Apple Sticky Buns Recipe

Indulge in the irresistible aroma and taste of warm, gooey Apple Sticky Buns! This recipe, inspired by Taste of Home, delivers a delightful combination of tender, cinnamon-spiced dough swirled with sweet apples and topped with a rich, caramel-like sauce. Perfect for breakfast, brunch, or a sweet treat any time of day!

Prep Time 60 mins
Cook Time 1620 mins
Calories 424.4 kcal
Protein 12g
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Ingredients for Apple Sticky Buns

  • 3 cups (360g) all-purpose flour
  • 2 1/4 teaspoons (1 packet) active dry yeast
  • 1 cup (200g) granulated sugar
  • 1 1/4 teaspoons salt
  • 1 cup (240ml) milk
  • 1/4 cup (60ml) water
  • 3/4 cup butter
  • 1 large egg
  • 2 cups (200g) peeled and diced apples
  • 1 cup (200g) packed light brown sugar
  • 1/2 cup chopped walnuts
  • 1/4 cup light corn syrup
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1/4 cup (60ml) heavy cream

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How to Make Apple Sticky Buns

  1. In a large mixing bowl, combine 1 1/2 cups (180g) all-purpose flour, 2 1/4 teaspoons (1 packet) active dry yeast, 1/2 cup (100g) granulated sugar, and 1 teaspoon salt.
  2. In a saucepan, heat 1 cup (240ml) milk, 1/4 cup (60ml) water, and 1/4 cup (50g) unsalted butter over medium heat until the mixture reaches 120-130°F (49-54°C).
  3. Add the warm milk mixture to the dry ingredients.
  4. Beat with an electric mixer on low speed until just moistened.
  5. Add 1 large egg.
  6. Beat on medium speed until the dough is smooth and elastic.
  7. Stir in 1 1/2 cups (180g) additional all-purpose flour and 2 cups (200g) peeled and diced apples.
  8. Do not knead the dough.
  9. Cover the bowl and let the dough rise in a warm place for 30 minutes.
  10. Meanwhile, in a saucepan, combine 1 cup (200g) packed light brown sugar, 1/2 cup (100g) granulated sugar, 1/2 cup (120ml) butter, 1/4 cup (60ml) heavy cream, 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon, and 1/4 teaspoon salt.
  11. Bring the topping mixture to a boil, stirring constantly until it is smooth and thickened.
  12. Pour the sticky topping into an ungreased 13x9x2 inch baking dish.
  13. Gently punch down the risen dough.
  14. Drop walnut-sized pieces of dough evenly over the sticky topping.
  15. Cover the baking dish and let the buns rise for an additional 30 minutes.
  16. Bake at 375°F (190°C) for 30-35 minutes, or until the buns are golden brown and cooked through.
  17. Let the sticky buns stand in the pan for 1 minute before inverting them onto a large serving platter.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

13 g

Sugar

96g

Fat

53g

Carbs

17g

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Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to make Apple Sticky Buns?

Apple Sticky Buns takes about 1680 minutes from start to finish — roughly 60 minutes to prepare and 1620 minutes to cook.

How many calories are in Apple Sticky Buns?

Apple Sticky Buns has approximately 424.4 calories per serving, with about 12 g protein, 17 g carbohydrates and 33 g fat.

What ingredients do I need for Apple Sticky Buns?

The key ingredients for Apple Sticky Buns are All Purpose Flour, Active Dry Yeast, Sugar, Salt, Milk, Water. See the full list with measurements above.

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