Pecan Cinnamon Rolls

Dough:

Cinnamon rolls:

Sauce:

To finish:

Dough:
1. Place warm milk in a bowl and sprinkle yeast on top.

2. Add in the sugar, egg, egg yolk and butter and mix until well combined. Stir in flour and salt with a wooden spoon and mix into a dough.

3. Knead for 10 minutes on a well-floured surface until soft and smooth. Dust with extra flour if necessary.

4. Transfer dough to a greased bowl and cover with plastic wrap or a warm towel.

5. Allow dough to rise for 1 hour or until doubled in size.

Cinnamon rolls:

1. Preheat oven at 180°C.

2. Place the dough on a floured surface and roll flat into a rectangle.

3. Spread with cream cheese and sprinkle with brown sugar and cinnamon.

4. Roll tightly into a log and slice into 6 – 8 equal pieces.

5. Place in a greased baking dish and proof for 30 minutes. Bake for 20 – 30 minutes until golden.

Sauce:
1. In a small saucepan, add honey, brown sugar, butter and milk.

2. Place over a medium heat and allow to boil for 2 minutes.

3. Remove from heat.

To finish:
1. Pour the sauce over the baked cinnamon rolls while they are still hot.

2. Sprinkle over the pecan nuts and enjoy!