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Banana Bread Cinnamon Rolls

Fluffy Banana Bread Cinnamon Rolls for Your Brunch Bliss

Indulge in these Banana Bread Cinnamon Rolls, perfect for brunch with a fluffy texture and cream cheese frosting.
Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 35 minutes
Rising Time 1 hour 45 minutes
Total Time 2 hours 50 minutes
Servings: 12 rolls
Course: Breakfast
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250

Ingredients
  

For the Dough
  • 1 cup Milk whole milk yields the best texture
  • 3 tablespoons Unsalted Butter can substitute with vegan butter
  • 2 tablespoons Granulated Sugar coconut sugar can be used
  • 4 cups All-Purpose Flour 1:1 gluten-free flour blend can be used
  • 2 teaspoons Instant Yeast active dry yeast is a substitute
  • 1 teaspoon Salt reduce if using salted butter
  • 1 ripe Mashed Banana use ripe bananas for sweetness
For the Filling
  • 3 tablespoons Softened Butter ensure it's very soft for easy spreading
  • 1/2 cup Light Brown Sugar dark brown sugar can be used for deeper flavor
  • 2 teaspoons Cinnamon no substitutions recommended
  • 1 sliced Banana adds extra flavor and texture
For the Topping and Frosting
  • 1/2 cup Heavy Cream non-dairy cream is a substitute
  • 8 oz Cream Cheese full-fat is best for rich results
  • 2 cups Powdered Sugar sugar alternatives can be used
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract can substitute with almond extract

Equipment

  • Small saucepan
  • Stand Mixer
  • baking dish
  • Rolling Pin
  • Sharp knife or dental floss

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Warm the Milk: In a small saucepan, gently heat the milk, unsalted butter, and granulated sugar. Stir until the butter melts and the mixture reaches 120°F to 130°F.
  2. Make the Dough: In a stand mixer bowl, combine flour, instant yeast, and salt. Gradually pour in the warm milk mixture and add mashed banana. Mix on low speed until a shaggy dough forms.
  3. Knead the Dough: Transfer the dough to a lightly floured surface and knead for about 6-8 minutes until slightly sticky yet elastic.
  4. First Rise: Place the dough in a greased bowl, cover, and let it rise in a warm spot for 1 to 1.5 hours until doubled in size.
  5. Prepare the Filling: Roll the dough into a rectangle, spread softened butter, and sprinkle with light brown sugar, cinnamon, and sliced banana.
  6. Cut Rolls: Roll the dough tightly into a log and slice into 12 equal rolls.
  7. Second Rise: Transfer the cut rolls to a greased baking dish, cover, and let rise for an additional 45 minutes.
  8. Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F. Pour heavy cream over the risen rolls.
  9. Bake: Bake the rolls for 30-35 minutes until golden brown. Let them cool before frosting.

Nutrition

Serving: 1rollCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 40gProtein: 4gFat: 8gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 200mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 1gSugar: 14gVitamin A: 300IUVitamin C: 1mgCalcium: 75mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Ensure milk is warm, not hot, for yeast activation. Dental floss is great for cutting rolls without squashing them. Rolls can be made ahead and stored in the fridge for up to 5 days.

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