Easy Sticky Buns Recipe
These lazy morning sticky buns are the ultimate holiday hack—premade cinnamon rolls topped with a homemade sticky bun glaze that feels fancy but takes almost no effort. Perfect for busy mornings or lazy weekends, they’re a sweet way to spend more time with your family and less time in the kitchen!
Servings: 5
Ingredients
- ½ cup butter
- ½ cup light brown sugar
- ½ cup chopped pecans
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon cinnamon
- ½ teaspoon ground ginger
- 2 tablespoons maple syrup
- 1 pack pre-packaged cinnamon rolls (Trader Joes or Annies are good picks)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400 degrees F and line an 8 inch circular cake pan with parchment paper. Set aside.
- Add butter to a small saucepan and heat over low heat until the butter melts.
- Stir in the brown sugar and stir until completely dissolved. Remove from the heat.
- Add salt, cinnamon, ginger, and maple syrup into butter and sugar. Mix until fully combined.
- Pour mixture into the lined pan, evenly lay chopped pecans across mixture.
- Place pre-packaged cinnamon rolls face down on top of pecans.
- Bake for approximately 14 minutes (or time suggested on package of cinnamon rolls), or until a toothpick can be cleanly inserted.
- Allow to sit for 10 minutes, then flip onto a baking tray.
Notes
Nutrition Information does not include the packaged cinnamon rolls. If you need exact amounts you will need to calculate on your own.
Storage Information:
- Leftovers: If you somehow have any sticky buns left, store them in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2 days. For longer storage, keep them in the refrigerator for up to 5 days—just let them come to room temp before enjoying or reheat gently.
- Freezing: To freeze, wrap the sticky buns individually in plastic wrap and place them in a freezer-safe bag for up to 2 months. Reheat in the microwave or oven until warmed through for that fresh-from-the-oven taste.
Nutrition
Calories: 345kcal | Carbohydrates: 29g | Protein: 1g | Fat: 26g | Saturated Fat: 12g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 3g | Monounsaturated Fat: 9g | Trans Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 49mg | Sodium: 618mg | Potassium: 102mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 27g | Vitamin A: 575IU | Vitamin C: 0.1mg | Calcium: 45mg | Iron: 1mg