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Banana Bread Cinnamon Rolls

Indulge in the warm, comforting flavors of banana bread combined with delightfully swirled cinnamon rolls, perfect for breakfast or a special treat.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 12 rolls
Course: Breakfast, Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 200
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the rolls
  • 2 pieces ripe bananas, mashed The riper the bananas, the sweeter the rolls.
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour Can substitute with whole wheat flour for a nuttier flavor.
  • 1/4 cup sugar Standard granulated sugar.
  • 1/2 cup milk Use dairy or plant-based milk as preferred.
  • 1/4 cup butter, melted Can substitute with dairy-free butter.
  • 1 piece egg For a vegan option, substitute with flaxseed meal mixed with water.
  • 1 tablespoon baking powder
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon Feel free to experiment with spices.
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
For the frosting
  • 4 oz cream cheese, softened
  • 1/4 cup peanut butter Can swap for chocolate hazelnut spread.
  • 1/2 cup powdered sugar
  • 2 tablespoons milk Use dairy or plant-based milk as preferred.
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a baking dish.
  2. In a bowl, combine the mashed bananas, sugar, milk, melted butter, egg, and vanilla extract. Mix well.
  3. In another bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, cinnamon, and salt. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the banana mixture until just combined.
  4. Turn the dough out onto a floured surface and roll it into a rectangle. Spread softened butter over the dough.
  5. Sprinkle with a cinnamon and sugar mixture, then roll it up tightly.
  6. Slice into rolls and place in the baking dish.
Baking
  1. Bake for 25-30 minutes or until the rolls are golden brown.
Frosting
  1. In a separate bowl, make the frosting by mixing the cream cheese, peanut butter, powdered sugar, milk, and vanilla until smooth.
  2. Once the rolls are baked, let them cool slightly and then drizzle with the frosting before serving.

Notes

Store leftovers in an airtight container for 3-4 days in the fridge or freeze for up to a month. Reheat gently in the microwave or oven before serving.