Name: Oatmeal, Pecan, and Date Sticky Biscuits
Yield: Makes 8 servings
Ingredients: Nonstick vegetable oil spray; 1/2 cup plus 1/3 cup (packed) dark brown sugar; 1/4 cup (1/2 stick) unsalted butter, diced; 1/4 cup dark corn syrup; 3/4 teaspoon vanilla extract; 1 1/2 cups pecan halves; 1/2 cup diced pitted Medjool dates; 3/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon; 2 cups all purpose flour; 1/2 cup quick-cooking oats; 2 tablespoons sugar; 21/2 teaspoons baking powder; 3/4 teaspoon salt; 6 tablespoons (3/4 stick) chilled unsalted butter, diced, plus 3 tablespoons melted unsalted butter, divided; 3/4 cup (or more) buttermilk

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They look like sticky buns, but these sweet, gooey treats are actually made from biscuit batter. They're great with brunch.

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