Jul 13 2026
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Fresh Baked Pecan Roll Recipe

Inspired by The Griddle
Time3h
Serves12

Make Fresh Baked Pecan Roll Recipe in just 3h . Get the full recipe with step-by-step instructions at pekinthechef.com.

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Ingredients

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Dough

Method

Dough Preparation

  1. 1

    Activate Yeast

    In a small bowl, combine warm milk (110°F/43°C) and sugar. Stir in the active dry yeast. Let it sit for about 5-10 minutes until frothy.

  2. 2

    Prepare Dough

    In a large mixing bowl, combine flour and salt. Make a well in the center and add the yeast mixture, melted butter, and beaten eggs. Mix until a dough forms.

  3. 3

    Knead Dough

    Transfer the dough to a floured surface and knead for about 8-10 minutes until smooth and elastic. Place it in a greased bowl, cover with a kitchen towel, and let it rise in a warm place for 1 hour or until doubled in size.

Filling Preparation

  1. 4

    Prepare Filling

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

  2. 5

    Melt Butter

    In a small saucepan, melt the unsalted butter over low heat. Remove from heat and let cool slightly.

Assemble Rolls

  1. 6

    Roll Out Dough

    Once the dough has risen, punch it down and roll it out on a floured surface into a rectangle (about 16x12 inches).

  2. 7

    Add Filling

    Brush melted butter over the dough and sprinkle the filling mixture evenly on top.

  3. 8

    Roll Up

    Starting from one long side, roll the dough tightly into a log. Pinch the seams to seal.

  4. 9

    Slice Rolls

    Cut the log into 12 equal slices and place them in a greased baking dish, cut side up.

Baking

  1. 10

    Second Rise

    Cover the baking dish with a kitchen towel and let the rolls rise for another 30 minutes.

  2. 11

    Preheat Oven

    Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).

  3. 12

    Bake Rolls

    Bake the rolls for 25-30 minutes or until golden brown.

Glazing

  1. 13

    Prepare Glaze

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

  2. 14

    Glaze Rolls

    Once the rolls are out of the oven, drizzle the glaze over the warm rolls and let it set before serving.

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