Name: Bacon Wrapped Cinnamon Roll Bites
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Ingredients: 1 tube Cinnamon Rolls (Pillsbury Grands or similar); 2 TBSP Brown Sugar; 1 TBSP White Sugar; 1 TSP Cinnamon; Pinch Salt; 1/2 LB Bacon (regular cut)

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If you’re a bacon lover like me, these Bacon Wrapped Cinnamon Roll Bites are about to become your new favorite treat. I know that sounds dramatic, but come on - we’re wrapping gooey cinnamon rolls in crispy bacon. It’s the perfect combination of sweet, salty, chewy, and crispy. Whether you’re making them for brunch, a holiday morning, or just because, this is one of those foil boat ribs kind of recipes that feels way fancier than it really is.

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A package of hickory smoked bacon and a can of Pillsbury Grands! cinnamon rolls with cream cheese icing are placed side by side on a wooden surface.

This Bacon Wrapped Cinnamon Roll recipe reminds me of a crossover between cinnamon buns and bacon cinnamon rolls, and I’m not mad about it. The sweetness of the cinnamon roll mixed with the smoky richness of a piece of bacon hits every craving at once. And if you drizzle a little cream cheese icing over the top? Game over. Bacon Wrapped Cinnamon Rolls are out of this world delicious.

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Why You'll Love This Recipe

These bacon wrapped cinnamon roll bites come together with just a handful of simple ingredients and tools you already have.You can prep and cook bacon right alongside your cinnamon rolls in under 30 minutes. The final result is a golden brown, gooey, bacon-wrapped bite that looks impressive but couldn’t be easier to pull off. Your new go to will be Bacon Wrapped Cinnamon Roll bites

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Ingredients / Tools You’ll Need

1 tube Cinnamon Rolls (I usually grab Pillsbury Cinnamon Rolls or Pillsbury Grands)
2 tablespoon Brown Sugar
1 tablespoon White Sugar
1 teaspoon Cinnamon
Pinch of Salt
½ LB Bacon (regular cut - you’ll slice these into thirds)
Parchment Paper or Aluminum Foil
Baking Sheet
Wire Rack (optional)
Small Bowl
Paper Towel

Three pieces of bacon-wrapped cinnamon roll bites are placed on a patterned wooden cutting board.

Instructions

Preparation

Start by preheating your oven to 350°F. While that heats up, open the can of cinnamon rolls and separate dough into individual rolls. Slice each roll into 5 small bites - they should be about 2 inches long, and I like to fold them over once to help them hold their shape. This will make the perfect bite and size for the Bacon Wrapped Cinnamon Roll bites.

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Next, grab a small bowl and stir together your brown sugar, white sugar, cinnamon, and a pinch of salt. You’re building a crust of flavor here that brings out the sweetness of the cinnamon roll without making it too cloying. Take each bite-sized dough strip and roll it in the sugar mixture until it’s fully coated.

Four small glass bowls on a wooden surface, each containing a different ingredient: white granulated sugar, brown sugar, salt, and ground cinnamon.

Of course you can't have Bacon Wrapped Cinnamon Roll bites, without the bacon. Cut your long strips of bacon into thirds - I usually do this while it’s still cold from the fridge, which makes it easier to slice. Wrap each coated cinnamon bite with a piece of bacon and make sure the seam side is placed down when you place rolls on the baking sheet. If you want to go the extra mile, set a wire rack on top of an aluminum foil-lined baking sheet to allow any bacon grease to drip away and help everything crisp up evenly.

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Cooking

Pop the tray of bacon cinnamon roll bites in the hot oven and let those bacon cinnamon rolls bake for 25 to 30 minutes. You're looking for golden brown bacon and puffy, gooey cinnamon rolls that hold their shape. The smell alone while they bake is enough to make your whole kitchen feel like a brunch buffet.

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If you’re using a rack, some of the bacon grease will drip away, which is great. But if not, make sure you drain the bites on a paper towel after baking so you’re not biting into a grease bomb. Once they’ve cooled just a bit, drizzle the cream cheese icing that comes in the tube right over the top of the crispy bacon wrapped cinnamon roll bites.

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Serving Suggestions

The bacon wrapped cinnamon roll bites can be served anytime, for any meal or occasion. They’re perfect on a brunch board alongside eggs, fruit, and coffee, but honestly, I’ve eaten them standing over the baking sheet before they even made it to the table. They’re that addictive.

A baking tray with rows of bacon-wrapped snacks is placed inside an oven, with the oven door open and the tray positioned on the middle rack.

You could also pair them with a dipping bowl of extra cream cheese icing or even maple syrup if you want to lean into the sweet side. Whether you're sharing with a crowd or just treating yourself, the bacon wrapped cinnamon roll bites are best enjoyed warm.

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Recipe Notes & Pro Tips

Make sure to place bacon cinnamon roll bites with the bacon seam side down so they don’t unroll during baking.
Use regular cut bacon - thick cut takes too long to cook and can make the cinnamon roll dough overbake.
If you start with a cold oven, it’ll throw off the bake time - always heat oven first.
Let the bites cool a few minutes before icing - too hot and the icing just melts off completely.
You can even make your own cinnamon rolls if you’re feeling ambitious, but honestly, the canned stuff works perfectly here.

Eight bone-shaped pastries wrapped in bacon are arranged on a blue and white plate. The pastries are golden brown and sit on a wooden surface with a rustic background.

Variations

Swap out the icing for maple glaze or bourbon icing for an adult spin. Use your own cinnamon rolls if you’ve got a go-to homemade recipe. Sprinkle chopped pecans on top of the icing for crunch. If you're cooking a full pound of bacon, just double the dough and sugar mixture and go for it. Try adding a little cayenne to the sugar mixture for a spicy-sweet twist.

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This bacon wrapped cinnamon roll bites recipe hits that perfect combo of low effort, big flavor, and pure indulgence. It’s one of those crispy bacon cinnamon roll twists recipes that people will ask you about for weeks. Whether it’s brunch, a holiday morning, or just a Sunday snack, bacon wrapped cinnamon roll bites need to make it into your rotation.

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