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Published: Dec 10, 2014 · Modified: Oct 5, 2021 by Amanda Powell · This post may contain affiliate links.

Eggnog Sticky Rolls with Maple Bourbon Pecan Filling and Eggnog Glaze

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Sticky rolls with a pecan bourbon maple filling and eggnog glaze - perfect for the holidays!

I really had a hard time trying to figure out how to title these rolls. "Sticky Rolls with Pecan Bourbon Maple Filling and Eggnog Glaze" is such a long title, but I feel each ingredient has such an important role in these rolls (hehe) that I really wanted to mention it all. As much as I want to, I don't regret the extra long title. Nope. Instead I am just happy that I have a baking pan full of these rolls to stuff my face right now.

Sticky rolls with a pecan bourbon maple filling and eggnog glaze - perfect for the holidays!

The inspiration for these rolls came when I decided I wanted to make something eggnog for the holidays. I started looking up different flavors that go well with eggnog since I actually didn't start drinking and enjoying eggnog until last year. One resource said that bourbon and maple both went great together in your eggnog I thought it might be too much going on, but what the hey, why not give it a try? I had some freshly roasted pecans and pecans and bourbon always go together, so I knew I needed to put them in the rolls. It was all coming together quite nicely even though I was dubious about the flavor combination.

Sticky rolls with a pecan bourbon maple filling and eggnog glaze - perfect for the holidays!

Let me tell you.... there is no need to be wary of the combination of maple, bourbon, pecans and eggnog all rolled into one! It is a match made in holiday flavor heaven!!! I can't get enough of the stuff! It might be because of the bourbon, but I'm pretty sure I'd still love it even without the all the bourbon I put in here. 😉

Sticky rolls with a pecan bourbon maple filling and eggnog glaze - perfect for the holidays!

I know I am only a few days into my life as a full-time blogger, but I wanted to share a quick update about it.... it is scary!! I've gotten so used to having this set schedule that I feel so weird breaking out of it. This morning I woke up at 9 am! 9 am!!! That is considered very late for me since the latest I ever get up, even on the weekends is about 8 am.

Things I find scary:

  • Knowing I won't have a constant base income that I know I can rely on.
  • Making up my own schedule and being sure I don't slack throughout the day.
  • Having so much time to think about recipes and feeling overwhelmed from wanting to make literally everything.

Things I like:

  • Being able to not have to worry about holding off recipes because I won't have time to make them during the weekend.
  • Having the time to work out in the mornings.
  • Being in charge.

Things that are annoying/inconvenient:

  • Yeah, our internet isn't working on this computer. Something just isn't letting me connect, so I have to go to Starbucks to work every day.
  • I can't afford daycare again for a little while, so I have to juggle entertaining a very curious toddler and working and I feel guilty making my grandmother watch her too often.

Sticky rolls with a pecan bourbon maple filling and eggnog glaze - perfect for the holidays!

Things are still in the working-things-out stage, so in the meantime, I will just push forward and enjoy one of these rolls!

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Sticky rolls with a pecan bourbon maple filling and eggnog glaze - perfect for the holidays!

Sticky Rolls with Pecan Bourbon Maple Filling and Eggnog Glaze

Amanda Powell
These delicious sticky rolls are filled with pecan and bourbon then topped with an irresistible eggnog glaze
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Prep Time 1 hour hr 25 minutes mins
Cook Time 25 minutes mins
Total Time 1 hour hr 50 minutes mins
Course Breakfast
Cuisine American
Servings 14 rolls
Calories 421 kcal
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Ingredients
  

  • ¾ cup rmik room temperature
  • ¼ cup eggnog room temperature
  • ⅔ cup granulated sugar
  • 1 ½ tablespoons 2 packets quick rise yeast
  • ½ cup unsalted butter room temperature
  • 2 large eggs room temperature
  • ½ teaspoon sea salt
  • ½ teaspoon nutmeg
  • 4 ½ cups white whole wheat flour all-purpose works, too

For the Maple Bourbon Pecan Filling

  • 2 cups pecan halves
  • ¾ cup brown sugar not packed
  • 1 teaspoon cinnamon
  • ¼ cup bourbon
  • ¼ cup pure maple syrup
  • ¼ cup very soft unsalted butter

For the Bourbon Eggnog Glaze

  • 3 cups powdered sugar
  • 1 ½ tablespoons bourbon
  • 1 ½ tablespoons maple
  • 4 tablespoons eggnog room temperature
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Instructions
 

  • Warm the milk and eggnog until it is very warm to the touch. Stir in the sugar and yeast. Pour in a stand mixer and add the butter and eggs, mix well.
  • In a separate bowl, mix together the salt, nutmeg, and flour. Slowly add the flour mixture to the wet ingredients and mix using a dough hook for about 10 minutes. (If you do not have a mixer with a dough hook, you can mix by hand and knead for about 10 - 15 minutes). Form the dough into a ball.
  • Lightly grease a bowl and place the dough inside and cover with plastic wrap. Allow to sit in a warm, dry place for about 30 - 45 minutes, or until doubled in size.
  • While the dough is rising, take the ingredients for the filling and place in food processor for about 1 - 2 minutes, or until a paste forms.
  • Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F
  • Roll out the dough until it is about 10 by 24 inches. Try and get the edges as straight as possible. Cut the edges if needed. Brush the dough with butter. Spread the filling evenly on the dough, leaving a 1 inch border on the edges.
  • Tightly roll the dough lengthwise so that you have a 24 inch log. Cut out about 14 - 18 rolls and place on a parchment-lined 9 x 13 baking pan.
  • Cover the pan with aluminium foil and bake for 25 minutes. Allow to cool in the pan for at least 15 minutes before glazing.
  • To make the glaze, add all the ingredients in a bowl and mix well. (You can adjust for desired thickness by adding more powdered sugar or more eggnog)

Nutrition

Calories: 421kcalCarbohydrates: 81gProtein: 6gFat: 8gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.4gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gTrans Fat: 0.3gCholesterol: 46mgSodium: 103mgPotassium: 110mgFiber: 4gSugar: 52gVitamin A: 255IUVitamin C: 0.1mgCalcium: 63mgIron: 1mg
Keyword cinnamon roll, cinnamon rolls, eggnog
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  1. Thalia @ butter and brioche says

    December 11, 2014 at 11:18 pm

    Congrats on my new status as a full time blogger Amanda, it is scary but VERY rewarding at the same time! (Delicious sticky rolls too.. never seen an eggnog flavoured version before!)

    Reply
  2. Meg @ Noming thru Life says

    December 11, 2014 at 5:34 pm

    I think I've just died! There is nothing like ooey gooey cinnamon rolls AND THEN THIS HAPPENED! Oh I love you to pieces right now! And all those scary-ish things will be a thing of the past in no time. You are going to rock it out, so not to worry!

    Reply
    • Amanda says

      December 11, 2014 at 5:36 pm

      Oh Meg, you made me so happy right now! I <3 you so much right now xxxx

      Reply
  3. Ala says

    December 11, 2014 at 2:30 pm

    This is so exciting, Amanda! I know I haven't kept up really well, so it's awesome to hear that you've become a full-time blogger. Props to you for taking the plunge! I know I'd be terrified--but it sounds like you're well-balanced, despite the concerns that will necessarily accompany any new endeavor. You're on a roll, too--a sticky yummy one! I love this recipe a billion times and one.

    Reply
    • Amanda says

      December 11, 2014 at 5:37 pm

      It was kind of a forced plunge, but overthought about it for a while now and I am glad i am going for it!

      Reply
  4. Amanda says

    December 11, 2014 at 2:25 pm

    These look absolutely fantastic!!!

    Reply
    • Amanda says

      December 11, 2014 at 5:37 pm

      Thank you!

      Reply
  5. Meg @ The Housewife in Training Files says

    December 10, 2014 at 1:18 pm

    First off, congrats on making the jump to full time! You are right. It is scary yet rewarding at the same time. I literraly have a list a mile long of recipes I want to make and share but I know its no realistic for me. In the meantime, I am going to turn to these bourbon cinnamon rolls. YES PLEASE!

    Reply
    • Amanda says

      December 11, 2014 at 5:39 pm

      I know it's like "Okay, now that I am in this full time, let me make literally everything under the sun!"

      Reply
  6. Ashley | The Recipe Rebel says

    December 10, 2014 at 10:58 am

    Congrats on making the move to full-time blogging! I just started mat leave last week so I feel almost the same... at least until I have a newborn AND a toddler, and am trying to blog. I'm sure everything will work out! And these sticky rolls look incredible!

    Reply
    • Amanda says

      December 11, 2014 at 5:42 pm

      Oh my gosh a toddler AND a newborn, I don't think I would be able to do it! Bless you!

      Reply
  7. Dini @ Giramuk's Kitchen says

    December 10, 2014 at 9:54 am

    These look divine!! 🙂 I've never tried eggnog but this sounds and looks so intriguing!
    I know the feeling! I left my job to join my husband this year, and I still hate not having my income (I got paid really well before!) However, I am still so thankful because that move pushed me to concentrate on my blog fulltime and I re launched my new blog as a full time blogger! 😀
    It's amazing that I still find myself wanting more hours in the day (and that's without any kids in the house!)
    GOOD LUCK - you're going to LOVE IT! I know I do! 🙂

    Reply
  8. Sarah | Broma Bakery says

    December 10, 2014 at 9:46 am

    Yuhhhhhhhhm! I've been wanting to make an eggnog recipe but haven't come up with anything yet. These look to die for! Eggnog glaze? Brilliant.

    Reply
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