Description

Soft and fluffy banana bread cinnamon rolls made with ripe banana in the dough, swirled with a warm cinnamon-sugar filling, and topped with rich cream cheese frosting.

Ingredients

1 ripe banana, mashed (about 1/2 cup)

3/4 cup warm milk (110°F / 43°C)

1 packet (2 1/4 tsp) active dry yeast

1/4 cup granulated sugar

1/4 cup unsalted butter, melted

1 large egg

3 1/4 to 3 1/2 cups all-purpose flour

1/2 tsp salt

1/2 cup brown sugar

2 tsp ground cinnamon

1/4 cup unsalted butter, softened (for filling)

4 oz cream cheese, softened

2 tbsp unsalted butter, softened (for frosting)

3/4 cup powdered sugar

1/2 tsp vanilla extract

Pinch of salt

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Instructions

Combine warm milk and yeast in a small bowl and let sit for 5–10 minutes until foamy.
In a large bowl, mix mashed banana, sugar, melted butter, egg, and yeast mixture.
Gradually add flour and salt, mixing until a soft dough forms. Knead for 6–8 minutes until smooth and elastic.
Place dough in a greased bowl, cover, and let rise for about 1 hour or until doubled in size.
Mix brown sugar and cinnamon in a small bowl.
Roll dough into a 14×10-inch rectangle. Spread softened butter over dough and sprinkle evenly with cinnamon-sugar mixture.
Roll tightly into a log and slice into 9–12 rolls. Place in a greased baking pan.
Cover and let rise for 30–45 minutes until puffy.
Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and bake for 22–28 minutes until golden brown.
Beat cream cheese and butter until smooth. Add powdered sugar, vanilla, and salt; beat until fluffy.
Spread frosting over warm rolls and serve.

Notes

Add 1/2 tsp banana extract for stronger banana flavor.

Mix chopped walnuts or pecans into the filling for added texture.

Mini chocolate chips can be added for variation.

Store at room temperature for up to 2 days or refrigerate for up to 5 days.

Freeze baked or unbaked rolls for up to 2 months.

Prep Time: 20 minutes
Cook Time: 25 minutes
Category: Breakfast
Method: Baking
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 roll
Calories: 320
Sugar: 18g
Sodium: 190mg
Fat: 12g
Saturated Fat: 7g
Unsaturated Fat: 4g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 47g
Fiber: 2g
Protein: 6g
Cholesterol: 45mg