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A pecan sticky bun topped with pecans and syrup on a white plate, beside a cup of coffee and scattered pecans, with a striped cloth in the background.

Single Serving Pecan Sticky Bun

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  • Author: The Solo Spoon
  • Prep Time: 15
  • Rest Time: 15
  • Cook Time: 20
  • Total Time: 45
  • Yield: 1
  • Category: Breakfast
  • Method: Oven

Description

Craving something sweet but not the extra leftovers? Whip up our Solo Pecan Sticky Bun—a single-serving delight that’s perfectly sized for one.


Ingredients

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Dough:

  • 1/2 cup + 1 tbsp/68g all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 tsp/2g baking powder
  • 1/4 tsp/1g baking soda
  • 1 tsp/4g brown sugar
  • Pinch salt
  • 2 1/2 tbsp/38ml coconut milk (or other non-dairy milk)
  • 1 tbsp/15ml melted coconut oil

Filling:

  • 1 tbsp/15ml coconut oil
  • 3 tbsp/40g brown sugar
  • 1 1/2 tbsp/23ml coconut milk (full fat)
  • 1 tsp/3g cornstarch
  • 1/2 tsp/1g ground cinnamon
  • Pinch salt
  • 1/3 cup/40g finely chopped pecans

Instructions

Make dough:

  • In a medium bowl, combine flour, baking powder, baking soda, sugar, and salt. Stir to distribute.
  • Drizzle in the coconut oil and stir until crumbles form.
  • Stir in the milk until a dough forms.
  • In the bowl, knead the dough 5-7 times until smooth. Cover and set aside for 15 minutes for the gluten to relax.

Make the filling:

  • In a saucepan, combine brown sugar, corn starch, cinnamon, and salt. Stir to distribute.
  • Add in the coconut milk, stirring until smooth. Place over medium-low heat and add the coconut oil.
  • Bring to a boil, stirring regularly, until sticky.
  • Add the chopped pecans and stir. Cook for an additional 30 seconds.
  • Remove from heat and allow to cool.

Assemble:

  • Preheat oven to 350°F/175 C. Grease or line a small baking tin with parchment. 
  • On a lightly floured surface, roll dough into a rectangle about 4” x 10”/10cm x 25cm.
  • Spread the filling into an even layer over it, reaching almost to the edges.
  • Roll into a spiral starting on a long edge.
  • Once rolled, cut in half lengthwise and twist the two pieces together, keeping the cut open edges mostly up.
  • Twist dough back on itself so that the ends are tucked in, and it forms a round. Place in the lined baking tin (we are using a 5″ inch springform round tin.
  • Baking for 20 minutes until the edges of the dough are golden brown and it holds its shape when poked.
  • Allow to cool for at least 10 minutes before eating.

Notes

  • This recipe is best made and eaten on the same day.
  • This recipe is demonstrated in a 5”/12.5cm springform round tin, but can be made in something larger, though is best with something to support the sides and contain any leaking filling.