# Components:
→ For the Dough
01 - 3 cups all-purpose flour
02 - 1/4 cup granulated sugar
03 - 2 1/4 teaspoons instant yeast
04 - 1/2 teaspoon salt
05 - 2/3 cup whole milk, lukewarm
06 - 2 large eggs, room temperature
07 - 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
08 - 1/3 cup unsalted butter, softened
→ For the Maple Pecan Filling
09 - 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
10 - 1/3 cup light brown sugar
11 - 1/4 cup pure maple syrup
12 - 1 1/2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
13 - 1/4 teaspoon salt
14 - 1 1/4 cups pecans, toasted and coarsely chopped
→ For the Maple Glaze
15 - 1/4 cup pure maple syrup
16 - 1/2 cup powdered sugar, sifted
# Directions:
01 - In the bowl of a stand mixer, combine the all-purpose flour, granulated sugar, instant yeast, and salt. Mix briefly to combine.
02 - Add the lukewarm milk, eggs, and vanilla extract to the mixer bowl. Mix on low speed until a shaggy dough begins to form.
03 - Gradually incorporate the softened unsalted butter, one tablespoon at a time, ensuring each addition is fully mixed in. Continue to knead the dough, using the stand mixer or by hand, for 8–10 minutes until it becomes smooth and elastic.
04 - Transfer the kneaded dough to a lightly greased bowl. Cover the bowl and allow the dough to rise in a warm environment until it has doubled in volume, approximately 1 to 1.5 hours.
05 - While the dough is rising, prepare the filling by beating together the softened unsalted butter, light brown sugar, pure maple syrup, ground cinnamon, and salt until the mixture is smooth. Stir in the toasted and chopped pecans.
06 - Once the dough has risen, punch it down to release the air. On a lightly floured surface, roll out the dough into a 10x16-inch rectangle. Spread the prepared maple pecan filling evenly over the dough, leaving a 1/2-inch border along all edges.
07 - Beginning from one of the long sides, tightly roll the dough into a log. Slice the log lengthwise, exposing the layers of filling. Carefully twist the two halves together, keeping the cut sides facing upwards.
08 - Gently transfer the twisted dough log into a greased 9x5-inch loaf pan. Cover the pan and allow the dough to rise for 45 minutes, or until it appears puffy.
09 - Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Bake the loaf for 35–40 minutes, or until it achieves a deep golden-brown color and is fully set.
10 - While the loaf is baking, whisk together the pure maple syrup and sifted powdered sugar in a small bowl to create the glaze.
11 - Allow the baked loaf to cool in the pan for 15 minutes. Once slightly cooled, brush the maple glaze evenly over the top. Let the loaf cool completely before slicing and serving.
