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Keto Pecan Sticky Buns cooling on a rack. Starfish in the Kitchen

Keto Pecan Sticky Buns

Lindsay
These Keto Pecan Sticky Buns make any morning feel like a special occasion. Low carb, sugar-free, and yeast risen, these buns make for a guilt-free, decadent breakfast or snack!
5 from 19 votes
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Prep Time 30 mins
Cook Time 25 mins
Rising Time 2 hrs
Total Time 2 hrs 55 mins
Course Breakfast
Cuisine American
Servings 9
Calories 169 kcal

Equipment

  • Stand Mixer
  • Baking Dish
  • nonstick pan
  • Wire Rack

Ingredients
  

  • 6 tablespoons water for Water Roux (see note below)
  • 1/4 cup heavy whipping cream
  • 1 tablespoon water
  • 1/2 teaspoon honey for feeding the yeast
  • 1/2 tablespoon instant yeast
  • 1/2 eggs scramble and use half
  • 2 tablespoons butter softened and cut into cubes
  • 1/4 cup allulose
  • 75 grams vital wheat gluten
  • 40 grams lupin flour
  • 20 grams oat fiber
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt

TOPPING

  • 1/2 cup pecans I prefer salted roasted for extra crunch and some salt
  • 4 tablespoons allulose
  • 1/4 cup water

FILLING

  • 3 tablespoons butter softened
  • 4 tablespoons allulose
  • 1 tablespoon cinnamon

Instructions
 

  • Weigh out all the flours and mix thoroughly.
  • Make Water Roux by mixing 25 g of flour and 6 tablespoons of water. Microwave in 30 second intervals until mixture thickens. Approximately 1.5-2 minutes. Allow to cool slightly.
  • Add warm water roux (make sure it is not hot!), heavy whipping cream, 1 tablespoon of water, honey, egg, allulose and yeast and mix well.
  • Slowly add flour mixture and salt to the mixer as it runs on low.
  • Once combined, use the dough hook to mix for 8-10 minutes. Touch the dough to check for stickiness. The dough should stretch when pulled and not rip.
  • Add one tablespoon of butter and begin to knead again on low. When it is absorbed, add the second tablespoon of butter. Continue to mix until dough is supple and stretches easily.
  • Cover and place in a warm spot. Allow to rise until doubled in size. Be patient!
  • While the dough is rising. we'll prepare the topping and the filling.
  • Butter the pan well.
    Keto Pecan Sticky Buns buttered dish
  • Chop 1/2 cup of pecans until medium sized pieces and add to the buttered dish.
  • In a nonstick pan, combine 4 tablespoons of allulose and 1/4 cup of water. Cook on medium high heat until the mixture turns a rich golden color.
  • Pour the golden allulose mixture over the pecans.
    Keto Pecan Sticky Buns Pecan Topping, In a white dish. Starfish in the Kitchen
  • Prepare the filling by combining 4 tablespoons of allulose and 1 tablespoon of cinnamon and mixing well.
  • After the dough has risen. Punch down and roll out until a rectangle. Ensure that the thickness is even.
  • Spread the softened butter evenly over the dough.
    Keto Pecan Sticky Buns with butter Starfish in the Kitchen
  • Sprinkle the allulose cinnamon mixture over the dough.
    Keto Pecan Sticky Buns with cinnamon allulose filling Starfish in the Kitchen
  • Roll the dough into a tight roll.
    Keto Pecan Sticky Buns Rolled Up Starfish in the Kitchen
  • Make 9 even slices and place over the allulose and nuts in the baking dish. Set aside and allow to rise.
    Keto Pecan Sticky Buns Before Baking In a White Dish Starfish in the Kitchen
  • Preaheat the oven to 300 degrees F.
  • Bake 25-30 minutes. Rotate part way during baking to ensure even browning. The buns are done when the thermometer reads 200 degrees F.
    Keto Pecan Sticky Buns baked in a white dish Starfish in the Kitchen
  • Flip the sticky buns over onto a rack to continue cooling. You may wish to put parchment or a silicone sheet under the rack to catch any drips.
    Keto Pecan Sticky Buns cooling on a rack. Starfish in the Kitchen
  • Store leftovers in the fridge.

Notes

 
Nutrition info provided for reference, please use your ingredients for accurate macros. Data from cronometer.
 
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