Description
These Shortcut Caramel Pecan Cinnamon Rolls offer a quick and delicious twist on classic cinnamon rolls, featuring a rich caramel pecan topping. Using refrigerated cinnamon roll dough saves time, while the homemade caramel sauce adds a gooey, indulgent layer perfect for breakfast or brunch. Once baked and inverted, the rolls are drizzled with icing for a sweet finish that’s irresistible.
Ingredients
Scale
Dough and Topping
- 2 cans refrigerated cinnamon roll dough with icing
- 1 cup chopped pecans
Caramel Sauce
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 3/4 cup packed brown sugar
- 1/4 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
Instructions
- Preheat and Prepare Pan: Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and lightly grease a 9×13-inch baking dish to prevent sticking.
- Make Caramel Mixture: In a medium bowl, whisk together the melted butter, brown sugar, heavy cream, cinnamon, and salt until the mixture is smooth and well combined.
- Assemble the Base: Pour the caramel mixture evenly into the bottom of the prepared baking dish to form a rich base layer.
- Add Pecans: Sprinkle the chopped pecans evenly over the caramel layer, ensuring good coverage for texture and flavor.
- Arrange Rolls: Place the refrigerated cinnamon rolls on top of the pecans, spacing them out evenly so they have room to expand during baking.
- Bake: Bake the rolls according to the package directions, about 25 to 30 minutes, until they are golden brown and cooked through.
- Cool Slightly: Remove the pan from the oven and let it cool for 5 minutes to allow the caramel to set slightly for easier handling.
- Invert Rolls: Carefully invert the pan onto a large serving platter so the caramel and pecan topping is on top of the cinnamon rolls.
- Add Icing: Drizzle the reserved icing packet over the warm rolls for added sweetness and finishing touch before serving.
Notes
- Place a rimmed baking sheet under the baking pan to catch any caramel that may bubble over during baking, making cleanup easier.
- For a richer caramel topping, you can add an additional 2 tablespoons of heavy cream to the caramel mixture before pouring it into the pan.
- Serve the rolls warm to enjoy the best gooey and soft texture.
