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Banana Bread Cinnamon Rolls Recipe

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These Banana Bread Cinnamon Rolls combine the beloved flavors of banana bread and cinnamon rolls into one delightful treat. Soft, sweet banana-infused dough rolled with cinnamon sugar, baked to golden perfection, and topped with a creamy cream cheese frosting, making for a perfect breakfast or dessert.

Ingredients

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Dough Ingredients

  • 2 ripe bananas, mashed
  • 1/4 cup granulated sugar
  • 1/4 cup brown sugar, packed
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
  • 1 large egg
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 tablespoon baking powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt

Filling

  • 1/2 cup brown sugar, packed
  • 1 tablespoon ground cinnamon
  • 1/4 cup unsalted butter, softened

Cream Cheese Frosting

  • 4 oz cream cheese, softened
  • 1/2 cup powdered sugar
  • 1 tablespoon milk (or more for desired consistency)
  • 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract

Instructions

  1. Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) to prepare for baking the rolls.
  2. Mix Banana Mixture: In a large mixing bowl, combine the mashed bananas, granulated sugar, and brown sugar. Mix until well combined to create a sweet banana base.
  3. Add Butter: Stir in the melted butter until fully incorporated into the banana mixture.
  4. Add Egg and Vanilla: Crack in the egg and pour in the vanilla extract. Mix until the egg is fully blended into the batter.
  5. Combine Dry Ingredients: In a separate bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt thoroughly.
  6. Form Dough: Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, stirring gently until just combined. Avoid overmixing to keep the dough tender.
  7. Prepare Filling: In a small bowl, mix the packed brown sugar and ground cinnamon evenly to create the cinnamon sugar for filling.
  8. Spread Butter on Dough: Spread the softened butter evenly over the surface of the dough, providing a base for the cinnamon sugar.
  9. Add Cinnamon Sugar: Sprinkle the cinnamon-sugar mixture evenly over the buttered dough, ensuring full coverage.
  10. Roll Dough: Roll the dough into a tight log from one end, making sure to keep the filling inside without spilling.
  11. Slice Rolls: Cut the dough log into 1-inch thick slices using a sharp knife or dental floss for clean cuts.
  12. Arrange Rolls for Rising: Place the sliced rolls into a greased 9×13 inch baking dish, leaving some space between each roll to allow expansion.
  13. Let Rolls Rise: Cover the baking dish with a clean kitchen towel and let the rolls rise in a warm place for about 30 minutes to develop fluffiness.
  14. Bake Rolls: Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, or until the rolls are golden brown and a toothpick inserted comes out clean.
  15. Cool Rolls: Let the baked rolls cool in the pan for about 10 minutes before frosting.
  16. Make Frosting: In a medium bowl, beat the softened cream cheese until smooth. Gradually add the powdered sugar, milk, and vanilla extract, mixing until you achieve your desired consistency.
  17. Frost Rolls: Spread or drizzle the cream cheese frosting over the warm rolls to finish the dish.

Notes

  • Use ripe bananas for the best flavor and natural sweetness.
  • Be careful not to overmix the dough to keep the rolls tender and soft.
  • If the dough is too sticky to roll, refrigerate it for 15-20 minutes to firm up.
  • Adjust the cream cheese frosting consistency by adding more milk if needed.
  • These rolls can be stored in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2 days or refrigerated for up to 5 days.
  • Reheat the rolls slightly before serving for a soft, fresh-baked texture.

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