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Bourbon Maple Bacon Cinnamon Rolls

Indulgent Bourbon Maple Bacon Cinnamon Rolls You'll Crave

These Bourbon Maple Bacon Cinnamon Rolls combine sweet and savory flavors for a delicious breakfast treat you'll crave.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Rising Time 1 hour
Total Time 2 hours
Servings: 12 rolls
Course: breakfast ideas
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Bacon
  • 8 slices thick-cut bacon for perfect balance of tenderness and crispiness
  • ¼ cup light brown sugar adds rich sweetness
  • ¼ cup pure maple syrup high-quality syrup is essential
  • 1 teaspoon black pepper adds spice to flavor
  • ½ cup water for glaze
For the Dough
  • 3 ½ cups all-purpose flour base for soft dough
  • ⅓ cup granulated sugar adds sweetness
  • 2 teaspoons instant yeast for rise
  • ¾ teaspoon fine sea salt balances flavors
  • ½ cup whole milk adds moisture
  • 4 tablespoons softened butter essential for tenderness
For the Filling
  • ½ cup softened butter for filling
  • ⅔ cup light brown sugar caramelizes for filling
  • 2 teaspoons ground cinnamon classic cinnamon flavor
  • ½ cup finely chopped candied bacon adds crunch and savory goodness
For the Frosting
  • 4 tablespoons room-temperature butter for creamy frosting
  • 2 ounces cream cheese adds tangy richness
  • 1 cup powdered sugar sweetens the frosting
  • ¼ cup pure maple syrup infuses frosting with flavor
  • 2 tablespoons bourbon enhances decadence

Equipment

  • stand mixer
  • Parchment paper
  • Baking sheet
  • Mixing Bowl
  • small saucepan

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and prepare a parchment-lined baking sheet.
  2. Combine the glaze ingredients in a bowl and brush it over the bacon slices.
  3. Place the glazed bacon in the oven and bake for 30 to 40 minutes until caramelized.
  4. Prepare the tangzhong by whisking water and flour in a saucepan over medium heat.
  5. Combine all dry ingredients in a mixer bowl and mix well.
  6. Add the remaining ingredients to the dry mix and mix until a shaggy dough forms.
  7. Knead in softened butter and then set aside to rise in a buttered bowl for about 1 hour.
  8. Roll out the dough into a rectangle approximately 15 by 18 inches.
  9. Prepare the filling and spread it evenly over the rolled dough.
  10. Sprinkle chopped candied bacon over the filling.
  11. Cut the dough into twelve 1.5-inch strips and roll them tightly.
  12. Place the rolls in a baking pan, cover with plastic wrap, and let them proof for 1 hour.
  13. Preheat the oven to 325°F (163°C) while the rolls proof.
  14. Bake the rolls for 24 to 30 minutes until golden brown.
  15. Mix frosting ingredients until creamy and smooth.
  16. Spread frosting over the warm rolls and garnish with reserved candied bacon.

Nutrition

Serving: 1rollCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 50gProtein: 5gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 8gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 300mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 2gSugar: 20gVitamin A: 500IUCalcium: 50mgIron: 1mg

Notes

For best results, follow the tips for bacon choice, dough mixing, and proofing time.

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