Decadent Breakfast Bacon Bombs with Maple Bacon Drizzle
Kickstart your morning with these irresistible breakfast bacon bombs, loaded with cheese and sausage, drizzled with maple bacon glaze.
Recipe Overview
Kickstart your morning with these irresistible breakfast bacon bombs, loaded with cheese and sausage, drizzled with maple bacon glaze.
Ingredients
- • Thick-cut bacon: 12 slices
- • Breakfast sausage links: 6
- • Crescent roll dough: 1 tube (8 oz)
- • Sharp cheddar cheese, shredded: 1 cup
- • Cream cheese, softened: 4 oz
- • Maple syrup: 1/4 cup
- • Brown sugar: 2 tablespoons
- • Dijon mustard: 1 tablespoon
Instructions
- 1 Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper for easy cleanup.
- 2 Cook the bacon in a large skillet over medium heat until crispy. Remove from the skillet and drain on paper towels. Reserve 2 tablespoons of bacon drippings.
- 3 In the same skillet, cook the sausage links until browned and cooked through. Remove and let cool slightly before chopping into small pieces.
- 4 In a mixing bowl, combine the softened cream cheese, shredded cheddar, and chopped sausage. Mix well until evenly combined.
- 5 Unroll the crescent roll dough and separate into triangles. Place a spoonful of the cheese and sausage mixture in the center of each triangle.
- 6 Wrap each triangle around the filling, pinching the edges to seal, to form a small ball. Wrap each ball with a slice of cooked bacon.
- 7 Arrange the bacon-wrapped balls seam-side down on the prepared baking sheet. Bake for 15-20 minutes or until golden brown and the cheese is melted.
- 8 While the bombs are baking, prepare the maple bacon drizzle by combining the reserved bacon drippings, maple syrup, brown sugar, and Dijon mustard in a small saucepan. Simmer over low heat for 3-5 minutes until slightly thickened.
- 9 Drizzle the warm maple bacon glaze over the freshly baked breakfast bombs before serving.
Serving Suggestions
- • For a complete breakfast experience, pair these indulgent breakfast bacon bombs with a fresh fruit salad or a side of scrambled eggs. The sweetness of the maple glaze perfectly complements the savory flavors, so serve with a cup of freshly brewed coffee or a tall glass of orange juice. If you're hosting a brunch, consider presenting the bacon bombs on a platter alongside other breakfast favorites like crispy hash browns or buttery croissants to create an inviting spread that will delight your guests.
Storage Tips
Store any leftover bacon bombs in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. To reheat, place them in a preheated oven at 350°F (175°C) for about 10 minutes or until warmed through. Avoid microwaving, as this can cause the pastry to become soggy. For longer storage, you can freeze the uncooked bacon bombs. Assemble as directed, then freeze on a baking sheet until solid before transferring to a freezer-safe bag. When ready to bake, add an extra 5-10 minutes to the cooking time, baking directly from frozen.
