Why You’ll Love This Recipe
Imagine soft, pillowy cinnamon rolls infused with the deep flavors of bourbon, maple syrup, and crispy bacon. These Bourbon Maple Bacon Cinnamon Rolls take a classic cinnamon roll to the next level, balancing sweet, smoky, and salty flavors in every bite.
Perfect for weekend brunches, holiday mornings, or special occasions, these rolls are made with a buttery, homemade dough, filled with a bourbon-spiked cinnamon-sugar mixture, and topped with a maple bourbon glaze and crispy bacon. If you love a sweet and savory combo, this is the ultimate treat!
Ingredients
For the Dough
- 500g (4 cups) all-purpose flour
- 250ml (1 cup) warm whole milk (40°C or 105°F)
- 7g (2 1/4 tsp) active dry yeast
- 50g (1/4 cup) granulated sugar
- 5g (1 tsp) salt
- 1 large egg
- 60g (1/4 cup) unsalted butter, melted
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
For the Filling
- 100g (1/2 cup) unsalted butter, softened
- 120g (1/2 cup) brown sugar
- 1 tbsp ground cinnamon
- 1 tbsp bourbon
- 100g (6 slices) crispy bacon, chopped
For the Maple Bourbon Glaze
- 120g (1 cup) powdered sugar
- 60ml (1/4 cup) pure maple syrup
- 1 tbsp bourbon
- 1/2 tsp vanilla extract
- 30g (2 tbsp) unsalted butter, melted
- Pinch of salt
Instructions
Step 1: Make the Dough
- Activate the Yeast: In a bowl, combine warm milk, sugar, and yeast. Let it sit for 5-10 minutes until foamy.
- Mix the Dough: In a large bowl, whisk together flour and salt. Add the yeast mixture, egg, melted butter, and vanilla extract. Mix until a sticky dough forms.
- Knead the Dough: Knead for 8-10 minutes until smooth and elastic. (If using a stand mixer, knead for 5 minutes with a dough hook.)
- First Rise: Place the dough in a greased bowl, cover, and let rise for 1-1.5 hours or until doubled in size.
Step 2: Make the Filling
- In a bowl, mix softened butter, brown sugar, cinnamon, and bourbon until smooth.
Step 3: Roll & Fill the Dough
- Roll out the dough into a 30x40cm (12×16 inch) rectangle.
- Spread the cinnamon-bourbon filling evenly over the dough.
- Sprinkle with chopped crispy bacon.
- Roll the dough tightly into a log shape, starting from the longer edge.
- Cut into 12 equal rolls and place in a greased baking dish.
Step 4: Second Rise & Bake
- Cover the rolls and let them rise for 30-45 minutes until puffy.
- Preheat the oven to 180°C (350°F).
- Bake for 20-25 minutes or until golden brown.
Step 5: Make the Maple Bourbon Glaze
- In a bowl, whisk together powdered sugar, maple syrup, bourbon, vanilla, melted butter, and a pinch of salt until smooth.
Step 6: Glaze & Serve
- Drizzle the warm rolls with maple bourbon glaze.
- Sprinkle with extra crispy bacon bits for a final touch.
Nutritional Information (Per Roll)
- Calories: 320 kcal
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Protein: 6g
- Fat: 12g
- Sugar: 22g
Note: Nutritional values may vary based on portion size and ingredients used.
Tips & Tricks for Perfect Cinnamon Rolls
✨ Use room-temperature ingredients – This ensures a soft, fluffy dough.
✨ Make-ahead option – After shaping, refrigerate overnight and bake fresh in the morning.
✨ Extra soft rolls – Brush the tops with melted butter before baking.
✨ Enhance the glaze – Add a pinch of cinnamon or an extra splash of bourbon for a richer flavor.
Why You’ll Love This Recipe
✔ Soft, fluffy cinnamon rolls
✔ Perfect balance of sweet, smoky, and salty flavors
✔ Bourbon-spiked glaze for extra depth
✔ Easy to make ahead for brunch
✔ A crowd-pleasing treat for any occasion
Leave a Comment