Drenched in gooey caramel sauce these cinnamon pecan rolls are so good. Crunchy and sweet, they will be a hit for breakfast or brunch any day. I recommend using a fork to eat these babies. Unless you like to be barbaric and just dig in, and perhaps get a bit sticky.
Pecan Cinnamon Rolls with Caramel
- Total Time: 2 hours
- Yield: 12 rolls 1x
Description
These pecan cinnamon rolls are drenched in gooey caramel sauce and topped with crunchy pecans, making them an irresistible treat for breakfast or brunch.
Ingredients
- 2 packages (1/4 ounce each) active dry yeast
- 1 cup warm 2% milk (110° to 115°)
- 2 eggs
- 5 tablespoons butter, melted
- 1/2 cup sugar
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 5 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup packed brown sugar
- 1/2 cup butter, melted
- 1/4 cup light corn syrup
- 1 cup chopped pecans
- 2 tablespoons ground cinnamon
- 1/2 cup sugar (for filling)
- 1/4 cup butter, softened (for filling)
Instructions
- In a large bowl, dissolve yeast in warm milk. Add the eggs, 5 tablespoons melted butter, 1/2 cup sugar, and salt. Stir in 3 cups of flour and beat until smooth. Gradually add remaining flour to form a soft dough.
- Turn dough onto a lightly floured surface and knead until smooth and elastic, about 6-8 minutes. Place in a greased bowl, turning once to grease the top. Cover and let rise in a warm place until doubled, about 1 hour.
- In a small saucepan, combine brown sugar, 1/2 cup melted butter, and corn syrup. Cook and stir over medium heat until sugar is dissolved. Pour into a greased 13×9-inch baking dish. Sprinkle with pecans.
- Punch dough down. Turn onto a lightly floured surface; roll into a 16×12-inch rectangle. Spread with 1/4 cup softened butter. Combine 1/2 cup sugar and cinnamon; sprinkle over butter.
- Roll up jelly-roll style, starting with a long side; pinch seam to seal. Cut into 12 slices. Place cut side down over caramel sauce and pecans.
- Cover and let rise until doubled, about 30 minutes. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Bake until golden brown, 25-30 minutes. Cool for 5 minutes before inverting onto a serving platter. Serve warm.
Notes
For a richer flavor, use dark brown sugar in the caramel sauce. These rolls are best served warm. Store leftovers in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2 days. Reheat in the oven or microwave before serving. You can prepare the rolls the night before and bake them in the morning for a fresh breakfast treat.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Breakfast
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 roll
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 30
- Sodium: 300
- Fat: 20
- Carbohydrates: 65
- Fiber: 3
- Protein: 7
- Cholesterol: 60
Frequently Asked Questions
What type of nuts can I use if I don’t have pecans?
You can substitute walnuts or almonds for the pecans, but keep in mind that the flavor profile will change slightly.
How can I store leftover caramel cinnamon rolls?
Store the rolls in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to three days; reheat them in the microwave for a few seconds before serving.
Is it necessary to use a fork to eat these rolls?
While a fork is recommended to avoid getting sticky from the caramel sauce, you can certainly eat them by hand if you prefer.
