California Walnut Sticky Buns

California Walnut Sticky Buns

DESCRIPTION

Rich with walnuts, this is a fresh take on the ultimate comfort food. These gooey, mouth-watering sticky buns are ideal for the holiday season. The pizza dough makes this recipe a breeze and the orange zest and walnuts add a delicious tangy crunch.

Total Time
1 Hr
Serves
15
Meal
Brunch
Course
Desserts

Total Time

Prep Time
20 Mins
Cook Time
40 Mins
Total Time
1 Hr

Nutrition

Calories
386 cal
Total Fat
23 g
Polyunsaturated Fat
8 g
Cholesterol
33 mg
Sodium
153 mg
Carbohydrates
42 g
Dietary Fiber
2 g
Protein
6 g

Ingredients

  • 1 cup butter
  • 1 1/2 cups granulated sugar
  • 2 cups California walnuts, toasted, chopped
  • 1 tablespoon cinnamon
  • 2 teaspoon orange zest
  • 1 1/2 pounds pizza dough

Preparation

  1. In small saucepan, melt 3/4 cup butter with 3/4 cup sugar over medium heat. Pour into greased 13 x 9-inch baking dish. Sprinkle with 1/2 cup of the walnuts; set aside. Stir together remaining butter, sugar, walnuts, cinnamon and orange zest.
  2. Roll dough out on a lightly floured surface to make 18 x 12-inch rectangle. Sprinkle with walnut mixture.
  3. Starting at long side, tightly roll up, pinching seam to seal. With serrated knife, cut into 15 pieces; place cut side down in prepared dish. Cover and let rise 15 minutes.
  4. Bake in the center of a 375° F oven for 25 minutes or until golden and tops sound hollow when tapped. Let stand 5 minutes before serving and invert onto platter to serve.

 

Variation

Festive Sticky Buns – Add 1/2 cup dried cranberries to the walnut mixture. Arrange buns into the shape of a tree for a fun, festive holiday brunch.