Here’s a tasty recipe for Pecan Cinnamon Rolls that will have your kitchen smelling amazing!
Ingredients:
For the dough:
- 1 cup warm milk (about 110°F)
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 2 1/4 teaspoons active dry yeast
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 2 large eggs
- 4 cups all-purpose flour (plus more for rolling)
- 1 teaspoon salt
For the filling:
- 1/2 cup brown sugar, packed
- 1 tablespoon ground cinnamon
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup pecans, roughly chopped
For the cream cheese icing:
- 4 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 1/2 cups powdered sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1-2 tablespoons milk (to achieve desired consistency)
Instructions:
1. Prepare the dough:
- In a small bowl, combine the warm milk, sugar, and yeast. Stir until dissolved and let sit for about 5 minutes until foamy.
- In a large bowl, mix the melted butter, eggs, and yeast mixture.
- Gradually add the flour and salt, mixing until a dough forms.
- Knead the dough on a floured surface for about 5-7 minutes, or until it’s smooth and elastic.
- Place the dough in a lightly greased bowl, cover with a damp towel, and let rise in a warm place for 1-1.5 hours, or until doubled in size.
2. Make the filling:
- In a small bowl, mix together the brown sugar and cinnamon.
- After the dough has risen, punch it down and roll it out into a large rectangle (about 16×12 inches).
- Spread the softened butter evenly over the dough.
- Sprinkle the cinnamon-sugar mixture over the buttered dough, and then sprinkle the chopped pecans on top.
3. Roll and slice:
- Starting from the long edge, carefully roll the dough into a tight log.
- Slice the roll into 12 equal pieces.
- Arrange the cinnamon rolls in a greased 9×13 inch baking dish, leaving a little space between each roll.
4. Second rise:
- Cover the pan with a damp towel and let the rolls rise for another 30-45 minutes, or until puffed up.
5. Bake:
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Bake the rolls for 20-25 minutes, or until golden brown on top.
6. Make the icing:
- While the rolls are baking, beat together the softened cream cheese, butter, powdered sugar, vanilla extract, and milk until smooth and creamy.
- If it’s too thick, add a bit more milk to reach your desired consistency.
7. Frost and serve:
- Once the rolls are baked, let them cool for a few minutes before drizzling the cream cheese icing over the top.
Enjoy your homemade pecan cinnamon rolls! They’re perfect for breakfast, brunch, or just a sweet treat anytime!
