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Bourbon Maple Bacon Cinnamon Rolls

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Decadent cinnamon rolls filled with candied bacon and topped with bourbon-infused cream cheese frosting.

Ingredients

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

Instructions

  1. Make the Candied Bacon: Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Lay out bacon strips on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper. Mix brown sugar, maple syrup, bourbon, and cracked black pepper in a bowl. Brush the mixture over the bacon and bake for 15-20 minutes until crispy. Allow to cool.
  2. Prepare the Dough: In a bowl, combine 1/4 cup flour and water, heating until a thick paste forms (Tangzhong). In another bowl, mix yeast, granulated sugar, salt, and remaining flour. After the Tangzhong cools, combine with milk, egg, and butter. Add to dry ingredients to form dough.
  3. Knead the Dough: Transfer dough to a floured surface and knead for 8-10 minutes until smooth. Place in a greased bowl, cover, and let rise until doubled, about 1 hour.
  4. Roll Out the Dough: Once risen, punch down the dough and roll into a rectangle, about 1/2 inch thick.
  5. Add the Filling: Spread 1/2 cup softened butter over dough. Mix light brown sugar and cinnamon, then sprinkle over butter. Scatter candied bacon on top.
  6. Roll and Cut: Starting from one edge, roll the dough tightly into a log. Slice into 1-inch pieces and place in a greased baking pan, cut side up.
  7. Second Rise: Cover with a kitchen towel and let rise for 30-45 minutes until puffy.
  8. Bake the Rolls: Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Bake for 25-30 minutes until golden brown.
  9. Make the Cream Cheese Frosting: Whisk cream cheese, powdered sugar, maple syrup, and bourbon until smooth.
  10. Frost and Garnish: After rolls cool for 10 minutes, drizzle cream cheese frosting on top and add extra candied bacon.

Notes

These rolls are best enjoyed fresh but can be stored in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2 days. For longer storage, freeze individually and reheat in the oven before serving.

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