Salted Caramel Sticky Buns
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Salted Caramel Sticky Buns are rolled in cinnamon sugar, slathered in rich caramel sauce, then finished with a dusting of sea salt.
Why These Sticky Buns Are Special
There's no diet I'm aware of that includes ooey, gooey cinnamon buns on the menu. So, I'm giving you fair warning to proceed with caution.
I've been craving sticky cinnamon buns for a while now, but wanted to make my own version of their yummy goodness. Don't get me wrong, I still used a crescent roll sheet for the base, but the rest was an experiment of sorts.
I'll admit...I might have gotten carried away with the glaze (haha). But, boy, oh boy...if you like your sticky buns with their glaze running over, this recipe is for you!
How to Make Salted Caramel Sticky Buns
Start by rolling out a sheet of crescent dough. Brush it with butter, then sprinkle cinnamon on top. Next comes the brown sugar. Now, you're ready to roll it into one long piece. I started at the short end and rolled to the right.
Pinch the sides together and cut the roll into 8 pieces. Place the buns in a greased pie plate and bake at 375 degrees for 12 minutes until slightly brown on top.
What You'll Love About This Recipe
When these sticky buns pop out of the oven, the entire family will come running. The best part is when you drench them in salted caramel glaze. That's what makes them sticky!
Let the buns sit for about 10 minutes, then transfer to a plate or parchment paper. Drizzle with more glaze and dust with sea salt. Get ready to start smacking hands 'cause people will be grabbing!
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Salted Caramel Sticky Buns
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Ingredients
STICKY BUNS
- 1 roll Pillsbury crescent dough sheet
- 4 Tbsp. butter melted
- 1 Tbsp. cinnamon
- ⅓ cup brown sugar
SALTED CARAMEL GLAZE
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 1 tsp. vanilla
- 1 Tbsp. milk may need more if glaze is too thick
- 2 Tbsp. caramel sauce found in ice cream section
- 1 Tbsp. sea salt for dusting
Instructions
STICKY BUNS
- Preheat oven to 375 degrees.
- Roll dough sheet out onto parchment paper.
- Brush dough sheet with melted butter. Reserve rest of butter for later.
- Sprinkle entire dough sheet with cinnamon.
- Sprinkle entire dough sheet with brown sugar.
- Drizzle the rest of butter over entire dough sheet.
- Starting at the short side, roll dough into one long roll. Pinch edges to seal.
- Cut dough into 8 equal pieces with a sharp knife.
- Place pieces into a greased pie plate.
- Bake at 375 degrees for 12 minutes until firm to the touch, but still soft inside.
SALTED CARAMEL GLAZE
- Mix all ingredients together in a small bowl except sea salt.
- Drench buns with glaze when they come out of the oven. (Reserve some glaze for drizzle)
- Allow buns to sit for 10 minutes.
- Transfer buns to parchment paper and drizzle lightly with remaining glaze.
- Dust buns with sea salt and serve!
Notes
- The longer these sticky buns sit, the better they taste.
Nutrition
Nutrition info is an auto generated estimate.
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Wow, these look delicious! I'm featuring them in my Meal Plan Monday email today. thank you for linking up!
You are amazing Christy! I can't thank you enough for your support! 🙂
These looks amazing! I can't wait to taste one!
I thought of you when I was making these! 🙂
I love your recipes, DO YOU HAVE A COOKBOOK?
Thank you Joan! So happy you love my recipes! I published a cookbook in 2013 but it is no longer in print. I might create a new one someday! 🙂
Definitely trying these for Christmas this year!