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Easy Sticky Buns Recipe

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This Easy Sticky Buns recipe transforms store-bought cinnamon rolls into a gooey, nutty delight. Featuring a rich caramel topping made with butter, brown sugar, and corn syrup, combined with crunchy pecans, these sticky buns are baked to golden perfection in under 30 minutes — perfect for a quick breakfast or dessert treat that serves 16.

  • Author: Chef
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 20-30 minutes
  • Total Time: 30-40 minutes
  • Yield: 16 servings
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American

Ingredients

Sticky Topping

  • ½ cup (113g) unsalted or salted butter
  • 1 cup (200g) packed brown sugar
  • ¼ cup corn syrup (may substitute honey)
  • 1 ½ cups coarsely chopped pecans

Main

  • 2 cans cinnamon rolls (8 rolls each can or larger 5 rolls per can)

Instructions

  1. Preheat and Prepare Pan: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Spray a 9-inch square baking pan with nonstick cooking spray to ensure your sticky buns don’t stick to the pan.
  2. Make the Caramel Topping: In a small saucepan over medium-low heat, melt the butter. Once melted, add the brown sugar and corn syrup. Stir continuously until the mixture boils, then let it boil for one full minute while stirring to achieve a smooth caramel. Remove from heat promptly.
  3. Assemble the Topping: Pour the hot caramel mixture evenly into the bottom of the prepared 9×9-inch pan. Sprinkle the coarsely chopped pecans evenly over the caramel to create a nutty layer.
  4. Arrange Cinnamon Rolls: Unroll or separate the cinnamon rolls from the cans and place them on top of the pecans in the pan. If using the smaller 8-roll cans, they may fit snugly—press them gently to fit.
  5. Bake: Place the pan in the preheated oven and bake for 20 to 30 minutes. Bake until the buns are golden brown on top and cooked through in the center. Cooking times may vary slightly depending on your oven.
  6. Cool and Serve: Once baked, remove the pan from the oven and allow the sticky buns to cool slightly for about 5 minutes. Then invert the pan onto a serving plate so the caramel and pecans become the topping, and enjoy warm sticky buns.

Notes

  • You can substitute corn syrup with an equal amount of honey for a natural sweetener alternative.
  • For easier removal from the pan after baking, line the pan with parchment paper before spraying.
  • Adjust baking time if using larger cinnamon rolls; watch for a golden brown top and a cooked center as signs of doneness.
  • Leftover sticky buns can be reheated gently in the microwave for 15-20 seconds before serving.

Find it online: https://cheftinaskitchen.com/easy-sticky-buns-recipe/