Syrup-filled rolls, often known as sticky buns or honey buns, are a delicious treat with a gooey syrup filling. Here's a recipe to make them at home:
### Homemade Syrup-Filled Rolls
#### Ingredients:
##### Dough:
- 3 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1 package (2 1/4 teaspoons) active dry yeast
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup milk
- 1/4 cup water
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter
- 1 large egg
##### Filling:
- 1/2 cup brown sugar
- 2 tablespoons ground cinnamon
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter, softened
##### Syrup:
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter
- 1 cup brown sugar
- 1/4 cup honey
- 1/4 cup heavy cream
#### Instructions:
1. **Prepare the Dough:**
- In a large mixing bowl, combine 1 cup of flour, sugar, yeast, and salt.
- In a small saucepan, heat the milk, water, and butter until warm (110-115°F or 43-46°C) and the butter is melted.
- Add the warm liquid mixture to the dry ingredients and beat until combined. Add the egg and beat well.
- Gradually add the remaining flour, 1/2 cup at a time, until a soft dough forms.
- Turn the dough out onto a floured surface and knead for about 5-7 minutes, until smooth and elastic.
- Place the dough in a greased bowl, cover with a clean cloth, and let rise in a warm place for about 1 hour, or until doubled in size.
2. **Prepare the Filling:**
- In a small bowl, mix together the brown sugar and cinnamon.
- Roll out the dough into a rectangle about 12x18 inches.
- Spread the softened butter over the dough and sprinkle the cinnamon-sugar mixture evenly on top.
3. **Roll and Cut the Dough:**
- Starting from the long edge, tightly roll up the dough into a log.
- Cut the log into 12 equal pieces.
4. **Prepare the Syrup:**
- In a small saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat.
- Stir in the brown sugar, honey, and heavy cream. Bring to a simmer and cook for 2-3 minutes, until the sugar is dissolved and the mixture is slightly thickened.
- Pour the syrup into a greased 9x13 inch baking dish.
5. **Assemble the Rolls:**
- Place the cut rolls in the baking dish on top of the syrup.
- Cover with a clean cloth and let rise for another 30-45 minutes, until doubled in size.
6. **Bake the Rolls:**
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Bake the rolls for 25-30 minutes, until golden brown and cooked through.
7. **Invert and Serve:**
- Let the rolls cool in the pan for about 5 minutes, then carefully invert the pan onto a serving platter so the syrup-covered rolls are on top.
