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Pecan Pie Cinnamon Rolls

Pecan Pie Cinnamon Rolls That Will Delight Your Mornings

Indulge in Pecan Pie Cinnamon Rolls, a delightful treat that combines gooey cinnamon pecan filling and cream cheese glaze for a perfect breakfast.
Prep Time 50 minutes
Cook Time 29 minutes
Rising Time 1 hour 20 minutes
Total Time 2 hours 39 minutes
Servings: 9 rolls
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350

Ingredients
  

For the Dough
  • 1 cup milk warmed to 110°F
  • teaspoons active dry yeast fresh for best results
  • 2 large eggs lightly beaten
  • 4 cups all-purpose flour spoon and level
  • ½ cup wholesome organic fair trade cane sugar or regular cane sugar
  • 1 teaspoon salt do not skip
  • ½ cup unsalted butter room temperature
For the Filling
  • ¼ cup unsalted butter for filling
  • 1 cup wholesome organic fair trade dark brown sugar or light brown sugar
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon adjust to taste
  • 1 cup chopped pecans or walnuts
  • ½ cup heavy cream for filling
For the Cream Cheese Glaze
  • 4 ounces cream cheese full-fat
  • ¼ cup unsalted butter
  • 2 cups powdered sugar for sweetness
  • 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract optional
  • ¼ cup chopped pecans for decoration

Equipment

  • Mixing bowl
  • Stand mixer
  • Baking dish
  • Saucepan
  • Whisk
  • Rolling Pin
  • sharp knife

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Begin by warming 1 cup of milk to 110°F. Sprinkle 2¼ teaspoons of active dry yeast over the milk and let it sit for 10 minutes.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, combine 4 cups of all-purpose flour, ½ cup of cane sugar, and 1 teaspoon of salt. Incorporate ½ cup of room temperature unsalted butter.
  3. Pour in the activated yeast mixture along with 2 large eggs and mix until a soft dough forms.
  4. Transfer the dough onto a lightly floured surface and knead it for about 5 minutes until smooth and elastic.
  5. Place the kneaded dough in a greased bowl, cover, and let it rise for about 1 hour, until doubled in size.
  6. For the filling, melt ¼ cup of unsalted butter in a saucepan, stir in 1 cup of dark brown sugar, 1 teaspoon of cinnamon, and ½ cup of heavy cream.
  7. Mix in 1 cup of chopped pecans, then chill the mixture. Blend together ½ cup of butter, 1 cup of brown sugar, and 2 tablespoons of cinnamon for the cinnamon pecan filling.
Baking
  1. After the dough has risen, roll it out into a large rectangle, spread both fillings, and roll into a log.
  2. Cut into 9 pieces and arrange in a greased baking dish. Let rise for another 20 minutes.
  3. Preheat your oven to 375°F and pour ½ cup of heavy cream over the rolls before baking.
  4. Bake for 27-29 minutes, until golden brown and puffed.
  5. While baking, prepare the glaze by mixing cream cheese and butter, add powdered sugar and vanilla extract.
  6. Once baked, cool for a few minutes and spread the cream cheese icing over the rolls, topping with chopped pecans.

Nutrition

Serving: 1rollCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 5gFat: 17gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 60mgSodium: 200mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 1gSugar: 15gVitamin A: 500IUCalcium: 50mgIron: 1mg

Notes

These rolls can be prepared the night before and refrigerated for convenience. Ensure your milk is at the right temperature to activate the yeast, and use room temperature butter for optimal mixing.

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