Description
These Browned Butter Frosted Pecan Cinnamon Rolls elevate classic cinnamon rolls with a rich, nutty browned butter frosting and crunchy toasted pecans. Ready in just 25 minutes, this recipe offers a deliciously indulgent twist that’s perfect for breakfast or dessert.
Ingredients
Scale
Cinnamon Rolls
- 1 canister deluxe refrigerated cinnamon rolls (5 rolls)
Frosting
- 3 tablespoons butter
- 1 ½ cups confectioners’ sugar
- ¾ teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2-3 tablespoons milk
Toppings
- â…“ cup toasted pecans
Instructions
- Prepare the cinnamon rolls: Bake the cinnamon rolls according to the package directions, but do not use the icing that comes with them.
- Brown the butter: In a medium saucepan over low heat, melt the butter, stirring continuously until it turns golden brown and releases a nutty aroma. Remove from heat immediately to prevent burning.
- Make the frosting: Whisk the confectioners’ sugar into the browned butter. Add vanilla extract and 2 tablespoons of milk, whisking until smooth. If the frosting is too thick, add an additional tablespoon of milk to reach your desired consistency.
- Toast the pecans: In a small skillet over low heat, toast the pecans, stirring frequently until fragrant. Remove from heat and set aside.
- Assemble and serve: Drizzle the warm cinnamon rolls with the browned butter frosting, then sprinkle with the toasted pecans for extra crunch. Serve warm and enjoy!
Notes
- Be attentive while browning the butter to avoid burning it; butter can go from browned to burnt quickly.
- Adjust the milk in the frosting to achieve your preferred consistency—less for thicker frosting, more for drizzling consistency.
- Toast pecans carefully; stirring prevents them from scorching and enhances flavor.
- The frosting can be made in advance and gently reheated before use.
- This recipe uses refrigerated cinnamon rolls for convenience and speed.
