Banana Bread Cinnamon Rolls

Recipe Information

Author: deesviral
Prep Time: 30 minutes
Rise Time: 1 hour 30 minutes
Bake Time: 30 minutes
Total Time: 2 hours 30 minutes
Yield: 12 cinnamon rolls

Ingredients

Dough

• 4 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 cup mashed ripe banana
• 1 cup warm milk
• 2¼ teaspoons active dry yeast
• ¼ cup granulated sugar
• ½ teaspoon salt
• 1 large egg
• ¼ cup unsalted butter, softened

Filling

• ½ cup unsalted butter, melted
• 1 cup brown sugar
• 2 tablespoons ground cinnamon
• ½ cup chopped pecans (optional)

Cream Cheese Frosting

• 4 ounces cream cheese, softened
• 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, softened
• 1½ cups powdered sugar
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 2–3 tablespoons milk

Instructions

1. Activate the Yeast
   Combine the warm milk, yeast, and sugar. Let stand for 5–10 minutes until foamy.
2. Prepare the Dough
   Mix together the flour, salt, mashed banana, egg, softened butter, and yeast mixture. Knead for 8–10 minutes until smooth and elastic.
3. First Rise
   Place the dough in a greased bowl, cover, and let rise for about 1 hour or until doubled in size.
4. Make the Filling
   Mix the brown sugar and cinnamon together. Roll the dough into a large rectangle and brush with melted butter. Sprinkle evenly with the cinnamon sugar mixture and pecans if using.
5. Shape the Rolls
   Roll the dough tightly into a log and slice into 12 equal rolls. Arrange them in a greased 9×13-inch baking dish.
6. Second Rise
   Cover and let the rolls rise for 30–40 minutes until puffy.
7. Bake
   Bake at 350°F (175°C) for 25–30 minutes or until lightly golden.
8. Prepare the Frosting
   Beat together the cream cheese, butter, powdered sugar, vanilla, and milk until smooth and creamy.
9. Finish
   Spread the frosting over the warm cinnamon rolls and serve immediately.

Helpful Tips

• Use very ripe bananas for the richest flavor.
• Avoid adding too much flour to keep the rolls soft.
• Toast the pecans before adding them for extra flavor.
• Serve slightly warm for the best texture.

Serving Suggestions

Enjoy these cinnamon rolls with fresh coffee, hot tea, or a cold glass of milk. They also pair wonderfully with fresh fruit for a weekend brunch.

Storage

Store leftovers in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2 days or refrigerate for up to 5 days. Warm briefly before serving.

Estimated Nutrition (Per Roll)

• Calories: 410
• Protein: 7g
• Carbohydrates: 56g
• Fat: 18g
• Fiber: 2g
• Sugar: 29g