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Banana Bread Cinnamon Rolls

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  • Author: simplemealsbykim
  • Prep Time: 1 hour 30 minutes
  • Cook Time: 25 minutes
  • Total Time: 1 hour 55 minutes
  • Yield: 12 rolls 1x
  • Category: Breakfast
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

A delicious fusion of classic banana bread and soft, gooey cinnamon rolls, perfect for breakfast or brunch.


Ingredients

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  • 2 ripe bananas, mashed
  • 3 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 packet (2 1/4 tsp) active dry yeast
  • 1/4 cup granulated sugar
  • 1/2 cup warm milk
  • 1/4 cup unsalted butter, melted
  • 1 egg
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 1/2 cup brown sugar
  • 1 tbsp ground cinnamon
  • 2 tbsp unsalted butter, softened (for filling)
  • 1/2 cup cream cheese, softened (for frosting)
  • 1/4 cup unsalted butter, softened (for frosting)
  • 1 cup powdered sugar
  • 1/2 tsp vanilla extract

Instructions

  1. In a small bowl, dissolve yeast in warm milk and let sit for 5-10 minutes until foamy.
  2. In a large bowl, mix mashed bananas, sugar, melted butter, egg, and salt.
  3. Add in the yeast mixture and stir until combined.
  4. Gradually add flour and mix until a dough forms. Knead for 5-7 minutes until smooth.
  5. Place dough in a greased bowl, cover, and let rise in a warm place for 1 hour or until doubled.
  6. Roll out dough on a floured surface into a rectangle (about 1/4-inch thick).
  7. Spread softened butter over the dough. Mix brown sugar and cinnamon and sprinkle evenly on top.
  8. Roll the dough tightly into a log and cut into 12 even rolls.
  9. Place rolls in a greased baking dish. Cover and let rise for another 30 minutes.
  10. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and bake for 20-25 minutes until golden brown.
  11. While baking, prepare frosting: beat cream cheese, butter, powdered sugar, and vanilla until smooth.
  12. Spread frosting over warm rolls and serve.

Notes

  • Use very ripe bananas for the best flavor and sweetness.
  • To make ahead, refrigerate the shaped rolls overnight and bake in the morning.
  • You can add chopped nuts or chocolate chips to the filling for extra flavor.

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 roll
  • Calories: 280
  • Sugar: 18g
  • Sodium: 170mg
  • Fat: 11g
  • Saturated Fat: 6g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 4g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 40g
  • Fiber: 2g
  • Protein: 5g
  • Cholesterol: 30mg