Description
Indulgent Banana Bread Cinnamon Rolls merge classic comfort with sweet innovation, blending rich banana flavor and warm cinnamon swirls. Homemade bakers will discover a delightful twist on traditional recipes that promises pure breakfast bliss.
Ingredients
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Main Ingredients:
- 4 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup mashed banana
- 2 large eggs
- 1 cup warm milk
Bread Base:
- 2 1/4 teaspoons active dry yeast
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup melted unsalted butter
- 1 teaspoon salt
Filling and Topping:
- 1 cup brown sugar
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 2 tablespoons ground cinnamon
- 1/2 cup chopped walnuts
- 4 ounces (113 grams) cream cheese, softened
- 1 1/2 cups powdered sugar
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
- Activate yeast by whisking it with warm milk and sugar in a spacious mixing vessel. Allow the mixture to bloom and become frothy for approximately 5 minutes.
- Incorporate melted butter, eggs, salt, and thoroughly mashed ripe bananas into the yeast mixture. Blend until ingredients are evenly distributed.
- Gradually fold in flour, mixing continuously until a cohesive dough forms. Transfer to a lightly dusted surface and knead vigorously for 10 minutes, developing gluten and creating a smooth texture.
- Transfer dough to a generously greased bowl, envelop with a clean kitchen towel, and permit rising in a draft-free environment for 60 minutes or until volume doubles.
- Prepare filling by combining softened butter, rich brown sugar, and aromatic ground cinnamon in a separate container.
- Using a rolling pin, stretch dough into a rectangular shape approximately 14×20 inches. Meticulously spread filling across the surface, ensuring even coverage. Sprinkle chopped walnuts for additional crunch and flavor.
- Tightly roll the dough from the elongated side, creating a compact cylindrical shape. Slice into 12 uniform rolls using a sharp knife.
- Arrange rolls in a greased baking dish, allowing slight separation between each piece. Cover and permit secondary proofing for 30 minutes.
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Bake rolls for 25-30 minutes until achieving a golden-brown exterior and thoroughly cooked interior.
- Craft cream cheese frosting by whipping cream cheese, butter, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract until silky smooth. Lavishly drizzle over warm rolls immediately after removing from oven.
Notes
- Activate yeast precisely by ensuring milk temperature is between 100-110°F to guarantee proper activation without killing the microorganisms.
- Mash bananas completely smooth to distribute flavor evenly and prevent large banana chunks disrupting roll texture.
- Consider replacing walnuts with pecans or almonds for different nutty dimensions or omit entirely for nut-free version.
- Experiment with whole wheat flour by substituting up to 50% of all-purpose flour for added nutritional complexity without compromising roll’s soft texture.
- Prep Time: 2 hours 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Breakfast, Snacks, Desserts
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 12
- Calories: 370 kcal
- Sugar: 30 g
- Sodium: 210 mg
- Fat: 18 g
- Saturated Fat: 7 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9 g
- Trans Fat: 0.3 g
- Carbohydrates: 47 g
- Fiber: 2.5 g
- Protein: 5 g
- Cholesterol: 65 mg