Imagine waking up to the most heavenly aroma of warm, gooey cinnamon rolls dripping with rich caramel and crunchy pecans. These Easy Overnight Caramel Pecan Cinnamon Rolls are not just a breakfast - they're a morning miracle that will transform your entire day! With minimal prep and maximum flavor, this recipe is perfect for busy home bakers who want to impress their family and friends without spending hours in the kitchen.
Prep Time: 30 mins
Cook Time: 25 mins
Total Time: 55 mins
Cuisine: American
Serves: 12 servings
Ingredients
- 1 package of cinnamon roll dough
- 1 cup pecans, chopped
- 1 cup brown sugar
- 1/2 cup butter, melted
- 1 cup caramel sauce
Instructions
- Start by gathering all your ingredients: 1 package of cinnamon roll dough, 1 cup of chopped pecans, 1 cup of brown sugar, 1/2 cup of melted butter, and 1 cup of caramel sauce.
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) to prepare for baking the cinnamon rolls.
- In a mixing bowl, combine the melted butter and brown sugar until well blended. This will create a sticky caramel-like mixture.
- Pour the butter and brown sugar mixture into a greased 9x13 inch baking dish, spreading it evenly across the bottom.
- Evenly sprinkle the chopped pecans over the brown sugar mixture in the baking dish.
- Open the package of cinnamon roll dough and carefully unroll it. Starting from one end, roll it back up tightly to form a log.
- Slice the rolled cinnamon dough into 12 equal pieces, approximately 1 inch thick, and place them cut-side up in the baking dish over the pecans and caramel mixture.
- Once all the rolls are in the dish, drizzle the caramel sauce evenly over the top of the rolls.
- Cover the baking dish with plastic wrap or a clean kitchen towel and let it sit at room temperature overnight. This allows the rolls to rise and soak up the caramel.
- The next morning, remove the cover and preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) if you haven't done so already.
- Once preheated, bake the cinnamon rolls in the oven for about 25 minutes, or until they are golden brown and cooked through.
- After baking, remove the rolls from the oven and let them cool for about 10 minutes before serving. This will allow the caramel to set slightly.
- Serve the caramel pecan cinnamon rolls warm, drizzled with any remaining caramel sauce if desired. Enjoy your delicious breakfast treat!
Tips
- For extra flavor, toast your pecans lightly before adding them to the dish to enhance their nutty taste.
- Use high-quality caramel sauce for the most decadent results.
- If you prefer homemade dough, you can substitute the packaged cinnamon roll dough with your own recipe.
- Make sure to cover the rolls completely during the overnight rise to prevent them from drying out.
- Let the rolls rest for 10 minutes after baking to allow the caramel to set and prevent burning your mouth.
- For a fancy presentation, drizzle additional caramel sauce or add a cream cheese glaze before serving.
Nutrition Facts
Calories: 403kcal
Carbohydrates: g
Protein: 3g
Fat: g
Saturated Fat: g
Cholesterol: mg
