Description
These bourbon maple bacon cinnamon rolls are a sweet and savory dream! Soft, fluffy dough swirled with cinnamon sugar and crispy bacon, then topped with a silky bourbon-maple glaze. The ultimate brunch indulgence.
Ingredients
**For the Dough:**
3 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
1/4 cup granulated sugar
2 1/4 tsp instant yeast
1/2 tsp salt
3/4 cup warm milk (110°F)
1/4 cup unsalted butter, melted
1 large egg
**For the Filling:**
1/2 cup brown sugar
2 tsp cinnamon
1/4 cup unsalted butter, softened
6 slices bacon, cooked and crumbled
**For the Bourbon Maple Glaze:**
1 cup powdered sugar
2 tbsp pure maple syrup
1 tbsp bourbon (or more to taste)
1–2 tbsp milk (adjust consistency)
Instructions
1. In a mixing bowl, combine flour, sugar, yeast, and salt. Add warm milk, melted butter, and egg. Mix until a dough forms.
2. Knead for 5–7 minutes until smooth and elastic. Cover and let rise for 60–90 minutes or until doubled in size.
3. Roll dough into a 10×15-inch rectangle. Spread with softened butter.
4. Mix brown sugar and cinnamon; sprinkle evenly over butter. Top with crumbled bacon.
5. Roll up tightly from the long side and slice into 12 rolls.
6. Place in a greased 9×13-inch pan. Cover and let rise again for 30–45 minutes.
7. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Bake for 22–25 minutes, until golden and set.
8. Whisk glaze ingredients in a bowl until smooth. Drizzle over warm rolls.
9. Serve immediately for best flavor and texture!
Notes
You can prep these overnight and bake fresh in the morning.
Use thick-cut bacon for the best texture and bold flavor.
Substitute bourbon with vanilla extract for an alcohol-free version.