Introduction
This recipe is a good twist on a cinnamon roll/bun. The sweet yeast dough gives the dough a light and tender feel, while not being overly rich. The walnut-maple topping is similar story, delicious but not too rich. As a result, the final product is not too rich either. That means if you’re looking for a decadent and gooey Cinnabon type of thing, this is not the recipe to choose. If you’re looking for a more restrained and refined, yet still delicious roll then this is a great choice.
Recipe Outline
| Recipe: Walnut-Maple Buns | Special Equipment: 13-9 inch pan, Stand Mixer |
| Source: Dessert Person | Time: One Day |
| Author: Claire Saffitz | Difficulty: 3/5 |
| Type: Dessert (Baking) | Score: ★★★☆☆ |
Making The Dough





Making The Filling And Toopping





Tip: Consider making more topping if you want it to be richer.
Forming The Buns





Baking The Buns






Tip: In the video, it’s recommend to cook at 25° less if using a glass pan. We did 15° less for a total of 38 minutes.
Final Product

Key Takeaways
- These are a much more refined take on a classic cinnamon roll.
- The end product looks great and the recipe is very well written.
- Final Score: 4/5 – The final product is great. It’s also quite easy to make for what it is. You may wish you had added more filling and more topping though!