Marcia's Famous Sticky Buns

Ingredients

• 1 package active dry yeast
• 1/4 cup warm water
• 1/2 cup sugar
• 3/4 cup warm milk
• 3 tablespoons butter
• 2 eggs
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 3 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
• 1/2 cup chopped nuts
• 1/2 cup light brown sugar
• 3 tablespoons butter, melted
• 1/3 cup honey

Directions

1. In a small bowl, dissolve yeast in warm water and set aside to proof.
2. In a large bowl, combine sugar, milk, butter, eggs, salt, and 2 cups of the flour. Beat on medium speed with an electric mixer until smooth.
3. Add proofed yeast and remaining flour and beat until smooth.
4. Turn dough onto a lightly floured surface and knead until smooth and elastic, about 5 minutes. Place dough in a greased bowl, cover, and let rise in a warm place for 1 hour or until doubled in size.
5. Punch dough down and turn onto a lightly floured surface. Roll dough into a 12x18-inch rectangle.
6. Sprinkle with nuts and brown sugar. Drizzle with melted butter and honey. Roll up jelly-roll style and pinch edges to seal.
7. Cut into 12 slices and place in a greased 9x13-inch baking pan.
8. Cover and let rise in a warm place for 30 minutes or until doubled in size.
9. Preheat oven to 375°F. Bake for 25 minutes or until golden brown.
10. Let cool for 10 minutes before serving.

Interesting Facts

• Sticky buns are an American favorite, believed to have originated in the Pennsylvania Dutch region.
• The sticky topping is usually made with brown sugar, butter, honey, and chopped nuts.
• These buns can be frozen and reheated, making them a great make-ahead treat.