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Banana Bread Cinnamon Rolls

Heavenly Banana Bread Cinnamon Rolls You'll Crave Daily

Indulge in these Banana Bread Cinnamon Rolls, a magical blend of fluffy dough, gooey filling, and luscious frosting that will elevate your breakfast experience.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Rising Time 1 hour 30 minutes
Total Time 2 hours 25 minutes
Servings: 12 rolls
Course: Breakfast
Cuisine: American
Calories: 320
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Dough
  • 1 cup Mashed Ripe Bananas Use very ripe bananas for the best flavor.
  • ½ cup Warm Milk (110°F) Activates the yeast.
  • 2¼ teaspoons Active Dry Yeast Essential for the rolls’ rise.
  • ¼ cup Granulated Sugar Sweetens the dough.
  • 4 tablespoons Unsalted Butter (melted) Enriches flavor.
  • 1 large Egg Provides richness.
  • ½ teaspoon Salt Balances sweetness.
  • 2½ cups All-Purpose Flour Forms the dough.
For the Filling
  • 4 tablespoons Unsalted Butter (softened for filling)
  • ½ cup Brown Sugar Adds rich sweetness.
  • 1 tablespoon Ground Cinnamon Infuses warmth.
  • 1 pinch Nutmeg Adds depth of flavor.
For the Frosting
  • 4 ounces Cream Cheese Use full-fat for creamy consistency.
  • 1 cup Powdered Sugar Sweetens the frosting.
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract Enhances flavor.

Equipment

  • Mixing bowl
  • Baking Dish
  • Rolling Pin
  • Whisk
  • Measuring cups and spoons
  • small bowl
  • Spatula

Method
 

Step‑by‑Step Instructions
  1. In a small bowl, combine warm milk with active dry yeast. Let it sit for about 5 minutes until bubbly and foamy.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, combine the activated yeast mixture with mashed ripe bananas, granulated sugar, melted unsalted butter, egg, and salt.
  3. Gradually add all-purpose flour, mixing until a soft dough starts to form.
  4. Turn the dough onto a lightly floured surface and knead for 8-10 minutes until smooth and elastic.
  5. Place the kneaded dough in a greased bowl, cover with a towel and let it rise for 1 to 1.5 hours until doubled in size.
  6. In a medium bowl, blend softened unsalted butter, brown sugar, ground cinnamon, and nutmeg until smooth and creamy.
  7. Punch down the risen dough, roll it out into a rectangle, and spread the cinnamon filling evenly.
  8. Roll the dough tightly from the long side, slice into 12 equal rolls.
  9. Arrange the sliced rolls in a greased baking dish, cover with a towel and let rise for 30 minutes.
  10. Preheat your oven to 350°F. Bake the rolls for 22-25 minutes or until golden brown.
  11. In a mixing bowl, beat together cream cheese and butter until smooth, gradually adding powdered sugar and vanilla extract.
  12. Spread the cream cheese frosting over the warm rolls and serve.

Nutrition

Serving: 1rollCalories: 320kcalCarbohydrates: 50gProtein: 4gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 7gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 45mgSodium: 180mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 1gSugar: 20gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 1mg

Notes

For best results, use room temperature ingredients and avoid over-kneading the dough to keep the rolls soft and fluffy.

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