Cinnamon rolls are a classic breakfast pastry loved by many. These sweet, gooey rolls are perfect for a lazy Sunday morning or a special occasion breakfast.
But, have you ever tried a maple pecan cinnamon roll? This variation on the classic recipe will take your taste buds on a journey to sweet, crunchy heaven.
Ingredients
To make these delicious cinnamon rolls, you will need:.
- 3 ½ cups all-purpose flour
- ½ cup sugar
- 1 ½ tsp salt
- 2 ¼ tsp instant yeast
- 1 cup warm milk (110°F)
- 6 tbsp unsalted butter, melted
- 2 large eggs, room temperature
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 cup chopped pecans
- 2 tbsp maple syrup
- 2 tsp ground cinnamon
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 2 tbsp unsalted butter, softened
- 2-3 tbsp milk
Instructions
1. In a large mixing bowl, combine the flour, sugar, salt, and yeast.
2. In another mixing bowl, whisk together the warm milk, melted butter, eggs, and vanilla extract.
3. Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and use a wooden spoon or a stand mixer with a dough hook attachment to combine everything together.
4. Once the dough forms, turn it out onto a floured surface. Knead the dough for 4-5 minutes until it becomes smooth and elastic.
5. Grease a large bowl with non-stick spray and place the dough into the bowl. Cover the bowl with a damp kitchen towel or plastic wrap.
6. Allow the dough to rise for 1-2 hours or until it has doubled in size.
7. Preheat the oven to 350°F.
8. In a small bowl, mix together the chopped pecans, maple syrup, and ground cinnamon.
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9. On a floured surface, roll the dough out into a rectangle (about 12 x 18 inches).
10. Spread softened butter onto the dough and then sprinkle the pecan mixture over the buttered dough.
11. Roll the dough into a log and pinch the seam closed.
12. Use a sharp knife to cut the log into pieces (about 1 ½ inches thick).
13. Place the cinnamon rolls into a greased baking dish and bake for 25-30 minutes.
14. In a small bowl, mix together the powdered sugar and milk to create the icing.
15. Once the cinnamon rolls have finished baking, remove them from the oven and allow them to cool for a few minutes.
16. Drizzle the icing over the warm cinnamon rolls and serve.
Enjoying Your Maple Pecan Cinnamon Rolls
These maple pecan cinnamon rolls are best served warm. You can store them in an airtight container for up to a week and just reheat them in the microwave for a few seconds to get that ooey-gooey texture back.
They are perfect for breakfast, brunch, or just a sweet snack.
