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Savory Maple Bacon Cinnamon Rolls Easy Sticky Maple Glaze Recipe

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These savory maple bacon cinnamon rolls combine soft, buttery dough with crispy bacon and a sticky maple glaze for a perfect sweet and salty breakfast treat. Ideal for brunch or special occasions, they offer a comforting and indulgent experience.

Ingredients

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  • 3 ½ cups all-purpose flour (about 440 grams)
  • ¼ cup granulated sugar (50 grams)
  • 2 ¼ teaspoons instant yeast (1 packet)
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1 cup whole milk (240 ml), warmed
  • 4 tablespoons unsalted butter (56 grams), melted and slightly cooled
  • 1 large egg, room temperature
  • ⅓ cup maple syrup (80 ml)
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 8 slices cooked bacon, chopped
  • 2 tablespoons brown sugar (25 grams)
  • 2 tablespoons unsalted butter (28 grams), softened
  • ¼ cup pure maple syrup (60 ml) for glaze
  • 1 cup powdered sugar (120 grams), sifted
  • 2 tablespoons unsalted butter (28 grams), melted for glaze
  • ½ teaspoon vanilla extract
  • Pinch of salt

Instructions

  1. Warm milk to about 110°F (43°C). Stir yeast and a pinch of sugar into the milk. Let sit 5-7 minutes until foamy.
  2. Add sugar, salt, melted butter, and egg to yeast mixture. Stir to combine. Gradually add flour, mixing well.
  3. Knead dough on floured surface for 8-10 minutes until smooth and elastic.
  4. Shape dough into a ball, place in greased bowl, cover, and let rise in warm spot for about 1 hour until doubled.
  5. Cook bacon until crispy but pliable. Drain and chop. Mix softened butter, brown sugar, cinnamon, and maple syrup for filling.
  6. Punch down dough and roll out to 15×10 inches rectangle. Brush filling evenly over dough, then sprinkle bacon pieces.
  7. Roll dough tightly from long edge into a log. Pinch seam to seal. Cut into 12 equal slices about 1 inch thick.
  8. Place rolls cut side up in greased 9×13-inch baking dish. Cover loosely and let rise 30-40 minutes until puffy.
  9. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Bake rolls 25-30 minutes until golden and cooked through.
  10. While baking, whisk maple syrup, powdered sugar, melted butter, vanilla, and salt until smooth for glaze.
  11. Remove rolls from oven and immediately drizzle glaze over warm rolls. Serve warm.

Notes

Milk temperature is critical for yeast activation; avoid too hot or cold. Knead dough until smooth and elastic but not stiff. Let dough rise twice for best fluffiness. Watch baking time carefully to avoid undercooked centers or over-browning. Use parchment paper or silicone mats for easier rolling and cleanup. Dough can be prepared ahead and refrigerated overnight for fresher rolls in the morning.

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Keywords: savory cinnamon rolls, maple bacon rolls, sticky maple glaze, breakfast rolls, brunch recipe, sweet and salty rolls

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