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Ingredients
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Dough
Filling
Cream Cheese Frosting
Bacon Jam
Method
Dough Preparation
- 1
Prepare the Dough
In a large mixing bowl, combine all-purpose flour, granulated sugar, instant yeast, and salt. Mix well.
- 2
Warm the Milk and Butter
In a small saucepan, heat milk and unsalted butter until warm (not boiling). Remove from heat and let cool slightly.
- 3
- 4
Knead the Dough
Knead the dough on a floured surface for about 5-7 minutes until smooth and elastic.
- 5
Let the Dough Rise
Place the dough in a greased bowl, cover with a cloth, and let it rise in a warm place for about 1 hour or until doubled in size.
Filling Preparation
- 6
Prepare the Filling
In a medium bowl, combine brown sugar and ground cinnamon.
- 7
Roll Out the Dough
Once the dough has risen, roll it out on a floured surface into a rectangle shape (about 16x24 inches).
- 8
Add Filling
Spread softened unsalted butter over the dough, then sprinkle the cinnamon sugar mixture on top.
- 9
Roll the Dough
Carefully roll the dough from the long side to form a log. Cut into 12 rolls.
- 10
Second Rise
Place the rolls in a greased baking dish, cover, and let rise for another 30-45 minutes.
Baking
- 11
Preheat Oven
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- 12
Bake the Rolls
Bake the rolls for 20-25 minutes or until golden brown.
Cream Cheese Frosting
- 13
Prepare the Frosting
In a mixing bowl, beat the cream cheese and unsalted butter until smooth.
- 14
Add Sugar and Vanilla
Gradually add powdered sugar and vanilla extract, mixing until well combined and fluffy.
Bacon Jam Preparation
- 15
Cook the Bacon
In a large skillet, cook the bacon over medium heat until crispy. Remove and drain on paper towels, then chop.
- 16
- 17
Combine Ingredients
Add chopped bacon, brown sugar, apple cider vinegar, and black pepper to the skillet. Stir and cook until the sugar has dissolved and the mixture thickens.
Assembly
- 18
Frost the Rolls
Once the cinnamon rolls are baked and slightly cooled, spread the cream cheese frosting over the top.
- 19
Top with Bacon Jam
Finally, add a generous spoonful of bacon jam on top of the frosted rolls before serving.
