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Dulce de Leche and Pecan Cinnamon Rolls
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Dulce de Leche and Pecan Cinnamon Rolls

When setting out to create a twist on an American classic dessert, I turned to dulce de leche, which adds a decadent richness. Dulce de leche is a Latin caramel from heaven and very popular in Mexican desserts. Filled with an abundance of pecans and a hint of coffee in the glaze, this dessert combines my love of Mexican food and my hometown.

Prep Time
25 mins
Cook Time
30 mins
Resting / RIsing
1 hr 30 mins
Total Time
2 hrs 25 mins
Servings: 12 cinnamon rolls
Calories: 454 kcal
Course: Dessert, Breakfast, Brunch
Cuisine: American

Ingredients

Dough:
  • 2 cups milk recommend 2% reduced fat milk
  • 8 tablespoons unsalted butter 1 stick, Land O Lakes® brand
  • 1/3 cup sugar
  • 1 dry yeast package
  • 4 1/2 cups all-purpose flour divided
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
Filling:
  • 3/4 cup dulce de leche
  • 1/2 cup pecans chopped
  • ground cinnamon
  • 4 tablespoons unsalted butter cold, cut into 1/4 inch pieces
Coffee Glaze:
  • 2 1/4 cups powdered sugar
  • 2 tablespoons milk cup
  • 2 tablespoons brewed coffee
  • 2 tablespoons unsalted butter melted, Land O Lakes® brand
  • 2 teaspoons vanilla extract

Instructions

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  1. In a large Dutch oven heat the milk just until boiling point and remove from heat.
  2. Add butter until it melts completely and then add sugar to cool milk.
  3. Once mixture reaches room temperature sprinkle the yeast on top and let it sit for 10 minutes. (Hot liquid will kill yeast.)
  4. In a bowl combine 4 cups of flour, sugar, baking powder, cinnamon, salt and add to wet mixture with a wooden spoon. Cover and set aside in a relatively warm place for 1 hour. After 1 hour, uncover and stir in the remaining 1/2 cup flour.
  5. Spray the bottom and sides of a 9 x 13-inch baking dish with cooking spray.
  6. Sprinkle flour lightly on a countertop or large cutting board.
  7. Remove the dough from the bowl and with a rolling pin, flatten dough into a rectangle, about 14 x 20-inches. Feel free to trim excess. Spread the dulce de leche over dough leaving a 2-inch border on the top and bottom long edges. Next, sprinkle the dough with crushed pecans, as much cinnamon as you'd like, and butter pieces. Beginning at long side, roll dough up tightly. Pinch edge of dough into the roll to seal edge. Stretch and shape roll until even. Using a sharp knife, cut roll into 12 equal rolls, about 2-inch slices. Place slices in the pan. Let rise in a warm place about 30 minutes.
  8. Move the oven rack to the middle position of the oven. Heat the oven to 350 degrees F. Bake 25 to 30 minutes or until golden brown.
  9. Meanwhile in a small bowl, stir glaze ingredients until smooth. Drizzle desired amount of glaze over the hot rolls. Sprinkle with pecans and serve warm.

Notes

  • These dulce de leche and pecan cinnamon rolls are best enjoyed hot from the oven when they’re gooey and warm. They are quite rich and taste delicious with a hot cup of coffee.

Nutrition Information

Serving 1roll Calories 454kcal (23%) Carbohydrates 67g (22%) Protein 7g (14%) Fat 18g (28%) Saturated Fat 10g (50%) Cholesterol 39mg (13%) Sodium 186mg (8%) Potassium 158mg (3%) Fiber 2g (8%) Sugar 30g (60%) Vitamin A 474IU (9%) Calcium 76mg (8%) Iron 2mg (11%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 12 cinnamon rolls

Amount Per Serving

Calories 454

% Daily Value*

Serving 1roll
Calories 454kcal 23%
Carbohydrates 67g 22%
Protein 7g 14%
Fat 18g 28%
Saturated Fat 10g 50%
Cholesterol 39mg 13%
Sodium 186mg 8%
Potassium 158mg 3%
Fiber 2g 8%
Sugar 30g 60%
Vitamin A 474IU 9%
Calcium 76mg 8%
Iron 2mg 11%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.