Description
Indulge in the delightful fusion of flavors with these Banana Bread Cinnamon Rolls. This recipe transforms traditional cinnamon rolls into a soft, moist treat bursting with the comforting essence of ripe bananas, brown sugar, and warm spices. Perfect for brunch or as a sweet snack, these rolls are generously topped with creamy cream cheese frosting that adds an extra layer of decadence. The best part? You can prepare them ahead of time, making your mornings hassle-free and deliciously rewarding!
Ingredients
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- 1 cup lukewarm milk
- 6 tablespoons unsalted butter
- ½ cup granulated sugar
- 4 ½ to 5 cups all-purpose flour
- 2 ¼ teaspoons instant yeast
- 1½ teaspoons salt
- ½ cup mashed banana (about 1 large)
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter (for filling)
- ½ cup light brown sugar (for filling)
- 1 tablespoon cinnamon (for filling)
- 2 large bananas (sliced for filling)
- ¼ cup heavy cream (for topping)
- 4 ounces cream cheese (for topping)
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter (for topping)
- 1½ cups powdered sugar (for topping)
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract (for topping)
Instructions
- In a mixing bowl, combine lukewarm milk, butter, and sugar.
- In another bowl, whisk together flour, yeast, and salt; gradually add to wet mixture.
- Stir in mashed banana and knead until smooth. Let rise covered until doubled in size (about an hour).
- Roll out dough on a floured surface to about a quarter-inch thick.
- Spread soft butter on the dough; sprinkle with brown sugar and cinnamon; top with sliced bananas.
- Roll tightly into a log shape and slice into even pieces; place in a greased baking dish.
- Allow rolls to rise again for about an hour; preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Pour warmed heavy cream over rolls before baking; bake for approximately 35 minutes until golden.
- For frosting: Mix cream cheese, softened butter, powdered sugar, and vanilla until smooth.
- Frost warm rolls before serving.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 roll (100g)
- Calories: 329
- Sugar: 15g
- Sodium: 179mg
- Fat: 11g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: <0g
- Carbohydrates: 50g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 34mg
Keywords: Ensure bananas are overripe for optimal sweetness. You can substitute whole wheat flour for half of the all-purpose flour for added nutrition. Customize with nuts or chocolate chips for additional flavor.