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Banana Bread Cinnamon Rolls

Irresistible Banana Bread Cinnamon Rolls You'll Love to Bake

Delicious Banana Bread Cinnamon Rolls that bring comfort and joy with their fluffy texture and creamy frosting.
Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Rising Time 1 hour 30 minutes
Total Time 2 hours 30 minutes
Servings: 9 rolls
Course: Breakfast
Cuisine: American
Calories: 300

Ingredients
  

For the Dough
  • 3 cups All-Purpose Flour Substitute with gluten-free flour blend for a gluten-free option.
  • 1/2 cup Granulated Sugar Can be reduced or replaced with coconut sugar.
  • 2 teaspoons Instant Yeast If unavailable, use active dry yeast (proof it first).
  • 1 teaspoon Salt Essential for overall taste balance.
  • 3/4 cup Warm Milk Any non-dairy milk also works well.
  • 2 units Ripe Bananas (mashed) Overripe bananas provide the best flavor.
  • 1/3 cup Melted Butter Coconut oil is a great dairy-free alternative.
  • 1 large Egg A flax egg can replace it for a vegan option.
For the Filling
  • 1/2 cup Brown Sugar Light or dark brown sugar can be used.
  • 2 teaspoons Ground Cinnamon Adjust quantity to your taste preferences.
  • 4 tablespoons Softened Butter Adds richness to the filling.
For the Frosting
  • 4 ounces Cream Cheese Use vegan cream cheese for a dairy-free option.
  • 1 cup Powdered Sugar Can be swapped for a lower-calorie sugar alternative.
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract Consider using vanilla bean paste for a more intense flavor.

Equipment

  • Mixing bowl
  • Rolling Pin
  • Baking dish
  • Oven

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. In a large mixing bowl, whisk together flour, sugar, yeast, and salt. In another bowl, mix warm milk, mashed bananas, melted butter, and egg until smooth. Gradually combine wet and dry ingredients to form dough.
  2. Transfer the dough to a floured surface and knead for 8-10 minutes until smooth and elastic. Grease a bowl, place the dough inside, cover with plastic wrap, and let rise in a warm spot for 60-90 minutes.
  3. Roll the dough out onto a floured surface into a rectangle, about 12x18 inches.
  4. Spread softened butter over the rolled-out dough. Mix brown sugar and cinnamon, and sprinkle evenly over the buttered dough.
  5. Roll the dough tightly from one edge into a log. Cut the log into 9 equal pieces.
  6. Place sliced rolls into a greased baking dish, cover with a towel, and let rise for 30-45 minutes.
  7. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Bake rolls for 25-30 minutes until golden brown.
  8. While baking, prepare the frosting by mixing cream cheese, softened butter, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract until smooth.
  9. Spread frosting over the warm rolls before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1rollCalories: 300kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 4gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 7gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 50mgSodium: 200mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 2gSugar: 12gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 1mg

Notes

These banana bread cinnamon rolls are perfect for brunch and customizable with nuts or chocolate chips.

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