Best 6 Caramel Pecan Sticky Rolls Lighter Recipes

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Indulge in the delightful Caramel Pecan Sticky Rolls, a lighter version of the classic treat. These delectable rolls are made with a soft and fluffy dough, swirled with a luscious caramel filling, and topped with a generous layer of crunchy pecans. The caramel sauce, prepared with brown sugar, butter, and corn syrup, adds a rich and decadent flavor that perfectly complements the nutty pecans. Each bite is a symphony of textures and flavors that will leave you craving more. Whether you're a seasoned baker or just starting out, this recipe provides clear and easy-to-follow instructions to ensure success. So gather your ingredients, preheat your oven, and embark on a culinary journey that will satisfy your sweet tooth and leave your kitchen smelling divine.

Here are our top 6 tried and tested recipes!

CARAMEL-PECAN STICKY ROLLS



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Who wouldn't be happy when offered one of these rich, delicious pinwheels of warm raised yeast dough topped with pecans?

Provided by Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Side Dish

Time 3h15m

Yield 15

Number Of Ingredients 15

3 1/2 to 4 cups all-purpose or bread flour
1/3 cup granulated sugar
1 teaspoon salt
2 packages regular active or fast-acting dry yeast (4 1/2 teaspoons)
1 cup very warm milk (120°F to 130°F)
1/4 cup butter, softened
1 egg
1 cup packed brown sugar
1/2 cup butter, softened
1/4 cup light corn syrup
1 cup pecan halves, if desired
1/2 cup chopped pecans or raisins, if desired
1/4 cup granulated sugar or packed brown sugar
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
2 tablespoons butter, softened

Steps:

  • In large bowl, mix 2 cups of the flour, 1/3 cup granulated sugar, the salt and yeast. Add warm milk, 1/4 cup butter and egg. Beat with electric mixer on low speed 1 minute, scraping bowl frequently. Beat on medium speed 1 minute, scraping bowl frequently. Stir in enough remaining flour, 1/2 cup at a time, to make dough easy to handle.
  • Place dough on lightly floured surface. Knead about 5 minutes or until dough is smooth and springy. Grease large bowl with shortening. Place dough in bowl, turning dough to grease all sides. Cover bowl loosely with plastic wrap; let rise in warm place about 1 hour 30 minutes or until dough has doubled in size. Dough is ready if indentation remains when touched.
  • In 2-quart saucepan, heat brown sugar and 1/2 cup butter to boiling, stirring constantly; remove from heat. Stir in corn syrup. Pour into 13x9-inch pan. Sprinkle with pecan halves.
  • In small bowl, mix all filling ingredients except 2 tablespoons butter; set aside.
  • Gently push fist into dough to deflate. Flatten dough with hands or rolling pin into 15x10-inch rectangle on lightly floured surface. Spread with 2 tablespoons butter; sprinkle with filling. Roll rectangle up tightly, beginning at 15-inch side. Pinch edge of dough into roll to seal. With fingers, shape until even. With dental floss or a serrated knife, cut roll into 15 (1 -inch) slices.
  • Place slices slightly apart in pan. Cover loosely with plastic wrap; let rise in warm place about 30 minutes or until dough has doubled in size.
  • Heat oven to 350°F. Bake 30 to 35 minutes or until golden brown. Let stand 2 to 3 minutes. Place heatproof tray or serving plate upside down onto pan; immediately turn tray and pan over. Let pan remain 1 minute so caramel can drizzle over rolls; remove pan. Serve warm.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 380, Carbohydrate 51 g, Cholesterol 45 mg, Fat 3, Fiber 2 g, Protein 5 g, SaturatedFat 8 g, ServingSize 1 Roll, Sodium 260 mg

CARAMEL PECAN STICKY BUNS



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Who doesn't like sweet, spicy, and nutty sticky buns? These are loaded with pecans, cinnamon, and sweet gooey goodness.

Provided by White Lily

Categories     Trusted Brands: Recipes and Tips     White Lily®

Time 3h

Yield 15

Number Of Ingredients 10

Prepared wheat bread dough
1 cup butter
1 cup firmly packed brown sugar
¼ cup light corn syrup
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 ¼ cups chopped pecans
¾ cup firmly packed brown sugar
6 tablespoons butter, softened
3 tablespoons White Lily® All Purpose Wheat Flour
4 teaspoons ground cinnamon

Steps:

  • Prepare bread dough according to recipe directions. Place in large greased bowl. Cover and let rise in warm place until doubled in size, about 30 to 45 minutes (see Note).
  • For Caramel Pecan Topping: Melt 1 cup butter in medium saucepan over medium heat. Add 1 cup brown sugar and corn syrup; stir until smooth. Remove from heat. Stir in vanilla. Spread evenly in 13 x 9-inch baking pan. Sprinkle evenly with pecans.
  • For Cinnamon Filling: Mix 3/4 cup brown sugar, 6 tablespoons butter, flour and cinnamon in small bowl with fork until blended. Roll dough to 16 x 10-inch rectangle on lightly floured surface. Crumble filling mixture evenly over dough. Beginning at long side, roll up tightly, pressing seam to seal. Cut evenly into 15 slices. Place cut side down in prepared pan. Cover loosely with plastic wrap. Let rise in warm place (80 degrees to 90 degrees F) 30 to 45 minutes or until doubled in size.
  • Heat oven to 350 degrees F. Bake buns 30 to 35 minutes or until golden brown. Cool 10 minutes to allow caramel to thicken. Invert onto serving plate. Serve warm or at room temperature.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 370.8 calories, Carbohydrate 39.4 g, Cholesterol 44.7 mg, Fat 24 g, Fiber 2.1 g, Protein 3.1 g, SaturatedFat 11.3 g, Sodium 196.8 mg, Sugar 27.4 g

CARAMEL-PECAN STICKY BUNS



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My mother used to make delicious cinnamon rolls when I was a child. Later, she taught my sister and me to make them. I've since added the caramel and pecans. These scrumptious sticky buns are a huge hit wherever I take them. -Judy Powell, Star, Idaho

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Breakfast     Brunch

Time 1h

Yield 1 dozen.

Number Of Ingredients 14

1 package (1/4 ounce) active dry yeast
3/4 cup warm water (110° to 115°)
3/4 cup warm 2% milk (110° to 115°)
1/4 cup sugar
3 tablespoons canola oil
2 teaspoons salt
3-3/4 to 4-1/4 cups all-purpose flour
FILLING:
1/4 cup butter, softened
1/4 cup sugar
3 teaspoons ground cinnamon
3/4 cup packed brown sugar
1/2 cup heavy whipping cream
1 cup coarsely chopped pecans

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, dissolve yeast in warm water. Add the milk, sugar, oil, salt and 1-1/4 cups flour. Beat on medium speed for 2-3 minutes or until smooth. Stir in enough remaining flour to form a soft dough. , Turn onto a floured surface; knead until smooth and elastic, 6-8 minutes. Place in a greased bowl, turning once to grease top. Cover and let rise in a warm place until doubled, about 1 hour., Punch dough down. Turn onto a lightly floured surface. Roll into an 18x12-in. rectangle. Spread butter to within 1/2 in. of edges. Combine sugar and cinnamon; sprinkle over butter. Roll up jelly-roll style, starting with a long side; pinch seam to seal. Cut into 12 slices., Combine brown sugar and cream; pour into a greased 13x9-in. baking pan. Sprinkle with pecans. Place rolls cut side down over pecans. Cover and let rise until doubled, about 1 hour., Bake at 350° for 30-35 minutes or until well browned. Cool for 1 minute before inverting onto a serving platter.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 405 calories, Fat 19g fat (6g saturated fat), Cholesterol 26mg cholesterol, Sodium 450mg sodium, Carbohydrate 55g carbohydrate (23g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 6g protein.

CARAMEL-PECAN STICKY ROLLS (LIGHTER RECIPE)



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Who said that caramel rolls have to be high in fat and calories? This lighter version of a favorite indulgence keeps flavor high while cutting back on some of the fat found in other breakfast rolls.

Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Side Dish

Time 3h15m

Yield 15

Number Of Ingredients 11

3 1/2 to 4 cups Gold Medal™ all-purpose flour or Better for Bread™ flour
1/3 cup granulated sugar
1 teaspoon salt
2 packages regular or quick active dry yeast
1 cup very warm milk, (120°F to 130°F )
1/3 cup stick margarine, softened
1 egg
2 tablespoons stick margarine, softened
1/2 cup chopped pecans or raisins, if desired
1/4 cup granulated sugar or packed brown sugar
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon

Steps:

  • Mix 2 cups of the flour, 1/3 cup granulated sugar, the salt and yeast in large bowl. Add warm milk, 1/3 cup margarine and the egg. Beat with electric mixer on low speed 1 minute, scaping bowl frequently. Beat on medium speed 1 minute, scaping bowl frequently. Stir in enough remaining flour to make dough easy to handle.
  • Turn dough onto lightly floured surface. Knead about 5 minutes or until smooth and elastic. Place in greased bowl and turn greased side up. Cover and let rise in warm place about 1 hour 30 minutes or until double. Dough is ready if indentation remains when touched.
  • Grease bottom and sides of rectangular pan, 13x9x2 inches. Punch down dough. Flatten with hands or rolling pin into rectangle, 15x10 inches, on lightly floured surface. Spread with 2 tablespoons margarine. Mix pecans, 1/4 cup granulated sugar and the cinnamon; sprinkle evenly over margarine. Roll rectangle up tightly, beginning at 15-inch side. Pinch edge of dough into roll to seal. Stretch and shape until even. Cut roll into fifteen 1-inch slices. Place slightly apart in pan. Cover and let rise in warm place about 30 minutes or until double.
  • Heat oven to 350°F.
  • Bake 30 to 35 minutes or until golden brown. Remove from pan to wire rack. Cool 10 minutes. Serve warm.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 200, Carbohydrate 31 g, Cholesterol 15 mg, Fat 1, Fiber 1 g, Protein 4 g, SaturatedFat 1 g, ServingSize 1 Roll, Sodium 250 mg

SALTED CARAMEL PECAN STICKY BUNS



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Soft, sticky, sweet, with a touch of salt and the crunch of pecans, these delightful sticky buns make a special dessert treat. My family absolutely loves them.

Provided by Diamond Crystal Salt

Categories     Trusted Brands: Recipes and Tips     Diamond Crystal® Salt

Time 3h

Yield 18

Number Of Ingredients 17

2 tablespoons active dry yeast
½ cup granulated sugar
½ cup water at room temperature
1 cup milk at room temperature
¼ cup butter, melted
1 egg, lightly beaten
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
4 cups all-purpose flour
½ teaspoon Diamond Crystal® Kosher Salt
½ cup butter
1 cup dark brown sugar, packed
¼ teaspoon Diamond Crystal® Kosher Salt, or to taste
3 tablespoons heavy cream
1 ⅓ cups chopped pecans
1 cup brown sugar
2 teaspoons cinnamon
4 tablespoons butter, melted

Steps:

  • Combine yeast, sugar, water and milk in a large bowl. Let sit until foamy, 5 to 10 minutes.
  • Mix in butter, egg, and vanilla. Stir in flour and Diamond Crystal® Kosher Salt and mix until dough comes together; you may need additional flour. Knead until smooth and elastic, 8 to 10 minutes. Place dough in an oiled bowl; cover with a cloth and set in a warm place to rise until doubled, 1 1/2 to 2 hours.
  • Spray two 9-inch cake pans liberally with cooking spray.
  • For the caramel sauce, combine 1/2 cup butter and 1 cup dark brown sugar in a small saucepan over medium heat. Cook until sugar dissolves in the butter. Stir in the heavy cream and Diamond Crystal® Kosher Salt; mix well but do not bring to a boil. Sauce will be thick. Divide sauce equally into cake pans. Sprinkle equal amounts of pecans on top of caramel sauce.
  • Divide dough into two equal portions and roll out each section into a rectangle approximately 14x6 inches.
  • For the filling, mix brown sugar and cinnamon together. Brush melted butter evenly on each rectangle and sprinkle with brown sugar cinnamon mix. Starting with the longer side roll up each rectangle. Cut each roll into 9 equal portions. Place rolls into prepared cake pans and let rise until doubled, about 30 minutes.
  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
  • Bake until browned and baked through, 25 to 30 minutes.
  • Immediately (and carefully as sauce will be very hot) invert onto a plate. Serve warm.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 386.3 calories, Carbohydrate 53.3 g, Cholesterol 41.9 mg, Fat 17.8 g, Fiber 1.9 g, Protein 5.1 g, SaturatedFat 7.9 g, Sodium 171.4 mg, Sugar 30.4 g

CARAMEL-PECAN CINNAMON ROLLS



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These irresistible rolls are perfect as an Easter brunch idea! - Louis Jacobsen, Dallas, Wisconsin

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Breakfast     Brunch

Time 50m

Yield 15 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 16

2 packages (1/4 ounce each) active dry yeast
1 cup warm 2% milk (110° to 115°)
2 large eggs, room temperature
5 tablespoons butter, melted
1/2 cup sugar
1 teaspoon salt
5 cups all-purpose flour
CARAMEL SAUCE:
1 cup butter, cubed
2 cups packed brown sugar
1/4 cup corn syrup
1/2 to 3/4 cup chopped pecans
FILLING:
2 tablespoons butter, melted
1/2 cup sugar
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, dissolve yeast in warm milk. Add the eggs, butter, sugar, salt and 3 cups flour. Beat until smooth. Stir in enough remaining flour to form a soft dough. , Turn onto a lightly floured surface; knead until smooth and elastic, about 6-8 minutes. Place in a greased bowl, turning once to grease top. Cover and let rise in a warm place until doubled, about 1 hour., Meanwhile, for sauce, melt butter in a large saucepan. Stir in brown sugar and corn syrup. Boil over medium heat for 2 minutes, stirring constantly. Pour into a greased 13x9-in. baking dish. Sprinkle with pecans; set aside., Punch the dough down. Turn onto a floured surface. Roll into a 17x15-in. rectangle. Spread butter to within 1/2 in. of edges. Combine sugar and cinnamon; sprinkle over dough. Roll up jelly-roll style, starting with a long side; pinch seam to seal., Cut into 15 slices. Place cut side down over caramel sauce. Cover; let rise until doubled, about 30 minutes. , Bake at 350° until golden brown, 30-35 minutes. Let stand 5 minutes; invert onto a serving platter.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 533 calories, Fat 22g fat (6g saturated fat), Cholesterol 45mg cholesterol, Sodium 389mg sodium, Carbohydrate 80g carbohydrate (46g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 6g protein.

Tips:

  • For a gooey caramel center, use a combination of brown sugar and granulated sugar in the filling.
  • To ensure even baking, roll the dough out into a uniform rectangle and cut it into evenly sized pieces.
  • Don't over-proof the dough, as this can result in dense, heavy rolls.
  • If you don't have a stand mixer, you can make the dough by hand. Just be sure to knead it for at least 10 minutes, until it is smooth and elastic.
  • For a richer flavor, use dark brown sugar in the caramel filling.
  • If you want a more pronounced pecan flavor, toast the pecans before adding them to the filling.
  • Be generous with the caramel sauce, as it will soak into the rolls and make them extra gooey.
  • Serve the rolls warm, topped with a scoop of vanilla ice cream or whipped cream.

Conclusion:

Caramel pecan sticky rolls are a delicious and indulgent treat that are perfect for any occasion. With a gooey caramel center, a pecan-studded filling, and a sweet and sticky glaze, these rolls are sure to be a hit with everyone who tries them. So next time you're looking for a special breakfast or dessert, give these caramel pecan sticky rolls a try. You won't be disappointed!

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