Imagine sinking your teeth into a warm, gooey sticky bun that combines the rich, nutty flavor of brown butter, the sweet complexity of maple syrup, and the satisfying crunch of toasted pecans. These Cheats Brown Butter Salted Maple Pecan Sticky Buns are not just a dessert—they're a culinary experience that transforms an ordinary morning into an extraordinary indulgence. With just a few simple ingredients and minimal prep time, you can create a bakery-worthy treat that will have your family and friends begging for seconds!
Prep Time: 30 mins
Cook Time: 25 mins
Total Time: 55 mins
Cuisine: American
Serves: 12 servings
Ingredients
- 1 cup pecans, chopped
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter
- 1 cup brown sugar
- 1/2 cup maple syrup
- 1 package refrigerated biscuit dough
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 teaspoon sea salt
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C). Prepare a 9x13 inch baking dish by lightly greasing it with cooking spray or butter.
- In a medium saucepan, melt the unsalted butter over medium heat. Continue cooking, swirling the pan occasionally, until the butter turns a golden brown color and develops a nutty aroma. This should take about 3-4 minutes. Watch carefully to prevent burning.
- Remove brown butter from heat and stir in maple syrup, 1/2 cup of brown sugar, vanilla extract, and 1/4 teaspoon of sea salt. Mix until well combined.
- Spread half of the brown butter mixture on the bottom of the prepared baking dish. Sprinkle half of the chopped pecans evenly across the bottom.
- Open the refrigerated biscuit dough package. Carefully separate each biscuit and arrange them in a single layer over the pecan and butter mixture.
- In a small bowl, mix the remaining brown sugar and sea salt. Sprinkle this mixture over the top of the biscuits.
- Drizzle the remaining brown butter maple mixture over the biscuits, ensuring even coverage.
- Scatter the remaining chopped pecans on top of the biscuits.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until the biscuits are golden brown and the syrup is bubbling around the edges.
- Remove from oven and let cool for 5 minutes. Carefully invert the baking dish onto a serving platter, allowing the sticky sauce and pecans to coat the buns.
- Serve warm and enjoy the gooey, caramelized sticky buns with a drizzle of extra maple syrup if desired.
Tips
- Brown Butter Magic: Watch your butter carefully when browning. The difference between perfectly nutty brown butter and burnt butter is just seconds.
- Room Temperature Ingredients: Let your butter and biscuit dough sit out for a few minutes before starting to ensure even cooking and better texture.
- Don't Overmix: When combining the brown butter and maple syrup, stir just until combined to maintain the best flavor and texture.
- Pecan Placement: Toast your pecans briefly before adding them to enhance their nutty flavor and provide an extra layer of crunch.
- Inverting Technique: Use a large serving platter when inverting the baking dish to catch all the delicious syrup and pecan topping.
- Serving Suggestion: These sticky buns are best served warm, so time your baking to coincide with breakfast or brunch for maximum enjoyment.
Nutrition Facts
Calories: 380kcal
Carbohydrates: 45g
Protein: 4g
Fat: 22g
Saturated Fat: 10g
Cholesterol: 40mg
