Air-Fryer Bourbon Bacon Cinnamon Rolls

Total Time:Prep: 25 min. + marinating Cook: 10 min./batch

By Taste Of Home Editorial Team

Recipe by shannen casey, Citrus Heights, California

Tested by Taste of Home Test Kitchen

Updated on Jun. 27, 2023

This recipe is the perfect combination of savory and sweet. The bourbon-soaked bacon adds a smoky, savory, bold taste to the cinnamon rolls. The ginger and pecan topping makes for a crunchy, spicy finish. —Shannen Casey, Citrus Heights, California


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  • In our testing, we have found cook times vary dramatically between brands of air fryers. As a result, we have given wider than normal ranges on suggested cook times. Begin checking at the first time listed and adjust as needed.
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    Air-Fryer Bourbon Bacon Cinnamon Rolls

    Yield:8 rolls
    Prep:25 min
    Cook:10 min

    Ingredients

    • 8 bacon strips
    • 3/4 cup bourbon
    • 1 tube (12.4 ounces) refrigerated cinnamon rolls with icing
    • 1/2 cup chopped pecans
    • 2 tablespoons maple syrup
    • 1 teaspoon minced fresh gingerroot
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    Directions

    1. Place bacon in a shallow dish; add bourbon. Seal and refrigerate overnight. Remove bacon and pat dry; discard bourbon.
    2. In a large skillet, cook bacon in batches over medium heat until nearly crisp but still pliable. Remove to paper towels to drain. Discard all but 1 teaspoon drippings.
    3. Preheat air fryer to 350°. Separate dough into 8 rolls, reserving icing packet. Unroll spiral rolls into long strips; pat dough to form 6x1-in. strips. Place 1 bacon strip on each strip of dough, trimming bacon as needed; reroll, forming a spiral. Pinch ends to seal. Repeat with remaining dough. Place 4 rolls on ungreased tray in air-fryer basket; cook 5 minutes. Turn rolls over and cook until golden brown, about 4 minutes.
    4. Meanwhile, combine pecans and maple syrup. In another bowl, stir ginger together with contents of icing packet. In same skillet, heat remaining bacon drippings over medium heat. Add pecan mixture; cook, stirring frequently, until lightly toasted, 2-3 minutes.
    5. Drizzle half the icing over warm cinnamon rolls; top with half the pecans. Repeat to make a second batch.
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