Maple Pecan Sticky Buns

whole milk*

granulated sugar

and 1/2 Tablespoons active dry or instant yeast (2 standard packets)*

unsalted butter, softened to room temperature and cut into 4 pieces

large eggs, at room temperature

salt

and 1/2 cups (558g) all-purpose flour (spoon & leveled), plus more for work surface

chopped pecans

unsalted butter

packed dark brown sugar*

whole milk*

pure maple syrup

salt

unsalted butter, softened to room temperature

packed dark brown sugar*

ground cinnamon