Ingredients for Caramel Pecan Rolls
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How to Make Caramel Pecan Rolls
- **Make the Caramel Base:** In a saucepan, combine 1 cup granulated sugar, 1/2 cup light corn syrup, 1/2 cup butter, 1/2 cup water, 1/4 teaspoon salt, and 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract. Bring to a boil over medium heat, stirring frequently, until sugar dissolves. Remove from heat and let cool to 120-130°F.
- **Activate Yeast:** In a large mixing bowl, combine 2 cups warm water (105-115°F) and 2 1/4 teaspoons active dry yeast. Let stand for 5-10 minutes until foamy.
- **Combine Dough Ingredients:** Add 2 cups all-purpose flour to the yeast mixture. Stir in the cooled caramel mixture. Beat on low speed until smooth.
- **Add Eggs and Flour:** Add 2 large eggs and 1 cup all-purpose flour. Mix for 1 minute.
- **Knead the Dough:** Stir in 1/2 - 3/4 cup all-purpose flour, as needed, to form a soft dough. Turn onto a lightly floured surface and knead until smooth and elastic (6-8 minutes).
- **First Rise:** Place the dough in a greased bowl, turning once to grease the top. Cover and let rise in a warm place until doubled (about 1 hour).
- **Make the Caramel Topping:** In a saucepan, combine 1 cup granulated sugar, 1/2 cup light corn syrup, and 1/2 cup butter. Bring to a boil over medium heat, stirring occasionally, until sugar dissolves and mixture is smooth.
- **Prepare Baking Pans:** Pour the caramel topping into two greased 13x9x2 inch baking pans. Sprinkle evenly with 1 cup pecan halves.
- **Shape the Rolls:** Punch down the dough. Divide it in half. Roll each half into a 12x15 inch rectangle.
- **Spread and Roll:** Spread each rectangle with 1/4 cup melted unsalted butter. In a small bowl, combine 1/2 cup granulated sugar and 2 teaspoons ground cinnamon. Sprinkle the cinnamon-sugar mixture evenly over the butter.
- **Cut and Bake:** Tightly roll up each rectangle from a long side. Pinch the seams to seal and tuck the ends under. Cut each roll into 12 slices. Place the slices, cut-side down, in the prepared baking pans.
- **Second Rise:** Cover the pans and let the rolls rise in a warm place until nearly doubled (about 30 minutes).
- **Bake:** Bake at 375°F (190°C) for 20-25 minutes, or until golden brown.
- **Cool and Serve:** Let cool for 1 minute before inverting onto a serving platter. Serve warm and enjoy!
Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)
Sodium
144 g
Sugar
1257g
Fat
419g
Carbs
228g
