Ingredients:
For dough:
One cup of milk warmed to approximately 95°F.
2/3 cup of granulated sugar.
2 packets of instant yeast.
1/2 cup (equivalent to 1 stick) of unsalted butter, softened and cut into pieces.
Two large eggs.
Half a teaspoon of salt.
4 to 4 1/2 cups of all-purpose flour, with additional for dusting.
For filling:
1/4 cup of softened unsalted butter.
Half a cup of firmly packed dark brown sugar.
2 tsp of ground cinnamon.
For topping:
3/four cups of firmly packed mild brown sugar.
1/4 cup of unsalted butter.
1/4 cup of honey or maple syrup.
1 1/2 cups of chopped pecans.
Directions:
Dough:
Step 1
Mix milk, sugar, and yeast until foamy.
Step 2
Add butter, eggs, salt, and flour to make dough. Let it rise.
Topping:
Step 1
Melt brown sugar, butter, and honey. Pour into a pan, add pecans.
Assembly:
Step 1
Roll out dough, brush with butter, sprinkle sugar-cinnamon, roll, and slice into buns.
Step 2
Place buns on topping, and let rise.
Baking:
Step 1
Preheat oven to 375°F. Bake buns until golden (20-25 mins).
Step 2
Cool briefly, then invert onto a platter. Serve warm and enjoy!
Tips:
- Ensure yeast foams for active dough rising.
- Knead dough to a slightly sticky, elastic texture.
- Double the dough size during the first rise.
Variations:
- Use different nuts like walnuts or almonds.
- Add citrus zest for a fresh twist.
- Incorporate dried fruits for extra flavor.
Enjoy it!!
