Overnight Pecan Rolls

Pecans are native to North America and were a staple food for Native Americans. They are also the only major tree nut that grows naturally in North America.

This is vegetarian recipe. Dish can be prepared in 525 minutes. Recipe requires some culinary experience (medium difficulty). Number of ingredients: 16.

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Overnight Pecan Rolls

Cooking Method: Baking Cuisine: American Courses: Bakery, Breakfast Recipe Keys: Vegetarian

Difficulty: Intermediate Prep Time 20 min Cook Time 25 min Rest Time 480 min Total Time 8 hrs 45 mins

Servings: 12 Calories: 3840

Best Season: Suitable throughout the year

Ingredients

Servings

• 1 teaspoon Active Dry Yeast
• 1 cup Warm Water
• 1 cup Granulated Sugar
• 1 cup Milk
• 1 cup Butter
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 1 Egg
• 4 cup All-Purpose Flour
• 1 cup Pecans
• 1 cup Brown Sugar
• 2 teaspoon Cinnamon
• 1 cup Butter (for filling)
• 1 cup Butter (for topping)
• 1 cup Powdered Sugar
• 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract
• 2 tablespoon Milk (for icing)

Instructions

1. In a small bowl, dissolve yeast in warm water and let it sit for 5 minutes.
2. In a large bowl, mix together sugar, milk, melted butter, salt, and egg.
3. Add yeast mixture and 2 cups of flour to the bowl. Mix until well combined.
4. Gradually add the remaining flour, 1/2 cup at a time, until the dough is soft and not sticky.
5. Knead the dough on a lightly floured surface for about 5 minutes.
6. Place the dough in a greased bowl and cover with a clean towel. Let it rise in a warm place for about 1 hour or until doubled in size.
7. In a small bowl, mix together brown sugar and cinnamon.
8. Roll out the dough into a rectangle shape.
9. Spread melted butter over the dough and sprinkle the brown sugar mixture and pecans evenly.
10. Roll up the dough tightly, starting from the long side.
11. Cut the rolled dough into 12 equal pieces.
12. Place the rolls in a greased baking dish and cover with a clean towel. Let it refrigerate overnight.
13. The next morning, preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
14. Bake the rolls for 20-25 minutes or until golden brown.
15. In a small bowl, mix together powdered sugar, vanilla extract, and milk to make the icing.
16. Drizzle the icing over the warm rolls.
17. Serve and enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Servings 12

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Amount Per Serving

Calories 320kcal

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 15g24%

Total Carbohydrate 42g15%

Sugars 20g

Protein 4g8%

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* The Percentage Daily Values are calculated from a 2,000 calorie diet. Your specific daily value may vary, depending on your individual calorie requirements.