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Perfect Sticky Buns

Recipe by America's Test Kitchen

These soft, fluffy sticky buns feature a super‑soft dough made with a cooked flour‑water paste, a no‑cook caramel "goo" of butter, brown sugar, corn syrup and a hint of salt, toasted pecans, and a simple brown‑sugar‑cinnamon filling. The buns are baked uncovered then finished covered to ensure a tender interior and a glossy caramel top. Makes 12 generous buns.

MediumAmericanServes 12

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Source Video
2h 56m
Prep
38m
Cook
26m
Cleanup
4h
Total

Cost Breakdown

Total cost:$4.35
Per serving:$0.36

Critical Success Points

  • Make Flour‑Water Paste
  • Autolyse Rest
  • First Proof
  • Cut Buns with Dental Floss
  • Second Proof
  • Bake Uncovered
  • Bake Covered
  • Check Doneness and Rest

Safety Warnings

  • The microwave‑safe bowl will be hot – use oven mitts when removing
  • Melted butter and caramel mixture can be very hot – handle with care
  • Use a sharp knife or floss carefully to avoid cutting yourself
  • Hot oven – always use mitts and keep face away from the door when opening

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