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Cozy Banana Bread Cinnamon Rolls


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  • Author: Chef Emma
  • Total Time: 45 minutes
  • Yield: 12 servings 1x
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

Soft, fluffy cinnamon rolls with a delightful banana twist, perfectly complemented by rich cream cheese frosting.


Ingredients

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  • 2 ripe bananas
  • 1/2 cup milk
  • 1/4 cup sugar
  • 1/4 cup melted butter
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 package active dry yeast
  • 3 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1 tablespoon ground cinnamon
  • 1/2 cup brown sugar
  • 1/2 cup cream cheese
  • 1 cup powdered sugar
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice

Instructions

  1. Mash the bananas and mix with milk, sugar, melted butter, and vanilla.
  2. Sprinkle yeast over the mixture and let sit for 5 minutes.
  3. Add flour and salt gradually, mixing until incorporated.
  4. Knead dough for about 5 minutes until smooth.
  5. Place in a greased bowl, cover, and let rise for 1 hour, until it doubles in size.
  6. Roll out the dough on a floured surface and sprinkle evenly with cinnamon and brown sugar.
  7. Roll up tightly into a log, slice into rolls, and place in a greased baking dish.
  8. Cover and let rise for another 30 minutes.
  9. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and bake for 25-30 minutes until golden brown.
  10. Beat together cream cheese, powdered sugar, and lemon juice for frosting until smooth and creamy.
  11. Drizzle the frosting over the warm rolls and serve immediately.

Notes

Make-ahead option available. Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days.

  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 30 minutes
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 roll
  • Calories: 210
  • Sugar: 9g
  • Sodium: 160mg
  • Fat: 7g
  • Saturated Fat: 4g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 2g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 34g
  • Fiber: 1g
  • Protein: 3g
  • Cholesterol: 20mg