Save Tender rolls swirled with a buttery cinnamon-pecan filling and baked in a luscious maple syrup glaze, perfect for a cozy weekend brunch.
Ingredients
- Dough: 3 ½ cups (440 g) all-purpose flour, ¼ cup (50 g) granulated sugar, 2 ¼ tsp (7 g, 1 packet) instant yeast, 1 tsp fine sea salt, ¾ cup (180 ml) whole milk, lukewarm, ¼ cup (60 ml) unsalted butter, melted, 2 large eggs, room temperature
- Maple-Pecan Filling: ½ cup (110 g) unsalted butter, softened, ⅓ cup (70 g) light brown sugar, packed, ¼ cup (60 ml) pure maple syrup, 1 tbsp ground cinnamon, 1 cup (100 g) pecans, finely chopped
- Maple Glaze: ½ cup (110 g) unsalted butter, ½ cup (110 g) light brown sugar, packed, ⅓ cup (80 ml) pure maple syrup, 1 cup (100 g) pecans, roughly chopped, Pinch of kosher salt
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Instructions
- Make the Dough:
- In a large bowl, whisk together flour, sugar, yeast, and salt. In a separate bowl, mix milk, melted butter, and eggs. Add wet ingredients to dry and mix until a soft dough forms. Knead by hand or mixer for 8–10 minutes, until smooth and elastic. Place in a greased bowl, cover, and let rise in a warm place until doubled, about 1 hour.
- Prepare Maple Glaze:
- While dough rises, melt butter in a small saucepan over medium heat. Stir in brown sugar, maple syrup, and salt. Simmer 2–3 minutes, stirring until smooth. Pour into a greased 9×13-inch (23×33 cm) baking dish. Sprinkle chopped pecans evenly over the glaze.
- Prepare Filling:
- In a bowl, mix softened butter, brown sugar, maple syrup, and cinnamon into a paste.
- Shape the Buns:
- Punch down dough. On a lightly floured surface, roll into a 12×16-inch (30×40 cm) rectangle. Spread filling evenly over dough, leaving a ½-inch border. Sprinkle finely chopped pecans over the filling. Starting from the long edge, roll up tightly into a log. Slice into 12 even rolls.
- Assemble:
- Arrange rolls, cut side down, over the glaze in the prepared baking dish. Cover loosely and let rise until puffy, about 30 minutes.
- Bake:
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Bake buns 28–32 minutes, until golden and cooked through. Let rest 5 minutes, then carefully invert onto a serving platter so glaze and pecans are on top.
- Serve:
- Serve warm and enjoy.
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Save Recipe FAQs
- → How do I ensure the dough rises properly?
Keep the dough in a warm, draft-free area covered with a clean cloth. Rising typically takes about an hour until doubled in size.
- → Can I substitute walnuts for pecans?
Yes, walnuts work well as a substitute and offer a slightly different but delicious nutty flavor.
- → How should I store leftover rolls?
Store leftover rolls in an airtight container at room temperature for up to two days or refrigerate for longer freshness.
- → What is the best way to reheat these rolls?
Gently reheat rolls in the microwave or oven to restore softness and enhance the maple glaze’s flavor.
- → Can I prepare the dough the night before?
Yes, you can refrigerate the dough overnight and let it come to room temperature before shaping and baking.
