Best 11 Bacon Buns Recipes

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In the realm of culinary creations, where flavors dance upon the palate and aromas fill the air with savory allure, lies a delectable treat that captivates the senses - the bacon bun. A symphony of textures and tastes, this culinary delight combines the crispy crunch of bacon with the soft and fluffy embrace of a perfectly baked bun. Whether you're a seasoned chef seeking inspiration or a home cook yearning for a taste of greatness, embark on a journey to discover the secrets of crafting the ultimate bacon bun. This comprehensive guide will lead you through the steps of selecting the finest ingredients, mastering the art of bacon preparation, and assembling this savory masterpiece. Prepare to tantalize your taste buds as you explore the world of bacon buns and unlock the secrets to creating a dish that will leave you craving more.

Here are our top 11 tried and tested recipes!

BACON CHEESEBURGER BUNS



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This is a fun way to serve bacon cheeseburgers without all the fuss of assembling the sandwiches to serve a gang. These convenient packets can be dipped into ketchup or barbecue sauce as you eat them. -Marjorie Miller, Haven, Kansas

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 1h10m

Yield 2 dozen.

Number Of Ingredients 18

2 packages (1/4 ounce each) active dry yeast
2/3 cup warm water (110° to 115°)
2/3 cup warm 2% milk (110° to 115°)
1/4 cup sugar
1/4 cup shortening
2 large eggs, room temperature
2 teaspoons salt
4-1/2 to 5 cups all-purpose flour
FILLING:
1 pound sliced bacon, diced
2 pounds ground beef
1 small onion, chopped
1-1/2 teaspoons salt
1/2 teaspoon pepper
1 pound process cheese (Velveeta), cubed
3 to 4 tablespoons butter, melted
Ketchup or barbecue sauce, optional
Sesame seeds, optional

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, dissolve yeast in warm water. Add milk, sugar, shortening, eggs, salt and 3-1/2 cups flour; beat until smooth. Stir in enough remaining flour to form a soft dough., Turn onto a floured surface; knead until smooth and elastic, 6-8 minutes. Place in a greased bowl, turning once to grease top. Cover and let rise in a warm place until doubled, about 1 hour. , Meanwhile, in a large skillet, cook bacon over medium heat until crisp. Using a slotted spoon, remove to paper towels. In a Dutch oven, cook the beef, onion, salt and pepper over medium heat until meat is no longer pink; drain. Add bacon and cheese; cook and stir until cheese is melted. Remove from the heat., Preheat oven to 400°. Punch dough down. Turn onto a lightly floured surface; divide into fourths. Roll each portion into an 12x8-in. rectangle; cut each into six squares. Place 1/4 cup meat mixture in the center of each square. Bring corners together in the center and pinch to seal. , Place 2 in. apart on greased baking sheets. Bake until lightly browned, 9-11 minutes. Brush with butter. If desired, sprinkle with sesame seeds. Serve warm, with ketchup if desired.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 310 calories, Fat 17g fat (7g saturated fat), Cholesterol 68mg cholesterol, Sodium 720mg sodium, Carbohydrate 22g carbohydrate (4g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 16g protein.

BACON BUNS



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Mary Ann Simkus, Hampshire, Illinois

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Breakfast     Brunch

Time 45m

Yield 1-1/2 dozen.

Number Of Ingredients 4

10 bacon strips, diced
1/3 cup chopped onion
1 package (16 ounces) hot roll mix
1 egg, lightly beaten

Steps:

  • In a skillet, cook bacon and onion over medium heat until bacon is crisp and onion is tender; drain on paper towels., Prepare roll mix according to package directions. Turn the dough onto a floured surface; knead until smooth and elastic, about 5 minutes. Place in a greased bowl, turning once to grease top. Cover and let rise in a warm place until doubled, about 40 minutes., Divide dough into 18 pieces. On a floured surface, roll out each piece into a 5-in. circle. Top each with 1 tablespoon of bacon filling. Fold dough around filling, shaping each piece into a small loaf; pinch edges to seal. Place seam side down on greased baking sheets. Cover loosely with plastic wrap coated with cooking spray. Let rise in a warm place for 20-30 minutes., Brush egg over buns. Bake at 350° for 20-25 minutes or until golden brown. Remove from pans to wire racks. Serve warm. Refrigerate leftovers.

Nutrition Facts :

PECAN STICKY BUNS WITH BACON CARAMEL



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Provided by Trisha Yearwood

Time 1h35m

Yield 12 buns

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 pound bacon
1 1/2 cups packed light brown sugar
1/4 cup pure maple syrup
1/4 cup heavy cream
1/4 teaspoon kosher salt
4 tablespoons unsalted butter
One 17.25-ounce box puff pastry
1 tablespoon ground cinnamon
1 1/2 cups chopped pecans

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F. Place a 12-cup muffin tin on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper. Line 2 additional baking sheets with aluminum foil.
  • Lay the bacon slices on the baking sheets lined with foil. Bake until almost crispy, but not quite done, about 18 minutes. Remove the bacon to a paper towel-lined plate. Pour the bacon fat into a small pot. Once the bacon is cool, crumble into small pieces.
  • Place the pot over medium-low heat. Add 1 cup brown sugar and cook, whisking frequently, until the sugar is dissolved, about 3 minutes. (The mixture will look granular.) Slowly stream in the maple syrup and whisk vigorously as the mixture begins to bubble. Once syrup comes together, add the cream and kosher salt. Remove from the heat and whisk until all of the cream is incorporated. Reserve until ready to use.
  • Melt the butter in a small saucepan over medium-low heat. Unfold both sheets of puff pastry and arrange the sheets so that the fold lines run parallel to the counter edge. Generously brush the sheets with the melted butter. Combine the remaining 1/2 cup brown sugar with the cinnamon in a small bowl. Sprinkle the sugar mixture evenly over the buttered sheets. Sprinkle 1/2 cup crumbled bacon and some of the chopped pecans over the pastry. Gentle press the bacon and nuts into the sugar mixture with your palms. Roll the pastry away from you, forming 2 tight logs. Use a serrated knife to cut each log into 6 equal pieces.
  • Pour 1 tablespoon of the bacon caramel into each muffin cup. Sprinkle with 1 tablespoon each crumbled bacon and chopped pecans. Place sticky buns cut-side into caramel in each muffin cup and gently press down, maintaining the round shape.
  • Bake until the caramel bubbles and the buns are deeply golden brown, about 35 minutes. Work quickly to release the sides of the buns from the muffin cups, using a small knife. Carefully invert the muffin tin onto another baking sheet. Spoon any caramel that remains in the muffin tin over the buns. Serve immediately.

CHEESY BACON BREAKFAST BUNS



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These savory buns-think cinnamon rolls, but with cheese and bacon instead of a sweet sugary filling, are the perfect solution to those few pieces of leftover cooked bacon hanging out in the fridge. You can prep the dry mix up to one month ahead of time, and store it in a container at room temperature. Just give it a shake before using to re-mix the ingredients.

Provided by Jennifer Perillo

Time 45m

Yield 8 servings

Number Of Ingredients 9

2 cups all-purpose flour, plus more for rolling out dough
1 tablespoon granulated sugar
1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
1/2 teaspoon baking soda
1/2 teaspoon sea salt
1 cup buttermilk
8 tablespoons (1 stick) butter, melted
1 1/2 cups shredded Monterey Jack
6 slices cooked bacon, finely chopped

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 425 degrees F.
  • To make the dough, whisk together the flour, sugar, baking powder, baking soda and salt in a deep bowl.
  • In a separate bowl or measuring cup, whisk together the buttermilk and 6 tablespoons of the melted butter. Pour over the dry ingredients, and stir together with a wooden spoon until it forms a shaggy dough.
  • Dump the dough onto a lightly floured surface. Using your fingertips, gently press the dough out into a 12-by-8-inch rectangle. Sprinkle the cheese on top, leaving a 1/4-inch border. Evenly sprinkle the bacon over the cheese. Roll the dough into a log, starting from the longest (12-inch) side nearest you. Pinch the ends closed. Cut into 8 equal pieces.
  • Using a pastry brush, use 1 tablespoon of the butter to coat the bottom and sides of an 8-inch round cake pan. Arrange the rolls, cut-side down, in the pan. Gently press them down with your fingertips to flatten slightly. Brush the tops of the buns with the remaining melted butter.
  • Bake until golden brown and the cheese is bubbly, 23 to 25 minutes. Cool in the pan for 5 minutes before serving.

BACON, CHEESE AND CHIVE BUNS



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These bacon-filled savory rolls are perfect for brunch. They can be baked a day ahead, refrigerated and reheated.

Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Categories     side-dish

Time 8h

Yield 12 buns

Number Of Ingredients 18

1/2 cup whole milk
2 1/4 teaspoons active dry yeast (one 1/4-ounce package)
2 tablespoons sugar
4 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted, plus more for the bowl and plastic wrap
1 large egg yolk
2 3/4 cups all-purpose flour, plus more for the work surface
1 teaspoon kosher salt
5 slices bacon, cut into 1/4-inch pieces
2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
3/4 cup milk
1 large egg yolk
1 cup shredded Cheddar
2 tablespoons chopped fresh chives
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
2 tablespoons unsalted butter, at room temperature, for the pan
4 tablespoons unsalted butter, at room temperature
2 tablespoons chopped fresh chives
2 tablespoons grated Parmesan

Steps:

  • For the dough: Warm the milk and 1/2 cup water in a medium saucepan over low heat until it is about 100 degrees F (but no more than 110 degrees F). Remove the saucepan from the heat, and sprinkle the yeast over the the liquid. Sprinkle a pinch of the sugar over the top, and set aside without stirring until foamy, about 5 minutes. Then whisk in the butter and egg yolk.
  • Whisk together the flour, remaining sugar and salt in a large bowl. Make a well in the center, and stir in the yeast mixture with a wooden spoon until you have a thick and slightly sticky dough. Turn the dough onto a floured work surface, and knead until soft and elastic, about 6 minutes. Shape the dough into a ball.
  • Brush the inside of a large bowl with butter. Add the dough ball, turning to coat lightly. Cover the bowl with plastic wrap, trace a circle the size of the dough ball on the plastic and note the time. Let the dough rise in a warm place until doubled in size, about 1 hour 30 minutes.
  • Turn the dough out of the bowl, and knead briefly to release excess air; re-form it into a ball, and return it to the bowl. Lightly butter a large piece of plastic wrap, and lay it on the dough. Cover the entire bowl tightly with the rest of the plastic, and refrigerate for 4 hours or overnight to let the dough proof.
  • For the filling: Cook the bacon in a large nonstick skillet over medium heat until browned and crisp, about 5 minutes. Transfer the bacon to a small bowl, and remove all but 1 tablespoon of the fat from the skillet. Return the skillet to medium heat. Whisk the flour into the bacon fat, and cook, whisking, until light brown, about 1 minute. Slowly whisk in the milk, and continue whisking until thickened, about 1 minute more. Transfer the mixture to a medium bowl, add the egg yolk, Cheddar, chives, cooked bacon, 1/2 teaspoon salt and a few grinds of pepper and stir to combine. Let cool completely. (The filling will firm up a bit, but if it's too warm, it will be difficult to form the buns.)
  • To fill and form the buns: Butter a 9-by-13-inch baking pan with 2 tablespoons softened butter. Turn the dough onto a floured work surface, and press it flat. Roll it into a 10-by-18-inch rectangle, with a long edge facing you. Spread the filling evenly over the dough, leaving a 1-inch border on the side opposite you. Starting from the side facing you, roll the dough up into a tight roll. Lightly brush the 1-inch border with water, and continue rolling to seal the roll. Fold the ends in just a bit, and if any spots look thicker than others, even out the roll with your hands.
  • Cut the roll every 1 1/2 inches with a serrated knife, to make 12 buns. Place the buns cut-side down (except for the end pieces) in the prepared pan, spacing them 1 inch apart. Cover the buns loosely with plastic wrap, and set aside in a warm place to rise until the buns double in size, leaving no gaps in between, 1 hour 30 minutes to 2 hours.
  • For the topping: Stir the butter, chives and Parmesan in a small bowl; set aside.
  • Position an oven rack in the center of the oven, and preheat to 350 degrees F. Bake the buns until they're golden brown and the tops spring back when pressed lightly, 25 to 30 minutes. Spread the topping evenly over the buns, and return them to the oven for 5 minutes more. Let them cool in the pan for 10 minutes before serving.

EASY BACON AND CHEESE BUNS!



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I have this on hand on a busy weekend, fast and easy just a few minutes under the broiler and you have a hot and tasty lunch or snack.

Provided by Calee

Categories     Lunch/Snacks

Time 18m

Yield 12 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 5

1 cup Hellmann's mayonnaise
1 cup Cheese Whiz
1/4 teaspoon dry mustard
1/2 lb bacon (more or less)
6 -8 kaiser rolls

Steps:

  • Chop bacon into small pieces. Fry until crisp, drain and place on paper towel. COOL well, break into bite size pieces.
  • Mix together mayonnaise and Cheese Whiz, mustard mix until well blended, add cooled bacon.
  • Split kaiser buns in half and spread mixture on top, place on baking sheet and place under broiler for 2-3 minutes or until browned and bubbly.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 307.6, Fat 20.9, SaturatedFat 6.8, Cholesterol 34.5, Sodium 812.2, Carbohydrate 21.9, Fiber 0.7, Sugar 3.2, Protein 7.8

GRAMPA RAY'S BACON BUNS



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Provided by Food Network

Categories     side-dish

Time 3h15m

Yield 72 pieces

Number Of Ingredients 12

1/2-pound lean bacon
1 small onion, optional
2 pounds ham
2 cups milk
1/2-pound (2 sticks) butter
1/2 cup sugar
1 teaspoon salt
1 package dry yeast
5 eggs
6 cups all-purpose flour, plus up to 1 cup more if dough seems really sticky
1 egg yolk
1 tablespoon water

Steps:

  • Filling: Chop bacon into small pieces; fry until crisp and drain off the fat. If adding onion, chop finely and cook with the bacon. Chop ham into small pieces. Combine ham with bacon mixture and grind in meat grinder or food processor. Cool in refrigerator. This may be done 2 to 3 days in advance. This mixture also freezes well.
  • Dough: Heat milk in a saucepan. Add butter to melt. Add sugar and salt and cool. Dissolve yeast in 1/2 cup of this liquid until yeast is activated, about 5 minutes. Beat 5 eggs slightly and add to remaining milk and butter mixture; blend and add to the yeast mixture. Add flour and use a dough hook to mix in a standing mixer for at least 5 minutes. Place in a greased bowl until doubled in size. Punch down and let rise until doubled again.
  • Roll out dough on a floured board to 1/8-inch thickness. Use a 4-inch round cutter or a clean tin can to cut the dough. In each circle place a lump of filling in the center, close the dough over, pinch all corners together, seal, and turn over so that seam is on bottom. Place on a baking sheet in rows. Let rise until doubled.
  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F.
  • Combine egg yolk and water in a small bowl and brush over top. Bake for 15 minutes.

LITHUANIAN BACON BUNS -- BRANDELES SU LASINIALS



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This recipe in the early 80's,was given to me from Olga. My Lithuanian friend. A wonderful cook,and a great neighbor. She made these quite often, and would always bring over a few buns to share with me ! I sure do miss her cooking,!! 10/9/2011

Provided by Nancy J. Patrykus

Categories     Other Breads

Time 1h20m

Number Of Ingredients 12

4 1/2 c flour
1 c milk
2 eggs, beaten
2 Tbsp sugar
1 oz cake, compressed yeast
1/2 tsp salt
1/4 c salad oil or shortening
1 lb bacon, cut up small, lightly fried and drained.
1/4 lb ham, cut up fine or ground
1/2 a small onion, cut up very fine
1 egg
dash(es) of pepper

Steps:

  • 1. Filling: Mix well together the last5 ingredients. Set aside' Soften yeast and a small amount of flour and water. Let rise a little. Add milk, beaten eggs, shortening,salt and sugar. Gradually stir in flour to form a soft dough. Beat vigorously, cover and let rise in a warm place till double in size. Knead for 2 minutes. Let rise a second time. Roll out 1/4 inch thick. Use a glass to cut and shape buns to size.
  • 2. Put i Tablespoon of filling in each circle and seal edges with a little water . Let rise again for 15 minutes on a greased pan. Brush tops with beaten raw egg and bake in a375 oven for 25 minutes.. Makes 2 dozen.

HOMEMADE BUNS FOR BACON CHEESEBURGERS



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Use this recipe for homemade hamburger buns any time you grill out. They're perfect with Joey Campanaro's Bacon Cheeseburgers.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Breakfast & Brunch Recipes     Bread Recipes

Yield Makes about 1 dozen

Number Of Ingredients 5

3 cups warm water
4 tablespoons molasses
1/4 ounce fresh yeast
3 tablespoons olive oil
8 cups all-purpose flour, plus more for work surface

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, mix together water, molasses, yeast, and oil until yeast has dissolved. Slowly add flour, mixing until a dough forms. Turn dough out onto a lightly floured work surface; knead until smooth, about 30 seconds.
  • Return dough to bowl and cover with plastic wrap, pressing plastic wrap onto the surface of the dough. Let stand in a warm place until doubled in size, about 30 minutes.
  • Preheat oven to 400 degrees; line two baking sheets with parchment paper and set aside. Divide dough evenly into 12 pieces and roll into balls. Place balls of dough on prepared baking sheet about 2 inches apart and cover with plastic wrap; let stand in a warm place until doubled in size.
  • Fill a spray bottle with cold water and generously moisten each ball of dough. Transfer to oven and bake until brown, about 20 minutes. Let cool completely on baking sheets.

BACON CHEDDAR BREAKFAST BUNS



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These are to die for. Turning a basic white bread recipe into something deliciously rewarding. What's not to love: bacon, ranch, cheese, green onions and warm bread. You can do everything the night before and just bake the next morning.

Provided by lilsweetie

Categories     Yeast Breads

Time 21m

Yield 12 rolls, 12 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 13

1 cup warm milk
1 tablespoon sugar
2 1/4 teaspoons active dry yeast
2 tablespoons bacon grease or 2 tablespoons melted butter
3 cups flour
1 1/2 teaspoons salt
1 tablespoon garlic powder
2 tablespoons dried oregano
1/4 cup ranch dressing
12 slices bacon, cooked and chopped, grease reserved
1 cup grated sharp cheddar cheese
3/4 chopped green onion
parmesan cheese, for sprinkling

Steps:

  • Pour the warm milk into a mixing bowl and dissolve sugar in milk. Cool to 110 degrees F then the yeast. When the yeast is foamy, add the bacon grease/butter and 2 1/2 cups of flour and the salt and spices. Mix together and then add remaining 1/2 cup of flour if needed to form a soft, slightly sticky dough.
  • Knead the dough for 3 to 4 minutes, until it begins to behave as if it belonged together. Let it rest while you clean and grease the bowl. Continue kneading a further 3 to 4 minutes, until the dough feels smooth and springy. Let the dough rise until doubled (1 to 2 hours).
  • Punch down and roll it out into a large rectangle, about 1/2 inch thick.
  • Spread with ranch dressing and sprinkle with bacon, cheddar and green onions. Roll up tightly, pinch seam to seal and cut into 12 equal pieces. Arrange in a greased 9x13 inch baking dish. Cover and let rise until almost doubled (45 minutes to 1 hour at room temp or overnight in fridge). ***If you are doing the overnight rise, take them out in the morning to bring to room temperature 15 minutes before you preheat the oven.
  • Just before baking, sprinkle the buns with parmesan cheese. Bake at 350 degrees F for 35 to 40 minutes or until nicely browned.
  • SHORTCUT: Use pre-made white bread dough and start with step 3, rolling otu the dough and filling it.

BACON ONION BUNS



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Make and share this Bacon Onion Buns recipe from Food.com.

Provided by roscoe777

Categories     Lunch/Snacks

Time 2h

Yield 12 buns

Number Of Ingredients 14

1 cup milk
1/2 cup unsalted butter
1/4 cup sugar
1 teaspoon salt
1 (1/4 ounce) package yeast
1/4 cup warm water
2 eggs, beaten
4 cups all-purpose flour
1 lb bacon, brunoise
1 yellow onion, brunoise
1/4 lb deli ham, brunoise
1 cup idaho russet potato, brunoise, steamed
1/2 cup red bell pepper, brunoise
1/2 teaspoon black pepper

Steps:

  • Heat milk, butter, sugar and salt until butter melts; cool. Soften yeast in warm water; add to milk mixture with beaten eggs. Gradually add flour, mixing to make a soft dough. Turn out onto a floured surface and know until smoothand elastic, about 10 minutes. Grease a mixing bowl and place dough in it, turning to grease the top. Cover and let rise in a warm place until it doubles in size, about an hour.
  • saute bacon until fat is rendered. Remove bacon and drain. Pour off all but a little fat. Saute onions and cook until tender. Combine onions, bacon, ham, potatoes, bell peppers and pepper; set aside.
  • Punch down dough; divide in half. Roll half of dough to 1/4 inch thickness; cut into 4 ot 5 inch circles. Put bacon filling in center; brush edges with water. Fold in half and seal edges. Place on a greased cookie sheet. Repeat until all dough and filling are used. Beat 1 egg yolk with a little bit of water. Brush on top of buns. Cut slits in top, let rise for 20 minutes.
  • Bake at 375F for 20 to 25 minutes or until golden brown.

Tips:

  • Use a good quality bacon. This will make a big difference in the flavor of your buns.
  • Cook the bacon until it is crispy. This will help to render out the fat and make the bacon more flavorful.
  • Don't overcrowd the pan when cooking the bacon. This will prevent the bacon from cooking evenly.
  • Let the bacon cool slightly before chopping it. This will make it easier to chop and will prevent it from crumbling.
  • Use a sharp knife to chop the bacon. This will help to get even pieces.
  • Don't overmix the dough. Overmixing will make the buns tough.
  • Let the dough rise in a warm place. This will help the buns to rise properly.
  • Bake the buns until they are golden brown. This will ensure that they are cooked through.
  • Let the buns cool slightly before serving. This will make them easier to handle.

Conclusion:

Bacon buns are a delicious and easy-to-make snack or meal. They are perfect for parties, potlucks, or simply enjoying at home. With a few simple ingredients and a little bit of time, you can create these tasty treats that are sure to be a hit with everyone. So next time you are looking for something to satisfy your bacon craving, give bacon buns a try. You won't be disappointed!

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