MAPLE NUT STICKY BUNS

MAPLE NUT STICKY BUNS image

Yield 12

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 cup coarsely chopped pecans OR walnuts
1/2 cup maple syrup
3 cups all-purpose flour
1/4 cup granulated sugar
1 package quick-rising active dry yeast
1 tsp salt
1 cup warm water (120-130 degrees)
6 TBSP softened butter, divided
1 egg, at room temperature
1/2 cup packed light brown sugar, divided
1 tsp cinnamon

Steps:

Grease a 13x9-inch baking pan and spread pecans and maple syrup evenly over the bottom. Combine 2 cups flour, granulated sugar, yeast and salt in a large bowl. Stir in water, 2 TBSP butter and egg. Beat until smooth; gradually stir in remaining flour until soft dough forms. Cover with plastic wrap; let rise until doubled, about 30 minutes. On lightly floured surface, roll dough to 15x12-inch rectangle. Spread with remaining butter. Mix brown sugar with cinnamon; sprinkle over surface. Starting with a 12-inch side, roll up tightly. Cut into 12 slices; place cut side down in prepared pan. Cover with plastic wrap; place on wire rack set over large pan of hot water. Let rise until buns double, 30-45 minutes. Preheat oven to 375 degrees. Uncover buns. Bake until golden brown, 25-30 minutes. Cool for 1 minute. Loosen edges; invert onto a serving plate. Serve warm.