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