You Need to Make These Life Changing Homemade Pecan Sticky Buns

[@Somnivore7]

Yo I saw this in prison, we had public access on our TVs, and when I saw it I was legit crying. I ended up getting out and had a convo with my mom about how cool public television is and somehow this episode came up and we had both seen this episode and had a big laugh over it. Great show and a fond memory with my mom. 💕 Shout out to PBS and all the mom's out there.

[@ghostlycarot]

I couldn't love this comment more! And I totally agree about public access/PBS.... Such good television. And I'll be an NPR girly until the day I die 😊

[@SewAndTellwithDori]

The Stick Buns episode is one of my all time ATK favorite episodes! In general, I love the interaction and chemistry between Julia and Bridget because they are so genuine and appear to really love working together. When they get on a roll (no pun), they really make the show something special. I'm so happy that the show director and producers at ATK don't edit out their giggle time and just let them run with it! Makes the show very fun to watch. LOVE them as a team!

[@VintageMale]

Reminds me of Lucy and Ethel! lol!

[@MsApril29906]

“I’ll have what I’m having.” LMAO! Excellent When Harry Met Sally reference! 👏🏼👏🏼 Great job, ladies! Best reactions, ever!!!

[@lbrice2646]

Hilarious wasn't it. Sorry, not Harry met Sally. Keep laughing and enjoying life! "I'll Have What I'm Having" on KZbin kzbin.info/www/bejne/e6PMnK13g9Crrac

[@lebsing658]

The best part is the laugh-fest at the end. I'm so glad it wasn't edited out. Good food is supposed to be fun to eat!!

[@sweeney60]

Laurie Brown I know right? I started to laugh along with them. Those must be some damn good buns.

[@ChateauShack]

@@sweeney60 Yeah and I'll have what she's having too!

[@LibraAllWoman]

Most definitely!

[@wowmyelectric]

Actually it was edited. The full real of this is even more hilarious. Check it out on toktok

[@dogbarbill]

@@wowmyelectric It's also on Bridget's facebook page.

[@WiseAilbhean]

A nice sticky bun on a cold winters day, you enjoy it just curled up on the couch in your pajamas and blanket “I’ll have what I’m having!”

[@backpackmatt]

This is my favorite episode of America's Test Kitchen ever!

[@borisc6714]

My favorite too... even though I diabetic, and I can't really eat this, every time I need a little morale pick me up, I come back to this, for the puns and all... and the laugh fest at the end!

[@blkwheeler32]

This made me laugh. I really enjoy those two.

[@geezermann7865]

It's one I missed when it first aired, and now I can watch it here.

[@backpackmatt]

@@geezermann7865 Most enjoyable 🤗😊

[@geezermann7865]

@@backpackmatt Plus, we get to know about waffle makers and almond butter too!

[@lesliespencer5506]

When my dad comes to visit me in Southern California, we have a tradition of going to our favorite sticky bun spot on Balboa Island. Unfortunately, it closed a few years ago. Since then, we’ve been searching for a place that could make them as well as our old spot. We never did. Fortunately, I ran across this video during his visit. So, my 93 year old dad and I made them. Eureka!!!! They are perfect!!!!!! Soft, not too sweet, just the right amount of toasty, sticky goo! Perfection! P.S. This was my first time ever using yeast, and it was super easy! Thanks so much ATK! The tradition lives on…..

[@mjs8625]

I have been watching so many of these videos on KZbin, so fun. You two have the best chemistry and lightheartedness. This pariticular episode had me smiling and giggling at the end. Than k you for doing what you do and being genuine with love of food, the science and process of it all.

[@davidhundt7697]

I've made these sticky buns twice. My search for the perfect recipe is over. These are absolutely amazing!!! Everything they claim came wonderfully true.

[@janicewoods3072]

The sticky bun segment is the best I’ve seen on America’s Test Kitchen, loved it. I laughed so hard during that taste clip of the buns. ♥️❤️💗💕

[@AmericasTestKitchen]

We're so glad you enjoyed it!

[@bryanmathew2079]

​@@AmericasTestKitchenStilL Waiting For Some Very RusTic WhoLesome😅, Bran Muffins with AppLebutter* Either@ FilLing Or, ~ Not To Sweet ... maybe a Overnight StyLe, XTRA Bran, no Baking Powder Lol & uncompLicated JUMBO With; Soaked Coffee Raisin Option, Or Those Can 🍒 Cherries the Kind That Ain't in Sugar Goup, Just the Fruit. Like a🧱Brick Thanks!, Happy JuLy 4th, 23.

[@Rollwithit699]

I consider ATK's opinion to be the only opinion when it comes to baking, cooking, product reviews, etc. Love you guys. You two seem like genuine friends. How great to have a real friend at work.

[@rygy82]

I love that Bridget and Julia always have so much fun with each other but this episode takes the cake!!! 🤣🤣🤣

[@user-pd7il3xz5j]

New line.. "takes the sticky buns."

[@sherryd3299]

I love Bridgett and Julia together! This is why I always watch America's Test Kitchen and Cook's Country on PBS and youtube. I love how funny they are in this vid!. They are so likable you'd like to hang out with them.

[@MiaCulpa]

I spit coffee all over myself when she licked that plate! OMG! I've been a fan of the show for years, but I gotta say, I love these ladies!! Don't miss bowtie man at all!

[@tylerhughes5420]

He reminded me of John waters.

[@BecBec1967]

We laugh cuz we've been there, done that!

[@hopenoneya8161]

@John Whirling it's not disrespectful, it's an opinion. Of course in 2019 people get butt hurt very easily.

[@goshawkf]

The best part is the look on Julia's face when Bridget licks the plate! She gets all wide eyed!

[@PhiloniousRex]

That was the BEST TASTING I have seen in my LIFE!!! 🤣🤣🤣

[@camillabarnes6678]

They ate the whole thing and I believed that they loved it!

[@imrevcritter]

This is by far my favorite episode EVER. I've watched it several times just for the end.

[@MaryAnMac]

I love how much fun these two have cooking together. Their sound effects are priceless. Plus the recipes always rock.

[@powerapplegreen]

Julia, "The goo is where it's at" Bridget, "I'll have what I'm having" I love this show!

[@aprillec]

Christopher who?? Bridget and Julia are killing it. They have great chemistry and bring a freshness to a show with a proven formula. I love watching them!

[@jayhobson7797]

Christopher Kimball, you know him, he created the show, the magazines and developed the audience the reason “the girls” have a job.

[@candice_ecidnac]

​@@jayhobson7797 way to stomp on a joke by mansplaining it

[@jjh2456]

@@candice_ecidnac not for nothing though…Chris is actually doing pretty well in his endeavor though so since there was a shot taken at him the joke needed to be “mansplained.”

[@jjh2456]

@@jayhobson7797people need to know who Christopher Kimball is though.

[@LondonEE16]

@@jjh2456 They know who Kimball is . The Christopher who? was sarcasm.

[@GodsGirl91750]

I’ve only been watching the episodes for a few months now and watching Juliet and Bridget laughing While enjoying the sticky buns!!!! Priceless!!! I’m so glad they didn’t edit that out but eating sticky buns was the funniest thing I’ve ever seen… Go, ladies! My favorite episode!!!

[@denisegaylord8809]

God, too funny. Briget & Julia are the queens of comedy in this episode. I love the more relaxed feel of the show. And they are bringing the JOY back into the kitchen. Love this episode y'all.

[@pammoreton9550]

The end - best ever! I love the way these 2 interact.

[@stepawayful]

I haven't seen this show since Kimball was the host. As I have always thought, these ladies are the real stars, cooks, and the true heart and soul of ATK. Their chemistry, passion for cooking and food make this a joy to watch.

[@sage7x7]

I agree with Spud Russell. They seem more relaxed since Kimble left 😉.

[@christinelouise1835]

I use to work for a large freight company where they gave their employees safety points. The drivers earned like 3 - 5 times more than non driving personnel. When the company was purchased, one of our drivers (he was a 2 million mile safe driver) had so many safety points that there was nothing else he wanted. So he offered me his points, I chose the Presto Flip Side and it is awesome! The best I have ever owned! It is about 3 years old now and so far has held up great, and yes I use it often! Glad to see I'm not the only one who loves my waffle iron.

[@jaygony]

How did I not know about this show before the pandemic? I love these girls together, their camaraderie makes the show.

[@farklefuster6876]

I love the friendly interchange between these two intelligent lovely ladies. Either one or both of them could teach me to cook and watch me balloon to the size of the Goodyear blimp. Keep having fun ladies and I’ll keep watching.

[@juliegogo2941]

The giggles are grand! Thanks

[@NOTHEOTHERGUY]

So great! I love how Bridget and Julia don't throw fancy cooking terms at us. Yes, they know the science of how pectins do this, and how proteins get elongated, but it's just easy to watch them and understand what they're doing.

[@superek4]

Their bromance (dunno of female version) is very palpable in this episode. Love their chemistry haha

[@kathrinkohler88]

I think the word is friendship

[@Urza.]

Snatch pact

[@ntlespino]

Gal pals, if we're after the wordplay, maybe?

[@davidcridgeway6300]

This has to be my favorite installment. I was crying with you, Julia! I'm glad you girls know how to have good clean fun.

[@lisakeener8377]

This was one of my most favorite television moments ever!!! Those sticky buns look amazing! You girls crack me up!😂

[@jamiepark888]

Their reactions at the end tells me these are truly delicious! Love it when chefs are as happy to eat the food they created

[@beverlyfrederick7670]

You girls crack me up! These made my mouth water!

[@emmalee9747]

Hands down the best thing I ever baked thus far. This takes time to make, but it is so soft and not too sweet. Wonderful.

[@lebarre1000]

ive made these and this recipe will be passed on down to my great great great grand children🥰🥰🥰

[@philaphobic]

I made these today (with pancake syrup instead of corn syrup and white sugar + molasses instead of brown sugar because those are what I had) and they are by far the best cinnamon rolls I've ever had. The bread is so soft! I toasted the pecans in the microwave (trick I learned from ATK) and they were awesome.

[@user-pd7il3xz5j]

Brown sugar is white sugar and molasses. The nice thing about making it yourself is you can decide the proportions.

[@SandiHooper]

I am totally addicted to watching Bridget and Julia cook and laugh together. This is their absolute best one ever. What a treat.

[@sloopy5191]

O.M.G!! Best episode EVER!! Love these ladies working together, I laughed so hard watching them enjoy their labours!

[@Elizabeth-ju5dy]

So glad you showed the dental floss trick. I also use it for splitting cakes in half, pretty accurately.

[@GorgoScrobo]

one of the best videos of our lifetime

[@lcypher5579]

Bridget and Julia....the absolute best cooking team.....bar none!

[@hughmac312]

These two ladies are as real as it gets. Smart, funny, and so genuine It's nice to know I can still crush on someone at 61

[@cltransler]

Julia and Bridget are such a joy to watch. They genuinely have a great time together. The laughing at the end was hysterical. I had to watch that part three times.

[@cjny84]

Bridget "I love cooking with you" 😭♥️

[@samdajellybeenie14]

So wholesome!

[@LadyGreen022]

"Ditto, girl!" This was the best episode ever!

[@travissimpson7061]

I love that statement!!! It shows that they are true friends for me.

[@s.p.alexandrabouvrette3372]

Best! The genuine enjoyment and humor warms the soul. More episodes like these please. I'll have what Bridget is having!!

[@singe0diabolique]

LOL I really like Julia, and she and Bridget are hilarious together!

[@gwendolynsmith9532]

Bridget and Julia are better than any comedy team! The best part is that any dish they make together has the potential for another giggle-fest! 😂

[@WhiteSpatula]

Julia’s sticky bun conversion was test kitchen gold! I actually feel like I’m off to have a better day just knowing she doesn’t hate them anymore. And I can’t stop giggling at you two mackin’ on those beauties and laughing yourselves to tears. Absolute gold. Cheers y’all! -Phill, Las Vegas

[@DuffyElmer]

Just a side note - if you can't taste a significant different between the almond butters with palm oil vs vegetable oil, go for the latter. Palm oil disproportionately results in deforestation and habitat loss in regions with tropical rainforests.

[@GpD79]

I'll just stick to peanut butter. I can then avoid the deforestation issue and avoid the unhealthy additional fat from the hydrogenated vegetable oil.

[@cherifinkbiner8393]

I have to tell you, it was beautiful to see her crying. And the biggest compliment I have ever witnessede~ Thank you!

[@ScarletCleo]

Ladies y'all killed it! Love the sticky buns realness at the end! ❤️

[@AmericasTestKitchen]

Thanks for watching!

[@mattsturgeon2178]

Great seeing you ladies “loose it” on camera. Almost like the Carol Burnett show!!!!!

[@AmericasTestKitchen]

Thanks for watching!

[@felicekillian-benigno8889]

My mom once made sticky buns on a snow day back in the 60s. When I had my kids, I carried on the tradition and now my kids do too. Today I will try your version. There are 18 inches of snow out there in Syracuse. No kids to share it with but my neighbor who snow plows my walk will be getting some

[@wotan10950]

“I’ll have what I’m having.” I nearly fell over when Bridget said that. “The goo’s where it’s at.” “I would not throw these out of bed.”

[@saundraloving3134]

Best. ATK. Video. EVER! and I made the millionaire shortbread 2 years ago and placed 2nd in our Church, dessert/ rodeo cook off! Love these 2 ladies!

[@jeanne1271]

You two crack me up ! “ I would not throw these out of bed “ !!! I love you guys !!!

[@Kiersten79]

Omg-you two crack me up! Such fun to watch!

[@georgeannecurtis3636]

Will have to try. Since I am also not a fan if sticky buns but this looks amazing.

[@theresagould9433]

Love the Girls - they NEVER would have gotten away with eating like that with him in charge. So much fun. So enjoyable!

[@atomicbrain9401]

20:23 - wow queen 20:56 - WOW QUEEN

[@tallman145]

that was the best part of this video

[@citibear57]

I love it when Bridget and Julia make each other laugh 😂 Bridget made me laugh out loud while eating the sticky bun! These two women are wonderful 👍 (and yes, I have been watching the PBS series, as well as the YT channel for years)

[@ladonnaowens710]

The flour water mixture is called tangzhong, I use it when I make Hawaiian rolls. Makes the bread tender.

[@donaldtarr2332]

I love ATK, but this has to be my favorite episode ever. They managed to capture why I love to cook. Fortunately i live in pecan country, (Missouri). I hope my neighbors are hungry.....!

[@deniseperez9200]

I had no idea that Missouri was pecan country.

[@donaldtarr2332]

@@deniseperez9200 Neither did I until I moved there, found groves everywhere. Beautiful trees!

[@hwk9468]

Definitely my favorite episode. Not necessarily my favorite recipe, much as I want to try it. With all the diabetics in the family, that will be a while. I just love how much fun you were having, how much you enjoyed what you were making and each other. Felt more like hanging in the kitchen with a couple of gal-pals than watching TV. Thank you for that.

[@silentbubba51]

Love these women their chemistry and knowledge really are what makes the show. And it doesn’t hurt that they are both very cute!!!

[@juliebeans5000]

When the [unmentionable] Mr. K. left, I remember thinking that the show wasn't going to be as much fun. But what it did is let us in on the great relationship between Julia & Bridget (did you catch 'that's why I love cooking with you'?) They've allowed us to feel like one of their besties, just hangin' out in the kitchen with them. This episode in particular really closed the book on the old format. Love you guys!

[@kevinmcgiffin10]

These two and this episode are LMAO EXCELLENT ❤ LOVE YOU BRIDGETT !!✌🙏❤

[@sofarokintn8166]

That was great to watch. The giggles at the end...true.

[@boglenn6668]

This is my absolute favorite episode! The fun and laughter was contagious! What fun! Thank you!

[@cuisined]

4:20 Bridget you are my Hero.

[@nelsonhall4248]

It's fun to see two women enjoying the food they're baking, that's why I love this show.

[@lburgess63]

Definitely in the Top Five Best Bridget and Julia cooking vids. The giggling fit at the end made me crack up, and I'm not even reading a delicious sticky bun! And that little, unscripted, heartfelt "I love cooking with you," Same here, girl" exchange is wonderful. My Dad and brothers absolutely love these buns. When I really want to say "I love you," I bake them. They'll be gone in less than 24 hours.

[@catshepherd3102]

I actually made sticky buns out in the desert at Burning Man, back in ‘02. My project that year was an oven trailer. I varied the recipe somewhat, using maple syrup instead of corn syrup and hazelnuts instead of pecans. The filling was garnished with orange zest. People from the neighbouring camps smelled it cooking and came to look; some people from the Esplanade came sniffing, too. Instead of giving them buns, I had them gather round the camp table and brought it to them. They DEVOURED the lot within a minute! But I managed to grab a handful myself.

[@christinatolar4155]

The sticky buns tasting is the BEST tasting ever produced on ATK. I found myself snorting right along with them!

[@kkakacek]

I've watched this so many times, and finally made them last night. They really are that good. I couldn't wait to eat one again today with my morning tea, but ate FOUR of them before the tea was drinking temperature.

[@chipblock2854]

Back in the 1970s I worked as cook in a buffet restaurant. One of my tasks each day was to make approximately 500 sticky rolls and about the same of cinnamon rolls with raisins. We only baked them as we needed them. We didn't use pecans because if the cost. We would smear the pan with a brown sugar, molasses, and butter smear. I would mix the mixture in a mixer till it was nice and fluffy. The competed rolls came out soft and the topping was very gooey. How I wished I the recipe for the smear! In the 1979s almost all of what we served was made from scratch. Such as cakes, pies, puddings, and cookies. Of course we made all of the entrees and sides from scratch. We were well known for our fried chicken. It was a deep fryer that cooked the chicken under pressure. A lot like KFC. The fryer manufacturer's name was Henny Penny.

[@bradbiles952]

Best vid ever with Julia and Bridget!! Let it go with the buns. Thanks :)

[@adamkeener6106]

This HAS to be their best video, EVER! “I’ll have what I’m having.” Priceless! Big “When Harry Met Sally” fan, what a PERFECT reference!

[@sebastianvaldivieso9654]

I absolutely love Bridget. She's comical and has a great palette. I swear she nails the taste tests EVERY time.

[@kathiewinecoff5776]

I am so glad you didn't leave out all the fun at the end! It is so nice to see you having so much FUN!! I sure wish I could afford to get your membership. Boy am I glad I can watch you here and on Pluto! I love to watch you and do most of my day! Thank You!

[@kaylarson3843]

I love Watching these two ladies eat the entire bun and not just a few bites. I did make these sticky buns and dear lord above they are the absolute best. I don't like the powdered sugar glaze most people put on their "cinnamon rolls". These need no other adornment at all. Bonus they do freeze well and you can throw one in your lunch bag and it will thaw out at your desk all morning and be ready for a quick reheat by noon. So good with that afternoon coffee.

[@christianuniversalist]

Best. Episode. Ever. Long live the sticky buns!!

[@lukelinnell2057]

First time I made this recipe I put a sheet under the buns in the oven to catch any overflow. Since there was no spillage that first time, on the second making of it I didn’t put a “drip” pan underneath. That’s a mistake. They didn’t nearly bake as evenly as the first time. As a matter of fact they almost burned on the (once inverted) top. 3rd time, used the drip sheet again and it was back to perfection. It really makes a difference in allowing the buns to bake evenly.

[@ralphhooker6019]

Their reaction to the sticky buns revved my motor!

[@marianmorioka6931]

whenever I am feeling grumpy - I watch this video and find myself smiling again. Love this episode - genuine laughter and a great recipe!

[@margaretd3710]

The recipe looks absolutely delicious! But the best part was Bridget and Julia laughing so much at the end...."I'll have what I'm having!" Great!

[@filmnoir50]

I'm a fan of both women. It's clear that they still have strong chemistry after all these years. It's so much better watching them than Kimballdork. He has always put me off completely.

[@katydidiy]

OMG, Bridget and Julia are a hoot! BTW, I made these buns and they are so yummy. The best sweet roll dough I've ever made. Easy, delicious and kept well for at least 3 days.

[@user-pd7il3xz5j]

Thank you for your comment with the feed back on how it came out. Too many comments on cooking videos say, "wow, I can't wait to try this recipe."

[@rafaelalemos9451]

LOVE THIS! when you eat with a friend and just enjoy!!!

[@sandragallagher9221]

This is the first time I got to see the entire episode with the full ending. You girls are a hoot! I laughed right along with you. Do you think I could freeze some of the buns after baking? Otherwise, I'm afraid I would eat the whole pan!

[@jlcmlc40]

Great recipe, you gals are the best. I try to never miss a show, keep up the good work!

[@eduardo_corrochio]

Give me these two wonderful ladies all day long. They've made the series better and more fun since the departure of the original host. And the climax of this particular episode, well, that's just the best ... you cannot help laughing with them. ❤️ ❤️ ❤️

[@techynerdygypsy1731]

I love you guys body language together!!! The laughing was a great added bonus!!!!

[@misskai8158]

That caramel sauce is just too easy to make! Recipe noted! :)

[@IslandPearl73]

I love love love the end Thats what cooking is all about laughter and making memories and creating delicious food together..thank you this is awesome my favorite episode!!

[@jilllugay7294]

Loving Bridget and Julia as hosts! Will definitely be giving these sticky buns a try.

[@AmericasTestKitchen]

Thanks for being a fan, happy baking!

[@DuluthTW]

Finally, someone on video eats sticky buns the same way I do. Can't wait to try the recipe. Thanks!

[@worldlyporcini8646]

This bread method is called tangzhong which is used in many asian baked goods. By cooking a small amount of water and flour together it makes the dough fluffy and moist. This is also how Hokkaido milk bread is made.

[@jenniferhildreth7570]

How is it done without a microwave? Double boiler? I'll have to research, thank you for sharing.

[@joshuamichael2421]

I really enjoy watching them together

[@TexasMyTexas]

Thanks for not editing out the end... We all need a good belly laugh. 🥰🥰🇺🇸

[@jrlaz0001]

The two are the best! Great chemistry!

[@314Vine]

The BEST EVER ATK video thus far!