Homemade Sticky Buns

Follow our step-by-step guide on how to make Homemade Sticky Buns.

1. Step 1

   Begin by warming your water and milk in a mixing bowl, then gently sprinkle the yeast over the top.

2. Step 2

   Allow this mixture to rest for about 10 minutes until it becomes frothy and alive.

3. Step 3

   Next, introduce the sugar, a beaten egg, and melted butter to the yeast blend, whisking everything together until it’s harmoniously combined.

4. Step 4

   Gradually incorporate 75% of the flour along with a pinch of salt, stirring until a soft, sticky dough emerges.

5. Step 5

   If needed, add more flour and knead the dough in a mixer for around 5 minutes until it’s smooth and elastic.

6. Step 6

   Cover the dough and let it rise in a warm spot until it doubles in size, which should take about an hour.

7. Step 7

   While the dough is rising, preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and generously butter a 9x13-inch metal baking pan.

8. Step 8

   For the topping, mix brown sugar, white sugar, salt, melted butter, and water in a bowl until smooth.

9. Step 9

   Pour this luscious mixture into the prepared pan, spreading it evenly, and then scatter pecans on top.

10. Step 10

    In a separate bowl, combine brown sugar and cinnamon for the filling, mixing well before setting aside.

11. Step 11

    Once the dough has risen, transfer it to a lightly floured surface and shape it into an 18x15-inch rectangle.

12. Step 12

    Evenly sprinkle the cinnamon-sugar mixture over the dough, leaving a 2-inch border around the edges, and press it lightly into the surface.

13. Step 13

    Roll the dough into a cylinder, starting from the edge closest to you, ensuring it remains uniform.

14. Step 14

    Lightly score the roll to mark 12 equal portions.

15. Step 15

    Using string or dental floss, slice the dough into 12 pieces by sliding it underneath and pulling the ends to cut through.

16. Step 16

    Arrange the cut buns in the pan with the topping, placing them in 3 rows of 4.

17. Step 17

    If any buns have uneven dough distribution, position the doughier side facing up.

18. Step 18

    Loosely cover the pan with foil and let the buns rise until nearly doubled, about 45 minutes to an hour.

19. Step 19

    Bake the buns in the preheated oven until an instant-read thermometer inserted into the center reads 200°F (93°C), which should take approximately 35 minutes.

20. Step 20

    If they brown too quickly, tent the pan with foil for the last 5 to 10 minutes of baking.

21. Step 21

    Once baked, remove the buns from the oven and let them cool for 5 minutes.

22. Step 22

    Carefully invert the pan onto a serving platter, allowing the sticky topping to cascade over the buns.

23. Step 23

    Enjoy them warm or at room temperature, and savor the delightful aroma that fills your kitchen.