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Overnight Caramel Pecan Cinnamon Rolls

Delightful cinnamon rolls filled with caramel and pecans, perfect for a cozy breakfast.
Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 30 minutes
Servings: 12 servings
Course: Breakfast, Brunch
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350

Ingredients
  

Dough
  • 4 cups all-purpose flour, plus more for dusting Extra flour for dusting the surface while rolling out dough.
  • 1/4 cup granulated sugar
  • 2 1/4 teaspoons instant yeast (1 packet) Instant yeast is preferred for quick rising.
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1 cup whole milk, warmed Warm the milk to activate the yeast.
  • 1/4 cup unsalted butter, melted
  • 2 large eggs
Filling
  • 1/2 cup packed brown sugar
  • 2 tablespoons ground cinnamon
  • 1/4 cup unsalted butter, softened
Caramel Pecan Topping
  • 1 cup caramel sauce (store-bought or homemade) For more flavor, homemade caramel is recommended.
  • 1 cup pecans, chopped Can be toasted for additional flavor.

Method
 

Prepare the Dough
  1. In a large mixing bowl, combine flour, sugar, yeast, and salt.
  2. In a separate bowl, mix the warm milk, melted butter, and eggs.
  3. Pour the wet ingredients into the dry mix and stir until a dough forms.
  4. Knead the dough for about 5 minutes until smooth. If it's too sticky, add a bit more flour.
Let It Rise
  1. Place the dough in a greased bowl, cover it with plastic wrap or a damp cloth, and let it rise in a warm spot for 1 hour or until doubled in size.
Prepare the Filling
  1. Mix the brown sugar and cinnamon in a bowl.
  2. Roll out the dough on a floured surface to roughly an 18x12 inch rectangle.
  3. Spread the softened butter over the dough, then sprinkle the cinnamon-sugar mixture evenly.
Roll It Up
  1. Starting from the long edge, roll the dough tightly into a log.
  2. Cut the log into 12 equal slices.
Assemble the Rolls
  1. In a greased 9x13 inch baking dish, drizzle caramel sauce on the bottom.
  2. Sprinkle chopped pecans over the caramel.
  3. Arrange the cinnamon roll slices on top of the caramel and nuts.
Chill Overnight
  1. Cover the dish with plastic wrap and refrigerate overnight.
Bake
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. Remove the rolls from the refrigerator and let them sit at room temperature for 30 minutes.
  3. Bake for 25-30 minutes or until golden brown.
Serve
  1. Allow them to cool slightly before flipping the rolls onto a serving dish. Drizzle any remaining caramel on top.

Notes

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. For longer storage, freeze in a sealed bag for up to a month.