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Banana Bread Cinnamon Rolls Recipe

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These Banana Bread Cinnamon Rolls combine the moist, sweet flavors of ripe bananas with a warm cinnamon swirl, baked to golden perfection and topped with a smooth cream cheese glaze. Perfect for breakfast or a cozy snack, these rolls offer the comforting taste of banana bread with the delightful texture of cinnamon rolls.

Ingredients

Wet Ingredients

  • 2-3 ripe bananas (mashed)
  • 1/4 cup granulated sugar
  • 1/4 cup brown sugar
  • 1/3 cup melted butter
  • 1 egg
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Dry Ingredients

  • 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1 tablespoon ground cinnamon

Cinnamon Sugar Filling

  • Equal parts brown sugar and ground cinnamon (approximately 2 tablespoons each, mixed together)

Cream Cheese Glaze

  • 1/2 cup cream cheese (softened)
  • 1/4 cup powdered sugar
  • 1 tablespoon milk

Instructions

  1. Preparation: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking dish with parchment paper to prevent sticking and make cleanup easier.
  2. Mix Wet Ingredients: In a large mixing bowl, combine the mashed bananas, granulated sugar, brown sugar, melted butter, egg, and vanilla extract. Stir until the mixture is smooth and well blended.
  3. Combine Dry Ingredients: In a separate bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, and ground cinnamon until evenly distributed.
  4. Form Dough: Gradually fold the dry ingredients into the wet banana mixture, mixing gently until just combined. Avoid overmixing to keep the rolls tender.
  5. Roll Out Dough: Transfer the dough onto a floured surface and gently roll it out into a rectangular shape about 1/2-inch thick to prepare for filling.
  6. Add Filling: Sprinkle a generous amount of the cinnamon sugar mixture evenly over the rolled-out dough to ensure even cinnamon flavor in every bite.
  7. Shape Rolls: Carefully roll the dough tightly into a log, then slice it into 1-inch thick individual rolls.
  8. Arrange Rolls: Place the sliced rolls into the prepared baking dish evenly spaced for baking.
  9. Bake: Bake the rolls in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes or until they are golden brown and fully cooked through.
  10. Prepare Glaze: While the rolls bake, beat together the softened cream cheese, powdered sugar, and milk in a small bowl until the glaze is smooth and creamy.
  11. Glaze and Serve: Once the rolls are done and slightly cooled, drizzle the cream cheese glaze over the top. Serve the banana bread cinnamon rolls warm for the best flavor and texture.

Notes

  • Use very ripe bananas to maximize sweetness and moisture.
  • Do not overmix the dough to keep the rolls tender and fluffy.
  • Adjust the cinnamon sugar filling to your taste; add more sugar for extra sweetness.
  • The cream cheese glaze can be stored in the refrigerator and added just before serving.
  • If preferred, these rolls can be reheated gently in the microwave for 10-15 seconds.

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