Few things are more satisfying than pulling apart a warm, gooey loaf of bread filled with crispy bacon and dripping with maple glaze. This Pull-Apart Loaf with Maple Bacon is exactly that – a crowd-pleasing treat that hits all the right notes: salty, sweet, smoky, and buttery.
Perfect for brunch, game day gatherings, or holiday mornings, this loaf looks impressive but comes together easily. Imagine layers of soft dough brushed with butter, sprinkled with chopped crispy bacon, and kissed with maple syrup. As it bakes, the layers puff and caramelize, creating a golden-brown crust on the outside while remaining fluffy and flavorful inside.
The key to making this loaf irresistible is the combination of quality ingredients. Use thick-cut bacon for maximum flavor and texture, and real maple syrup – the kind that adds deep, earthy sweetness rather than just sugar. You can use store-bought biscuit dough or pizza dough for ease, or make your own if you’re feeling ambitious.
Once baked, the loaf is brushed with a bit more warm maple syrup and a final scattering of bacon pieces. Every slice pulls away with a sticky-sweet coating, a buttery base, and little pockets of smoky bacon goodness. It’s the kind of dish that disappears fast, so don’t be surprised if your guests ask for seconds – or the recipe.
To customize your loaf, consider adding a sprinkle of shredded cheddar or chopped pecans between the layers for an extra flavor boost. It’s incredibly versatile, and it works just as well as a savory side as it does a sweet breakfast centerpiece.
Best served warm, straight from the oven, this pull-apart loaf is comfort food at its finest. Whether you’re hosting friends or just treating yourself, this maple bacon bread is guaranteed to make the moment more delicious.

Ingredients
- 1 loaf bread dough
- 6 slices bacon
- 2 tbsp maple syrup
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Cook the bacon slices in a skillet over medium heat until crispy. Remove from the skillet and chop into small pieces.
- Roll out the loaf of bread dough into a rectangle shape.
- Spread the chopped bacon over the dough, then drizzle with maple syrup.
- Roll up the dough tightly, starting from one long side. Pinch the seam to seal.
- Using a sharp knife, slice the rolled dough into 1-inch thick pieces.
- Place the dough slices in a greased baking dish, arranging them close together.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 30-40 minutes, until the loaf is golden brown and cooked through.
- Remove from the oven and let cool slightly before serving.
- Enjoy the delicious pull-apart loaf with maple bacon!
Bacon in bread? Sounds interesting, but is it healthy? I think not. 😂
Easy and tasty! Perfect for brunch. Please make more recipes like this! 🍽️👍🏻
Why would you add maple syrup with bacon? Seems weird. 🤔
Maple and bacon is a classic combo! It adds sweetness to the salty bacon. Give it a try! 😊
I made this and it was a major hit at the party! Everyone loved it, thanks for the recipe!
Super easy and fun! My kids helped make it and had a blast! Will do it again.
Never tried making bread before. This seems easy, I hope it don’t burn!
I dunno, looks kinda hard. What if it rises too much or something? Just be careful, okay?
Making bread is actually really fun! Don’t worry, just keep an eye on it while it’s baking. You’ll do great!
Wow really good, but why is it called pull-apart? I didn’t pull it apart. 🤷
It’s called pull-apart because you’re supposed to pull the pieces apart after baking! Maybe you didn’t bake it long enough? 🤔
Was a bit skeptical at first, but wow, this is good. Just don’t overcook the bacon!
Made this last night and it was gone in minutes! So good! ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
Bacon is the best but I think maple syrup is too sweet for bread?
I totally disagree! Maple syrup adds a wonderful sweetness that pairs well with the salty bacon. You gotta try it!
Maple syrup on bread? That’s a weird combo! But bacon is always a win, lol.
Yummy! I added cheese too, it was so good! 😋
This looks so delicious! Can’t wait to try it out for brunch.
Instructions were kind of confusing, I almost burned it! Next time I’l keep an eye on it better. 🍞
This recipe is amazing! The combo of maple and bacon is to die for. My family devoured it!
I followed the recipe but it didn’t turn out right. The dough was too sticky, and I couldn’t roll it. 😕
I used turkey bacon and it was still good! Will try with real bacon next time. 🥓
Nah, didn’t like it. Too sweet for my taste. I prefer my bread plain, thank you very much.
Okay, but what if we put chocolate instead of syrup? Just a thought. 🤷♂️
This is just too much work for me. I just wanna eat, not bake for an hour.
I don’t know man, bacon and bread? Kinda weird combo…
This was amazing! The maple bacon combo is to die for. My family loved it! ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
Bacon with bread? Sounds weird but it was actually okay. Not my favorite tho.