Maple Bacon Cinnamon Rolls

These Maple Bacon Cinnamon Rolls are a decadent twist on the classic morning pastry. Soft, pillowy dough is wrapped around a rich cinnamon-sugar filling and crispy chopped bacon, then baked until golden and gooey. A generous drizzle of maple glaze adds a sweet finish that pairs perfectly with the salty, smoky bacon.

Whether you’re serving these for a holiday brunch, special weekend breakfast, or just to treat yourself, they always deliver the wow factor. The combination of sweet and savory makes every bite unforgettable. Bonus: your kitchen will smell like heaven while they bake.

Ingredients:

For the Dough:

• 1 cup warm milk (110°F / 45°C)
• 2 ¼ teaspoons (1 packet) active dry yeast
• 1/4 cup granulated sugar
• 1/3 cup unsalted butter, melted
• 2 large eggs
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 4 cups all-purpose flour

For the Filling:

• 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
• 3/4 cup brown sugar
• 2 tablespoons ground cinnamon
• 1/2 teaspoon nutmeg (optional)
• 8 slices cooked bacon, chopped

For the Maple Glaze:

• 1 ½ cups powdered sugar
• 3 tablespoons pure maple syrup
• 2–3 tablespoons milk (as needed for consistency)
• Pinch of salt

Directions:

1. In a large bowl, combine warm milk, yeast, and sugar. Let sit for 5–10 minutes until foamy.
2. Add melted butter, eggs, and salt. Mix in flour one cup at a time until dough forms. Knead for 5–7 minutes until smooth.
3. Transfer to a greased bowl, cover, and let rise for 1 hour or until doubled in size.
4. Roll dough out into a large rectangle (about 12×18 inches).
5. Spread softened butter over the surface. Mix brown sugar, cinnamon, and nutmeg, then sprinkle over butter. Top evenly with chopped bacon.
6. Roll up the dough tightly from the long side and slice into 12 equal rolls.
7. Place rolls in a greased 9×13-inch baking dish. Cover and let rise for another 30–45 minutes.
8. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Bake rolls for 22–25 minutes, until golden.
9. Whisk glaze ingredients until smooth. Drizzle over warm rolls and serve.

Prep Time: 25 minutes | Cooking Time: 25 minutes | Total Time: 2 hours (includes rising)
Kcal: 460 kcal | Servings: 12 rolls