Butterscotch Pecan Rolls
Butterscotch Pecan Rolls are sweet, moist cinnamon rolls filled with brown sugar, raisins, pecans, and rich butterscotch flavor, perfect for breakfast or a special treat.
Ingredients
- 1/3 cup milk ⓘ
- 2 tablespoons sugar ⓘ
- 1/2 teaspoon salt ⓘ
- 2 tablespoons shortening ⓘ
- 1/4 cup warm water ⓘ
- 1 package RapidRise dry yeast ⓘ
- 1 egg ⓘ
- 1/4 teaspoon grated lemon rind ⓘ
- 2 cups flour ⓘ
- 3 tablespoons melted margarine ⓘ
- 2/3 cup brown sugar ⓘ
- 1 teaspoon cinnamon ⓘ
- 1/2 cup raisins ⓘ
- 1/4 cup dark Karo syrup
- 1/2 cup pecans ⓘ
Instructions
- Combine scalded milk, 1 tablespoon sugar, salt, and shortening; let cool.
- In a medium bowl, combine warm water, remaining 1 tablespoon sugar, and yeast.
- Add cooled milk mixture, egg, lemon rind, and about 1 cup flour; beat until smooth.
- Knead in remaining flour until dough springs back when indented, not very long.
- Let rise in a warm place until doubled in bulk.
- Roll out the dough; spread with 1 1/2 tablespoons melted margarine.
- Sprinkle with 2/3 cup brown sugar, cinnamon, raisins, pecans, and drizzle with 1/4 cup dark Karo syrup.
- Roll up the dough tightly and cut into slices.
- Place slices in a greased baking dish and let rise until puffed.
- Bake in a preheated oven at 350°F (175°C) for about 20 minutes or until golden.
- Drizzle with remaining dark Karo syrup and melted margarine before serving.
Tips & Substitutions
For a richer flavor, consider using whole milk instead of just scalded milk. If you don't have pecans, walnuts can be a great substitute, or you can omit nuts altogether for a nut-free version. Make sure your water is warm, not hot, to properly activate the yeast. Knead the dough just until smooth to avoid tough rolls.
Serving Suggestions
These rolls are perfect for breakfast or brunch and pair beautifully with a hot cup of coffee or tea. Serve them warm, drizzled with extra dark Karo syrup, or alongside a fruit salad for a refreshing contrast. They also make a delightful addition to holiday gatherings or as a sweet treat after dinner.
Storage & Reheating
Store leftover butterscotch pecan rolls in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2 days. For longer storage, refrigerate them for up to a week. To reheat, wrap in foil and warm in a preheated oven at 350°F (175°C) for about 10 minutes until heated through.
Nutrition & Diet Analysis (per serving)
Each serving of Butterscotch Pecan Rolls contains roughly 389 calories, with 4g protein, 71g carbohydrates, and 12g fat. It is a good source of iron (14% of the Daily Value) and dietary fiber (10% of the Daily Value). Note that it is relatively high in sodium, at 706mg per serving (31% of the Daily Value).
Estimated from ingredients & per-serving nutrition — verify against package labels for allergies or strict diets.
* % Daily Values based on a 2,000 calorie diet (FDA 2020).
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I make the dough ahead of time?
Yes, you can prepare the dough ahead of time. After kneading, cover it and refrigerate for up to 24 hours. Let it come to room temperature before rolling out and proceeding with the recipe.
What can I use instead of RapidRise yeast?
If you don't have RapidRise yeast, you can use active dry yeast. Just mix it with warm water and let it sit for 5-10 minutes until frothy before adding it to the milk mixture.
Can I freeze these rolls?
Absolutely! You can freeze the baked rolls. Allow them to cool completely, then wrap them tightly in plastic wrap and foil. They can be frozen for up to 3 months. Thaw and reheat them in the oven before serving.
Nutrition is estimated from USDA FoodData Central ingredient data and may vary with brand, portion and preparation — see our methodology. This information is for general educational purposes only and is not medical or dietary advice (disclaimer).