Sticky Buns with Caramel (Printable Version)
Tender buns baked with buttery caramel and toasted pecans for a sweet, gooey finish.
# Ingredients Required:
→ Dough
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438 g all-purpose flour
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7 g active dry yeast (1 packet)
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50 g granulated sugar
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5 g salt
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180 ml warm milk (43°C)
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75 g unsalted butter, melted
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1 large egg, room temperature
→ Caramel Base
08 -
113 g unsalted butter
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165 g packed light brown sugar
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45 ml heavy cream
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15 ml corn syrup
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5 ml vanilla extract
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1.25 g salt
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90 g toasted pecans, chopped (optional)
→ Filling
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43 g unsalted butter, softened
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110 g packed light brown sugar
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4 g ground cinnamon
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0.5 g ground nutmeg
# Guide to Cooking:
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Combine flour, yeast, sugar, and salt in a large bowl. Form a well and add warm milk, melted butter, and egg. Mix with a wooden spoon or stand mixer until a soft, slightly sticky dough forms.
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Transfer dough to a floured surface and knead 8-10 minutes until smooth and elastic, or knead 5-6 minutes in a stand mixer. Dough should spring back when pressed lightly.
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Place dough in a greased bowl, cover with a damp towel, and let rise in a warm place for 1 hour until doubled in size.
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Melt butter in a saucepan over medium heat. Stir in brown sugar, cream, corn syrup, vanilla, and salt. Cook 2-3 minutes until smooth and bubbling, then pour into a greased 23×33 cm baking dish. Sprinkle pecans evenly if using.
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Punch down dough and roll into a 30×45 cm rectangle. Spread softened butter evenly, leaving a 1.25 cm border. Mix brown sugar, cinnamon, and nutmeg; sprinkle over butter layer.
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Roll dough tightly from the long edge into a log. Cut into 12 equal pieces using unflavored dental floss or a sharp knife. Arrange cut-side down over the caramel in the pan.
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Cover loosely with plastic wrap; let rise 45-60 minutes until puffy. Preheat oven to 175°C during last 15 minutes. Bake 25-30 minutes until golden and internal temperature reaches 88°C.
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Cool buns for 2 minutes. Run a knife around edges and invert onto a serving platter. Let pan rest 30 seconds before lifting to allow caramel to drizzle over buns.
# Extra Suggestions:
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For dairy-free variation, substitute coconut oil for butter; for nut allergies, omit or replace pecans with walnuts.