Banana Bread Cinnamon Rolls Recipe

These Banana Bread Cinnamon Rolls combine the best of two beloved classics—moist banana bread and gooey cinnamon rolls. With a fluffy, banana-infused dough, a rich cinnamon-sugar filling, and a sweet cream cheese glaze, these rolls are perfect for breakfast, brunch, or dessert. Whether you’re craving a cozy treat or looking for a unique twist on traditional cinnamon rolls, this recipe delivers warm, comforting flavors in every bite.

Ingredients

For the Dough

• 1 cup warm milk (110°F)
• 2 ¼ teaspoons active dry yeast
• ¼ cup granulated sugar
• ½ cup mashed ripe banana
• 1 large egg, room temperature
• ¼ cup unsalted butter, melted
• 3 cups all-purpose flour
• ½ teaspoon salt

For the Filling

• ½ cup unsalted butter, softened
• ¾ cup brown sugar, packed
• 1 tablespoon ground cinnamon
• ½ teaspoon ground nutmeg (optional)

For the Cream Cheese Glaze

• 4 ounces cream cheese, softened
• ¼ cup unsalted butter, softened
• 1 cup powdered sugar
• ½ teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1-2 tablespoons milk (to adjust consistency)

Instructions

For the Dough

1. Activate the Yeast:

• In a small bowl, whisk together warm milk, sugar, and yeast.
• Let sit for 5-10 minutes until frothy.

1. Mix the Wet Ingredients:

• In a large bowl, combine mashed banana, egg, melted butter, and yeast mixture.
• Stir until smooth.

1. Incorporate the Dry Ingredients:

• Gradually mix in flour and salt, stirring until a soft dough forms.
• Knead on a floured surface for 5-7 minutes, until smooth and elastic.

1. Let the Dough Rise:

• Place the dough in a greased bowl, cover, and let rise in a warm place for 1 hour, or until doubled in size.

For the Filling

5. Prepare the Cinnamon Filling:

• In a bowl, mix softened butter, brown sugar, cinnamon, and nutmeg until combined.

5. Roll Out the Dough:

• Once risen, roll the dough into a 12×18-inch rectangle.
• Spread the cinnamon filling evenly over the dough.

5. Shape the Rolls:

• Roll the dough tightly into a log and slice into 12 equal pieces.
• Arrange in a greased 9×13-inch baking dish.

5. Second Rise:

• Cover and let the rolls rise for 30 minutes.

For Baking

9. Bake the Rolls:

• Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
• Bake for 25-30 minutes, until golden brown.

For the Cream Cheese Glaze

10. Make the Glaze:
    • Beat together cream cheese, butter, powdered sugar, vanilla extract, and milk until smooth.
11. Glaze and Serve:
    • Spread the glaze over warm cinnamon rolls.
    • Enjoy the soft, gooey, banana-infused goodness!

These Banana Bread Cinnamon Rolls are a perfect fusion of flavors, making them an irresistible treat for any occasion. You can find more details here and here.