Description
These Banana Bread Cinnamon Rolls combine the comforting flavors of classic banana bread with the indulgent sweetness of cinnamon rolls. Soft, fluffy, and perfectly spiced, they make an excellent treat for breakfast or dessert, offering a delightful twist that banana and cinnamon lovers will adore.
Ingredients
Scale
Dough
- 3 ripe bananas
- 1/2 cup sugar
- 1/4 cup melted butter
- 1 egg
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
Filling
- 1/2 cup brown sugar
- 2 tablespoons ground cinnamon
- 1/4 cup chopped walnuts (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) to ensure it’s ready for baking the cinnamon rolls.
- Mash Bananas: In a mixing bowl, mash the 3 ripe bananas until smooth to create the base of the dough.
- Mix Wet Ingredients: Add the sugar, melted butter, egg, and vanilla extract to the mashed bananas and mix thoroughly.
- Add Dry Ingredients: Stir in baking soda and salt, then add the flour and mix until the dough is just combined.
- Roll Out Dough: Lightly flour a surface and roll out the dough into a rectangle shape, suitable for spreading the filling.
- Prepare Filling: Mix the brown sugar and ground cinnamon together, then spread evenly over the rolled-out dough. Sprinkle chopped walnuts on top if using.
- Form Rolls: Starting from one side, tightly roll the dough into a log and slice into individual rolls.
- Arrange in Dish: Place the cinnamon rolls in a greased baking dish, spacing them slightly apart for even baking.
- Bake: Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes or until the rolls are golden brown.
- Cool and Serve: Remove from the oven and allow to cool slightly before serving warm.
Notes
- If walnuts are not preferred, they can be omitted without affecting the texture significantly.
- For added richness, consider drizzling cream cheese frosting over the rolls once cooled.
- Ensure bananas are ripe for optimum sweetness and moisture in the dough.
- Use fresh cinnamon for the best flavor impact.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2 days or refrigerate for longer freshness.
