Description

These Banana Bread Cinnamon Rolls combine the sweet, tender flavor of banana bread with the soft, fluffy texture of cinnamon rolls. Here’s a summary of the recipe and steps to make this delicious treat:

Ingredients

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Cinnamon Roll Dough:

4 1/2 – 5 cups all-purpose flour

1/4 cup granulated sugar

2 packets (4 1/2 tsp) rapid rise or instant yeast

1 tsp salt

3/4 cup water

6 tbsp unsalted butter (or vegan butter)

3/4 cup mashed ripe bananas (about 2 bananas)

Filling:

1/4 cup unsalted butter, room temp (or vegan butter)

1/2 cup light brown sugar, packed

1 tbsp cinnamon

3 ripe bananas, sliced

1/2 cup walnuts, finely chopped

Icing:

4 oz cream cheese, room temp (or vegan cream cheese)

1/4 cup unsalted butter, room temp (or vegan butter)

1 cup powdered sugar

2 tbsp maple syrup

1/4 cup walnuts, finely chopped (optional)

Instructions

Prepare the Dough:

In a large mixing bowl, whisk together 2 cups flour, sugar, yeast, and salt.

Combine water and butter, heat until warm, and add to dry ingredients with mashed bananas. Mix well.

Gradually add more flour and knead the dough until smooth and tacky.

Let the dough rise until doubled in size, about 1 hour.

Prepare the Filling:

Mix the butter, brown sugar, and cinnamon together.

Roll out the dough into a rectangle, spread the filling, and layer with banana slices and chopped walnuts.

Form the Rolls:

Roll up the dough tightly and cut into slices. Place them in a greased baking dish, cover, and let rise until doubled.

Bake:

Preheat the oven to 350°F. Bake the rolls for 20-25 minutes or until golden brown.

Make the Icing:

Beat together cream cheese, butter, powdered sugar, and maple syrup until smooth. Spread over warm rolls.

These rolls are best enjoyed fresh but can be stored at room temperature for 1-2 days or refrigerated for 4-5 days. Reheat before serving for the best experience.