layers of buttery dough, rich pecans, and golden caramel create a breakfast masterpiece you cannot resist.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 4 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup warm milk (110°F / 43°C)
- 1 cup packed brown sugar
- 1 cup chopped pecans
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
Leavening and Binding Agents:
- 1 packet (2 1/4 teaspoons) active dry yeast
- 2 large eggs
Spices and Flavor Enhancers:
- 2 tablespoons ground cinnamon
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
Topping:
- 1/2 cup caramel sauce (store-bought or homemade)
Instructions
- Activate the yeast by whisking warm milk, yeast, and a hint of sugar in a small vessel. Allow the mixture to bloom and become frothy for 5-10 minutes.
- Create a smooth base by combining remaining sugar, melted butter, eggs, and salt in a large mixing bowl. Incorporate the activated yeast mixture thoroughly.
- Gradually fold in flour, transforming the mixture into a soft, pliable dough. Knead the dough on a flour-dusted surface for 6-8 minutes until achieving a silky texture.
- Transfer the dough to a greased bowl, cover, and let it rise in a warm environment until it doubles in volume, approximately 1 hour.
- Craft the filling by blending softened butter, brown sugar, cinnamon, and finely chopped pecans into a rich, aromatic mixture.
- Gently roll the risen dough into a rectangular shape on a lightly floured surface. Distribute the filling evenly across the entire surface.
- Tightly roll the dough into a compact log, then slice into 12 uniform portions. Arrange the rolls in a prepared baking pan.
- Allow the rolls to undergo a second rise, covered, for 20-30 minutes to develop volume and softness.
- Heat the oven to 350F (175C). Bake the rolls for 20-25 minutes until they transform into a golden, enticing delicacy.
- Immediately drizzle warm caramel sauce over the freshly baked rolls. Rest briefly before serving to allow the caramel to set and flavors to meld.
Notes
- Activate yeast properly by ensuring milk temperature is between 100-110°F to guarantee perfect rise and soft texture.
- Prevent dough from drying out by covering with damp cloth during rising process, which helps maintain moisture and ensures consistent texture.
- Toast pecans briefly before chopping to enhance their nutty flavor and add depth to the caramel rolls’ overall taste profile.
- Consider making dough night before and refrigerating to develop richer flavors and simplify morning preparation.
- Prep Time: 1 hour 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Breakfast, Snacks, Desserts
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 12
- Calories: 344 kcal
- Sugar: 24 g
- Sodium: 135 mg
- Fat: 15 g
- Saturated Fat: 5 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9 g
- Trans Fat: 0.1 g
- Carbohydrates: 44 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 6 g
- Cholesterol: 45 mg