Bourbon Maple Bacon Cinnamon Rolls: Sweet & Savory Delight

Bourbon Maple Bacon Cinnamon Rolls: Sweet & Savory Delight

Author: Calvin Rourke Prep Time: 40 minutes
Cook Time: 50 minutes Total Time: 90 minutes
Yield: 12 servings Category: Desserts

Description

Luscious cinnamon rolls featuring a delightful blend of bourbon-infused maple glaze and caramelized bacon, perfect for a cozy breakfast or brunch.

Ingredients

  • 1 pound thick-cut bacon
  • ½ cup brown sugar
  • 4 tablespoons maple syrup
  • 2 tablespoons bourbon
  • 1 teaspoon cracked black pepper
  • ¼ cup all-purpose flour
  • ¾ cup water
  • 3 ½ cups all-purpose flour
  • ⅓ cup granulated sugar
  • 2 teaspoons instant yeast
  • ¾ teaspoon fine sea salt
  • ½ cup whole milk, room temperature
  • 1 large egg, room temperature
  • 4 tablespoons unsalted butter, softened
  • ½ cup unsalted butter, room temperature
  • 2/3 cup light brown sugar
  • 2 teaspoons cinnamon
  • 1 cup candied bacon strips
  • 4 tablespoons unsalted butter, for brushing/filling
  • 2 oz cream cheese, room temperature
  • ¾ cup powdered sugar
  • 2 tablespoons maple syrup
  • ½ – 1 teaspoon bourbon
  • ½ cup candied bacon strips, for topping
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Instructions

  1. 1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper. Place bacon strips on the sheet. Mix brown sugar, maple syrup, bourbon, and black pepper, then brush over the bacon. Bake for 20–25 minutes. Cool and chop into strips.
  2. 2. In a small bowl, whisk together ¼ cup all-purpose flour and ¾ cup water to create the tangzhong. Cook over low heat until it thickens into a paste (about 2–3 minutes). Let cool.
  3. 3. In a large bowl, combine 3 ½ cups all-purpose flour, ⅓ cup granulated sugar, 2 teaspoons instant yeast, ¾ teaspoon fine sea salt, ½ cup whole milk, 1 large egg, and the tangzhong. Mix until dough forms, then knead for 10 minutes. Cover and let rise for 1 hour.
  4. 4. Punch down dough and roll it out into a large rectangle (about 12×18 inches). Spread 4 tablespoons unsalted butter evenly over the surface. Combine 2/3 cup light brown sugar and 2 teaspoons cinnamon, and sprinkle over the butter. Scatter chopped candied bacon strips evenly. Roll tightly and cut into 12 pieces.
  5. 5. Place rolls in a greased baking dish, cover, and let rise for 30 minutes. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Bake for 20–25 minutes until golden brown.
  6. 6. Beat together 4 tablespoons unsalted butter, 2 oz cream cheese, ¾ cup powdered sugar, 2 tablespoons maple syrup, and ½–1 teaspoon bourbon until smooth.
  7. 7. Drizzle frosting over warm cinnamon rolls and top with additional candied bacon strips. Serve and enjoy!