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Banana Bread Cinnamon Rolls

Deliciously soft and fluffy cinnamon rolls infused with the sweet flavor of ripe bananas and warm cinnamon, drizzled with a luscious glaze.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 8 rolls
Course: Breakfast, Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 210
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the dough
  • 2 pieces ripe bananas, mashed The riper the bananas, the sweeter and more flavorful the rolls.
  • 1/2 cup sugar
  • 1/2 cup brown sugar
  • 1/2 cup melted butter
  • 1 piece egg
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract For added richness.
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
For the filling
  • 1 tablespoon cinnamon
  • 1/4 cup chopped nuts (optional) Consider swapping for chocolate chips or dried fruits for variations.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. In a mixing bowl, mash the ripe bananas until smooth and creamy.
  3. Add in the melted butter, sugar, and brown sugar, stirring until well-combined.
  4. Mix in the egg and vanilla extract.
  5. In another bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, baking powder, salt, and cinnamon.
  6. Gradually incorporate the dry ingredients into the wet mixture.
  7. Lightly grease a baking dish to prevent sticking.
  8. Spread the batter into the prepared baking dish and flatten evenly.
  9. In a small bowl, combine cinnamon and sugar, and sprinkle evenly atop the batter, along with the chopped nuts if using.
  10. Carefully roll the batter from one end, keeping it tight, and slice it into 1-inch pieces.
  11. Arrange the slices in the baking dish and bake for about 25 minutes or until golden brown.
  12. Serve warm, optionally drizzled with a simple icing made from powdered sugar and milk.

Notes

Store leftovers in an airtight container for 2-3 days at room temperature or up to a week in the fridge. Reheat gently in the oven or microwave.