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Banana Bread Cinnamon Rolls

Delightful banana bread cinnamon rolls with cream cheese frosting, perfect for breakfast or dessert.
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Prep Time 1 hour
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 30 minutes
Servings: 12 servings
Course: Breakfast, Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Dough Ingredients
  • 3 pieces ripe bananas, mashed Make sure they are really ripe for sweetness.
  • 1/2 cup sugar
  • 1/2 cup brown sugar
  • 1/4 cup butter, melted Can substitute with coconut oil for a vegan option.
  • 1 cup milk Warm for activating yeast.
  • 1 packet active dry yeast Can substitute with instant yeast.
  • 3 1/2 to 4 cups all-purpose flour Sift for lighter texture, if desired.
  • 1 teaspoon cinnamon Add extra for more flavor.
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
Frosting Ingredients
  • 1/2 cup cream cheese, softened Can substitute with a plant-based alternative for vegan option.
  • 1 cup powdered sugar

Method
 

Preparation
  1. In a small bowl, combine warm milk and yeast, and let sit for 5 minutes until foamy.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, mix the mashed bananas, sugar, brown sugar, melted butter, cinnamon, vanilla, and salt.
  3. Add the yeast mixture to the banana mixture, then gradually add flour until a dough forms.
  4. Knead the dough on a floured surface for about 5-7 minutes.
  5. Place the dough in a greased bowl, cover it, and let it rise in a warm place for about 1 hour until doubled in size.
Rolling and Baking
  1. Roll out the dough into a rectangle, spread softened butter over it, then sprinkle with cinnamon and brown sugar. Top with sliced bananas.
  2. Roll the dough tightly and cut it into rolls. Place rolls in a greased baking dish.
  3. Cover and let rise again for 30 minutes.
  4. Bake in a preheated oven at 350°F (175°C) for 25-30 minutes until golden brown.
Frosting
  1. For frosting, beat cream cheese with powdered sugar until smooth, then drizzle over warm rolls.
  2. Serve and enjoy!

Notes

These rolls stay fresh for 3-4 days in the fridge. For longer storage, freeze for up to 3 months. Reheat in the microwave for 10-15 seconds or in the oven at 350°F until just heated through.