Jul 14 2026
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Grilled Sticky Bun Recipe

Inspired by Goobers Diner
Time3h
Serves12

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Ingredients

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Dough

Filling

Glaze

Method

Dough Preparation

  1. 1

    Activate Yeast

    In a small bowl, warm the milk until it's lukewarm. Sprinkle the yeast over the milk and add a teaspoon of sugar. Let it sit for about 5-10 minutes until it becomes frothy.

  2. 2

    Mix Dry Ingredients

    In a large mixing bowl, combine the flour, remaining sugar, and salt. Mix well.

  3. 3

    Combine Ingredients

    In the bowl with the dry ingredients, make a well in the center and add the activated yeast mixture, melted butter, and eggs. Mix until a dough forms.

  4. 4

    Knead Dough

    Turn the dough onto a floured surface and knead for about 8-10 minutes until smooth and elastic.

  5. 5

    First Rise

    Place the dough in a greased bowl, cover with a damp cloth, and let it rise in a warm place for about 1 hour or until doubled in size.

Filling Preparation

  1. 6

    Prepare Filling

    In a medium bowl, mix together the brown sugar, cinnamon, and chopped pecans. Set aside.

  2. 7

    Roll Out Dough

    Once the dough has risen, punch it down and turn it out onto a floured surface. Roll it into a rectangle about 1/4 inch thick.

  3. 8

    Add Filling

    Spread the softened butter over the surface of the dough, then sprinkle the sugar mixture evenly on top.

  4. 9

    Shape Rolls

    Starting from one long side, roll the dough tightly into a log. Slice the log into 12 equal pieces.

Final Preparation

  1. 10

    Second Rise

    Place the sliced rolls in a greased baking dish, cover, and let them rise for another 30-45 minutes.

  2. 11

    Preheat Grill

    Preheat your grill to medium heat.

  3. 12

    Grill Sticky Buns

    Place the rolls on the grill, close the lid, and cook for about 15-20 minutes, turning occasionally until golden and cooked through.

Glaze Preparation

  1. 13

    Mix Glaze

    In a medium bowl, whisk together the powdered sugar, milk, and vanilla extract until smooth.

  2. 14

    Glaze Rolls

    Once the sticky buns are done grilling, drizzle the glaze over them while they are still warm.

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