Bourbon Maple Bacon Cinnamon Rolls Recipe

Okay… these Bourbon Maple Bacon Cinnamon Rolls are truly next-level. 🤯 Imagine soft, fluffy cinnamon rolls swirled with crispy bacon, brown sugar, and cinnamon—then drizzled (generously!) with a maple-bourbon glaze.

Sweet, salty, sticky, and just a little boozy—it’s everything I crave in one decadent bite. 😍

I love making these for lazy weekend brunches or special mornings when I want to wow everyone at the table. Trust me, once you try them, your regular cinnamon rolls just won’t hit the same.

Ingredients

For the Dough:

• 3 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 packet (2 1/4 tsp) instant yeast
• 1/4 cup granulated sugar
• 1/2 tsp salt
• 3/4 cup warm milk (about 110°F)
• 1/4 cup unsalted butter, melted 🧈
• 1 large egg

For the Filling:

• 6 slices cooked bacon, chopped 🥓
• 1/2 cup brown sugar
• 2 tsp cinnamon
• 2 tbsp butter, softened

For the Maple Bourbon Glaze:

• 1 cup powdered sugar
• 2 tbsp pure maple syrup 🍁
• 1 tbsp bourbon 🥃 (or use milk if you prefer no alcohol)
• 1–2 tsp milk (as needed to thin)
• Pinch of salt

Step-by-Step Instructions

1. Make the dough: In a large bowl, mix warm milk, melted butter, sugar, and egg. Add yeast and stir to combine.
2. Add flour and salt, mixing until a soft dough forms. Knead for about 5–7 minutes (or use a stand mixer) until smooth and elastic.
3. Place dough in a greased bowl, cover, and let rise in a warm place for 1 hour or until doubled in size.
4. Make the filling: Mix brown sugar and cinnamon in a small bowl. Roll out the dough into a rectangle (about 9×14 inches). Spread softened butter over the dough, then sprinkle evenly with the cinnamon sugar mixture. Add chopped bacon on top.
5. Roll up tightly from the long edge, then cut into 9–12 rolls.
6. Place rolls in a greased baking dish. Cover and let rise for another 30–45 minutes.
7. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Bake rolls for 20–25 minutes, or until golden brown and cooked through.
8. Make the glaze: In a small bowl, whisk together powdered sugar, maple syrup, bourbon, and a splash of milk until smooth and pourable.
9. Drizzle warm rolls with glaze and top with extra bacon if you’re feeling fancy. 😉

Tips & Variations

• No bourbon? No problem! Just use milk or a splash of vanilla extract.
• Candied bacon makes an even more indulgent topping!
• These rolls can be made the night before—just cover and refrigerate before the second rise, then bake in the morning.

Storage

Keep leftover rolls in an airtight container at room temperature for 1–2 days or refrigerate for up to 4 days. Reheat in the microwave for 10–15 seconds to bring back the gooey magic. ✨

Nutrition Info (Approx. per roll with glaze)

• Calories: 350
• Carbs: 42g
• Fat: 16g
• Sugar: 20g
• Protein: 7g

Final Thoughts

These Bourbon Maple Bacon Cinnamon Rolls are rich, bold, and unforgettable. 🥓🍁 Whether you serve them at brunch or make them as a special treat for yourself, they always steal the show.

I seriously can’t get enough—and once you try them, I bet you’ll feel the same! 💛