Garlic Butter Bacon Rollups

These garlic butter bacon rollups are the ultimate party snack or game day treat When my family is craving something warm cheesy and packed with flavor these are always my go to They combine the smoky richness of bacon with melty cheddar and a buttery garlic finish all wrapped in soft golden dough

I remember making these for a last minute movie night and the warm aroma of garlic butter filled the kitchen Everyone reached for seconds and the plate was empty before the movie started

Ingredients

• Ground beef: brings savory depth and a hearty bite go for fresh ground beef with some fat for extra flavor
• Bacon: crumbled after crisping layers in smoky crunch use well cooked bacon for the best texture
• Shredded cheddar cheese: gives a gooey melt and tang freshly grated is always best for flavor and melting
• Crescent roll or pizza dough: wraps everything in pillowy bread refrigerated dough is a fantastic shortcut making prep easier
• Butter: melts for a glossy crispy finish unsalted allows more control over seasoning
• Garlic cloves: minced for bold fragrance and taste always use fresh garlic for maximum flavor
• Salt and black pepper: key for seasoning every layer always season ground beef generously
• Optional jalapenos: bring heat pickles add tang onions offer sweetness parsley for fresh color choose your favorites to personalize

Step-by-Step Instructions

Cook the Filling:

Brown ground beef in a skillet over medium heat season with salt and black pepper as it cooks Break it up and let most of the moisture evaporate Stir in crumbled bacon and set aside to cool just enough so it does not melt the cheese in the next step

Prepare the Dough:

Unroll your crescent or pizza dough onto a lightly floured surface Shape or press it gently into a rectangle about nine by thirteen inches keeping edges clean for sealing

Fill and Roll:

Spread the cooled beef and bacon mixture evenly over the dough Top with shredded cheddar Sprinkle your optional ingredients if desired Roll up tightly starting from the long side Keep the seam on the bottom to help seal

Slice and Arrange:

Cut the roll into one to one and a half inch rounds Carefully set each piece seam side down onto a parchment lined baking tray Make sure they have space to puff up while baking

Brush with Garlic Butter:

Melt butter and stir in minced garlic and chopped parsley if using Brush a generous layer all over the tops so every bite is infused with rich garlic flavor

Bake to Perfection:

Heat the oven to three hundred seventy five degrees Fahrenheit or one hundred ninety Celsius Bake for fifteen to eighteen minutes or until the tops are golden brown and you see bubbles of cheese

Serve Warm:

Let the rollups rest five minutes before serving This helps them hold together Serve with your favorite dipping sauces and enjoy

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My favorite part is always the cheesy center I love adding a sprinkle of fresh parsley for color and one time my daughter insisted on stuffing pickles in her share which turned out so good we now always have a pickle batch

Storage Tips

To keep leftovers fresh store cooled rollups in an airtight container in the refrigerator for three to four days To reheat bake in an oven at three hundred fifty degrees until warmed through or pop into the air fryer for a few minutes This brings back their crispiness much better than microwaving

Ingredient Substitutions

You can swap ground beef for ground turkey or use spicy sausage for a bolder flavor Both crescent roll and pizza dough work and even homemade bread dough if you want to go from scratch For a different cheese try Monterey Jack or pepper jack for a spicy kick

Serving Suggestions

Serve these with classic condiments like ketchup barbecue sauce or ranch They pair perfectly with a crisp salad or alongside soup for a casual dinner For gatherings offer a platter with a variety of dipping sauces to let everyone customize

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Cultural Context

Rollups like these are a playful take on classic pinwheel appetizers popular at parties across the US Combining familiar comfort ingredients in a new form makes them both nostalgic and fresh at the same time My family started enjoying these as a weekend treat but they now have a place at nearly every celebration

Frequently Asked Questions

→ Can I use different meats?

Yes, you can substitute ground turkey or spicy sausage for the ground beef if you prefer.

→ What dipping sauces pair well?

Try ranch dressing, honey mustard, barbecue sauce, or spicy aioli to complement the flavors.

→ How can I make these rollups ahead?

Assemble the rollups and refrigerate them before baking. When ready, bake as directed for fresh flavor and texture.

→ Can these be frozen and reheated?

Absolutely. Bake the rollups, then cool and freeze. Reheat in the oven or air fryer until heated through and crisp.

→ Are there vegetarian options?

Try swapping the ground beef and bacon for a seasoned plant-based crumble and sautéed vegetables for a meat-free version.