Gooey Cinnamon Buns with Thick Cream Cheese Icing

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Dough:

1 package (2 1/4 teaspoons) active dry yeast

3 cups all-purpose flour, plus more for dusting the work surface 

2 tablespoons butter, melted, plus more for buttering the bowl and baking dish 

2 tablespoons granulated sugar 

1/2 teaspoon salt 

1 large egg, lightly beaten 

Filling:

2 cups pecans, roughly chopped

1 cup packed dark brown sugar 

2 teaspoons ground cinnamon 

1/2 teaspoon salt

1 stick (8 tablespoons) unsalted butter, melted 

Thick Cream Cheese Icing:

4 ounces cream cheese, softened

2 cups confectioners' sugar 

1/4 cup milk