Ingredients and Weight:
- High-gluten flour: 500g
- Brown sugar: 150g
- Salted caramel sauce: 100ml (can be homemade or purchased)
- Unsalted butter: 100g
- Eggs: 2
- Milk: 200ml
- Pecan pieces: 1 cup (optional, for topping)
- Baking powder: 1 tsp
- Salt: 1/2 tsp
Preparation Time:
- Preparation time: 2 hours (includes dough preparation, rising, and baking)
- Cooking time: 30 minutes
Difficulty Level:
Level 4 (Moderate to Advanced) - requires attention to dough mixing and caramel sauce preparation.
Preparation Method Steps:
- In a large bowl, combine flour, baking powder, and salt. Mix well.
- In a separate bowl, cream together brown sugar and butter. Add eggs one by one, mixing well after each addition.
- Add milk to the butter-sugar mixture and mix until combined.
- Pour the liquid ingredients into the flour mixture and knead until a smooth dough forms.
- Cover the dough and let it rise in a warm place for about an hour or until doubled in size.
- Once the dough has risen, punch it down and roll out into a rectangular shape.
- Spread the salted caramel sauce evenly over the dough. Sprinkle with pecan pieces.
- Roll up the dough lengthwise and cut into individual buns.
- Place the buns on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper and let them rise for another 30 minutes.
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Bake the buns for 25-30 minutes or until golden brown.
- Remove from the oven and let cool slightly before serving.
Nutritional Information: (Per serving)
- Calories: Approx. 450 calories (based on serving size of one bun)
- Fat: 18g
- Carbohydrates: 65g
- Protein: 8g
(Note: Nutritional information may vary depending on ingredients used.)
Dish Characteristics:
- A unique combination of salty caramel and pecans in a soft, sticky bun.
- The salted caramel sauce gives the buns a sweet-salty flavor that is popular in American cuisine.
- The pecan pieces provide a crunchy texture and added flavor.
User Comments:
- "These sticky buns are amazing! The salted caramel sauce is a great addition."
- "I love the combination of pecans and caramel in these buns, they are so delicious."
- "The buns are perfectly baked, soft and fluffy with a crispy exterior."
- "This is a great dish for a special occasion, will definitely make it again."
- "The preparation was a bit time-consuming but the result was worth it."
Special Precautions and Tips:
- Be sure to use warm water when mixing the dough to ensure it rises properly.
- Handle the dough gently to avoid deflating it during rolling and shaping.
- Use a good quality salted caramel sauce for best results; homemade sauce can be easily made by reducing caramel with salt and cream.
- For best results, let the dough rise in a warm, draft-free place to ensure it rises evenly.
