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Ina Garten’s Holiday Sticky Buns: A Festive Delight for Any Morning

The holiday season calls for flavors and traditions that warm the heart, and there’s no better treat to celebrate festive mornings than Ina Garten’s Holiday Sticky Buns. Renowned for her inviting approach to cooking, Ina’s recipe promises sweet and buttery perfection, turning any breakfast table into a delightful spread.

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Ina Garten’s Holiday Sticky Buns: A Festive Delight for Any Morning

Why You’ll Love These Sticky Buns

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Why You’ll Love These Sticky Buns

With their flaky pastry and a deliciously gooey filling featuring brown sugar, cinnamon, and a medley of cranberries and pecans, these sticky buns are an easy yet impressive way to impress family and friends. Ideal for lazy holiday mornings or festive gatherings, these buns require minimal effort, making them a go-to choice for any occasion.

Recipe at a Glance

Level: Easy
Total Time: 55 minutes
Prep Time: 20 minutes
Cook Time: 30 minutes
Yield: 12 sticky buns

Ingredients

For the Base:

12 tablespoons (1 1/2 sticks) unsalted butter, at room temperature
1/3 cup light brown sugar, lightly packed
1/2 cup pecans, chopped in large pieces
1 package (17.3 ounces / 2 sheets) frozen puff pastry, defrosted

For the Filling:

2 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted and cooled
2/3 cup light brown sugar, lightly packed
3 teaspoons ground cinnamon
1/2 cup dried cranberries
1/2 cup white raisins

Directions

Prepare the Oven and Pan: Preheat the oven to 400°F. Position a 12-cup muffin tin on a sheet pan lined with parchment paper to catch any drips while baking.
Create the Base: In a bowl, blend the room temperature butter with 1/3 cup brown sugar. Distribute a rounded tablespoon of this mixture into each muffin cup, followed by a sprinkle of chopped pecans.
Prepare the Filling: Lightly flour a work surface and roll out one sheet of puff pastry. Brush it with 1 tablespoon of melted butter, ensuring to leave a 1-inch border. Next, sprinkle the pastry with 1/3 cup brown sugar, 1 1/2 teaspoons of cinnamon, and half of the cranberries and raisins.
Roll and Slice: Gently roll the pastry tightly, like a jelly roll, and place it seam-side down. Trim the ends and cut into 6 equal pieces. Position each spiral piece frosting side up into 6 muffin cups. Repeat this process with the second sheet of puff pastry to create a total of 12 buns.
Bake: Place your muffin tin in the preheated oven and bake for about 30 minutes, or until the buns are golden brown and firm to the touch. Once baked, allow them to cool for 5 minutes before inverting the sticky buns onto parchment paper to let the delicious filling and pecans settle on top.
Serve and Enjoy: Allow the sticky buns to cool completely before serving. Enjoy them fresh out of the oven with a warm cup of coffee or tea.

These Holiday Sticky Buns by Ina Garten are not only easy to assemble but also deliver on taste, creating a festive atmosphere that’s sure to be cherished. Gather your loved ones around the breakfast table and indulge in the seasonal spirit with these sweet delights!