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Home » Dessert » Easy 30 Minute Caramel Pecan Sticky Buns

Easy 30 Minute Caramel Pecan Sticky Buns

Published: Apr 14, 2016 · Modified: Mar 4, 2018 by Allison · 24 Comments

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Easy Sticky Buns ~ Tender and gooey melt-in-your-mouth sticky buns topped with caramel sauce and chopped pecans. This easy recipe uses canned crescent roll dough and prepared caramel sauce.

Caramel sticky buns with pecans. I have a serious weakness for sticky buns. They are without a doubt my favorite breakfast pastry. There is a restaurant near our house that sells the absolute best sticky buns. They are huge; nearly the size of a dinner plate! The pastry is tender and the caramel topping is ultra gooey and sweet, and it’s just pure perfection. I only allow myself to order one about once a year because I cannot stop myself once I start eating it. It’s unbelievably delicious!

Pie plate of caramel sticky buns with pecans.

I am never ambitious enough to make “real” sticky buns at home. They require quite a bit of work, time, and planning ahead. Plus, I don’t need a huge pan of sticky buns sitting around my kitchen (see above regarding my lack of self control) ;). So, for those times that I’m craving a sticky bun – stat!- this recipe for Easy Caramel Pecan Sticky Buns comes to the rescue.

Caramel sticky buns with pecans.

This recipe makes 10-12 small sticky buns and I take shortcuts with a couple store bought ingredients. Instead of making a traditional yeast dough, I use store bought crescent roll dough. I also use store bought caramel sauce instead of homemade. I prefer salted caramel sauce because I like the salty/sweet combo. If you prefer regular caramel, feel free to use that.

Pecans and caramel sauce in a glass pie plate.

To prepare: sprinkle chopped pecans in the bottom of a pie dish and top with caramel sauce. Unroll the crescent dough on a flat surface, then fill it with brown sugar and cinnamon. Roll up the dough, cut into pieces, and place the pieces on top of the caramel and pecans. Bake until bubbly and golden brown, then carefully invert the pan onto a plate. After inverting, the gooey caramel and crunchy pecans smother every surface of each sticky bun. At that point you have a big decision to make – burn the roof of your mouth by diving in immediately, or allow them to cool slightly. You know which option I chose. #WorthIt

Caramel sticky buns with pecans.

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Caramel sticky buns with pecans.

Easy Caramel Pecan Sticky Buns

Tender and gooey melt-in-your-mouth sticky buns topped with salted caramel sauce and chopped pecans. This easy recipe uses canned crescent roll dough and prepared caramel sauce.
5 from 4 votes
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Course: Breakfast, Dessert
Cuisine: American
Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 16 minutes
Total Time: 31 minutes
Servings: 4
Calories: 252kcal
Author: Allison - Celebrating Sweets

Ingredients

  • ¾ cup toasted chopped pecans, see note
  • ½ cup salted caramel sauce, heated until pourable (see note)
  • oz One 8- can refrigerated crescent rolls
  • ¼ cup brown sugar
  • ¼ teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • Sea salt, optional

Instructions

  • Preheat oven to 375°F. Grease a 9.5 inch pie dish. Scatter the pecans into a single layer in the bottom of the pie dish. Pour the caramel sauce evenly over the top of the pecans. Set aside.
  • On a lightly floured surface, roll out the crescent dough into a 13x9 inch rectangle. Be sure to press together any seams in the dough to form one complete piece. Sprinkle the brown sugar and cinnamon over the crescent roll dough leaving a half inch border around the outside. Starting at one of the shorter sides, tightly roll the crescent rolls into a log. Cut the log into 10-12 rolls. I cut the dough using a piece of unflavored dental floss. Slide the floss under the log of dough where you want to cut, grab both ends of the floss in each hand, crossing them over each other above dough. Pull it taut until the slice is cut. Continue to slide the floss along the length of the log of dough until all pieces are cut. Alternately, you can use a really sharp knife to cut them.
  • Place the sticky buns cut side up on top of the caramel in the pie dish, placing approximately 8 buns around the outside and 3 inside.
  • Bake for 16-18 minutes, until the buns are light golden brown and the caramel sauce is bubbling. Remove from the oven, and place a large plate on top of the pie dish, then quickly flip the pie dish over to invert the buns onto the plate. Spoon any caramel or pecans left in the pie dish onto the buns. If desired, sprinkle lightly with sea salt. Serve while warm. The caramel will firm up as it cools. These are best served immediately.

Notes

To toast pecans, place nuts in a dry skillet set over medium heat. Cook, stirring occasionally, until the nuts are fragrant and lightly toasted. Watch them closely so that they don't burn.
Make sure you use a fairly thick caramel sauce (not a thin caramel "syrup"). I use Trader Joe's Fleur de Sel caramel sauce and I highly recommend it.

Nutrition

Calories: 252kcal | Carbohydrates: 34g | Protein: 2g | Fat: 13g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Sodium: 102mg | Potassium: 118mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 14g | Vitamin A: 25IU | Calcium: 39mg | Iron: 0.6mg

Nutritional Information is an estimate based on third-party calculations and may vary based on products used and serving sizes.

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Caramel sticky buns with pecans.

This post originally appeared on Julie’s Eats & Treats where I am a regular contributor.

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  1. Tracy | Baking Mischief

    April 17, 2016 at 6:23 pm

    5 stars
    Oh my gosh, yes, yes, yes, and more yes. I would like to be eating these right now, please!

    Reply
  2. Rebecca Hicks

    April 17, 2016 at 7:03 pm

    These sticky buns look absolutely delicious and decadent! I love that they are so easy and quick to make too. Thanks for sharing 🙂

    Reply
  3. The Home Loving Wife

    April 18, 2016 at 5:02 am

    These look AMAZING!!!!

    Reply
  4. Liv

    April 18, 2016 at 6:43 pm

    Those look fantastic! And so easy!

    Reply
  5. Angie

    April 19, 2016 at 9:10 am

    Those look AMAZING!

    Reply
    • Celebrating Sweets

      April 21, 2016 at 2:59 pm

      Thanks, Angie!

      Reply
  6. Teri

    April 21, 2016 at 7:53 am

    5 stars
    Easy sticky buns, that’s my style!

    Reply
  7. Julie @ Willow Bird Baking

    May 02, 2016 at 5:48 am

    Oooh, only 30 minutes!! These look amazing.

    Reply
  8. Danae @ Recipe Runner

    May 02, 2016 at 8:03 am

    Caramel pecan sticky buns are my kryptonite! If they’re on the brunch table it’s guaranteed that I’ll eat at least two. I love how quick and easy these are to make!

    Reply
  9. Catherine

    May 02, 2016 at 9:26 pm

    These are irresistible! Oh how I would love waking up to a batch of these in the morning…sticky buns are a my weakness. Looks fabulous dear. xo, Catherine

    Reply
  10. Jennifer @NourishedSimply

    May 03, 2016 at 9:48 am

    It just amazes me that you can do some much with simple crescent rolls!

    Reply
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