Pecan Cream Cheese Rolls
Pecan Cream Cheese Rolls
Pecan Cream Cheese Rolls
Pecan Cream Cheese Rolls are a delightfully soft and fluffy treat that’s filled with a luscious cream cheese filling and topped with crunchy pecans.
Equipment
- Large mixing bowl
- Medium mixing bowl
- Rolling Pin
- Baking sheet
- Parchment paper
- Hand mixer or stand mixer
- Measuring cups and spoons
- Pastry brush
Ingredients
- 2 1/4 teaspoons active dry yeast
- 1/4 cup warm water 110°F
- 1/2 cup milk
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter melted
- 1 large egg
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 3 cups all-purpose flour
- For the Filling:
- 8 oz cream cheese softened
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 cup chopped pecans
- For the Topping:
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter melted
- 1/4 cup packed brown sugar
- 1/2 cup chopped pecans
Instructions
- In a large mixing bowl, dissolve the yeast in warm water. Let it sit for 5 minutes until frothy.
- Add the milk, sugar, melted butter, egg, and salt to the yeast mixture. Mix well.
- Gradually add the flour, mixing until a soft dough forms.
- Turn the dough onto a floured surface and knead for about 5-7 minutes, until smooth and elastic.
- Place the dough in a greased bowl, cover, and let it rise in a warm place for about 1 hour, or until doubled in size.
- Prepare the Filling:
- In a medium mixing bowl, beat the cream cheese, sugar, and vanilla extract until smooth.
- Stir in the chopped pecans.
- Assemble the Rolls:
- Punch down the risen dough and turn it out onto a floured surface.
- Roll the dough into a 12x18 inch rectangle.
- Spread the cream cheese filling evenly over the dough.
- Roll the dough up tightly, starting from the long side, and pinch the seams to seal.
- Cut the roll into 12 equal pieces and place them cut-side up on a parchment-lined baking sheet.
- Prepare the Topping:
- In a small bowl, mix the melted butter and brown sugar until combined.
- Spoon the mixture over the top of each roll.
- Sprinkle with chopped pecans.
- Bake:
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Bake the rolls for 25-30 minutes, or until golden brown.
- Let them cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
- Prep Time:
- 30 minutes
- Cook Time:
- 25-30 minutes
- Total Time:
- 1 hour 30 minutes (including rising time)
- Nutrition (per roll, based on 12 servings):
- Calories: 320
- Total Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Cholesterol: 60mg
- Sodium: 220mg
- Total Carbohydrate: 35g
- Dietary Fiber: 1g
- Sugars: 18g
- Protein: 5g
- Enjoy these Pecan Cream Cheese Rolls as a delightful treat that brings comfort and warmth to any occasion!
Pecan Cream Cheese Rolls are a delightfully soft and fluffy treat that’s filled with a luscious cream cheese filling and topped with crunchy pecans.
not heavy or overly sweet either. I think they’re a perfect treat for any time of year, and if you’re not a pecan fan, feel free to omit them. It will still be undeniably delicious! If you’re looking for a light & airy pastry that’s not overly sweet, you’ve come to the right place. When you make a soft roll and pair it with a creamy filling and a nutty topping, you get the perfect treat. The addition of pecans just sends it over the top. I’ve really been in the mood for a cozy dessert and these dreamy rolls remind me of comfort and warmth. Not a fan of pecans? Don’t worry, it’s still delicious without them.
Kitchen Equipment Needed
- Large mixing bowl
- Medium mixing bowl
- Rolling pin
- Baking sheet
- Parchment paper
- Hand mixer or stand mixer
- Measuring cups and spoons
- Pastry brush
Ingredients
For the Dough:
- 2 1/4 teaspoons active dry yeast
- 1/4 cup warm water (110°F)
- 1/2 cup milk
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 1 large egg
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 3 cups all-purpose flour
For the Filling:
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 cup chopped pecans
For the Topping:
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 1/4 cup packed brown sugar
- 1/2 cup chopped pecans
Directions
- Prepare the Dough:
- In a large mixing bowl, dissolve the yeast in warm water. Let it sit for 5 minutes until frothy.
- Add the milk, sugar, melted butter, egg, and salt to the yeast mixture. Mix well.
- Gradually add the flour, mixing until a soft dough forms.
- Turn the dough onto a floured surface and knead for about 5-7 minutes, until smooth and elastic.
- Place the dough in a greased bowl, cover, and let it rise in a warm place for about 1 hour, or until doubled in size.
- Prepare the Filling:
- In a medium mixing bowl, beat the cream cheese, sugar, and vanilla extract until smooth.
- Stir in the chopped pecans.
- Assemble the Rolls:
- Punch down the risen dough and turn it out onto a floured surface.
- Roll the dough into a 12×18 inch rectangle.
- Spread the cream cheese filling evenly over the dough.
- Roll the dough up tightly, starting from the long side, and pinch the seams to seal.
- Cut the roll into 12 equal pieces and place them cut-side up on a parchment-lined baking sheet.
- Prepare the Topping:
- In a small bowl, mix the melted butter and brown sugar until combined.
- Spoon the mixture over the top of each roll.
- Sprinkle with chopped pecans.
- Bake:
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Bake the rolls for 25-30 minutes, or until golden brown.
- Let them cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
Prep Time:
30 minutes
Cook Time:
25-30 minutes
Total Time:
1 hour 30 minutes (including rising time)
Nutrition (per roll, based on 12 servings):
- Calories: 320
- Total Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Cholesterol: 60mg
- Sodium: 220mg
- Total Carbohydrate: 35g
- Dietary Fiber: 1g
- Sugars: 18g
- Protein: 5g
Enjoy these Pecan Cream Cheese Rolls as a delightful treat that brings comfort and warmth to any occasion!
