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Banana Bread Cinnamon Rolls

Banana Bread Cinnamon Rolls
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Indulge in the delightful fusion of flavors with these Banana Bread Cinnamon Rolls, a perfect addition to your breakfast or brunch spread. The sweet aroma of ripe bananas combined with warm cinnamon envelops you as they bake, creating an irresistible treat that will leave everyone smiling. This recipe balances the comforting aspects of traditional banana bread with the gooey goodness of cinnamon rolls, making it a family favorite for any occasion. Easy to prepare and make-ahead, simply assemble the rolls the night before and pop them in the oven when you’re ready to enjoy a warm, scrumptious breakfast.

Ingredients

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  • 1 cup lukewarm milk
  • 6 tablespoons unsalted butter
  • ½ cup granulated sugar
  • 4 ½ to 5 cups all-purpose flour
  • 2 ¼ teaspoons instant yeast
  • 1½ teaspoons salt
  • ½ cup mashed banana
  • Filling: 4 tablespoons unsalted butter, ½ cup packed light brown sugar, 1 tablespoon cinnamon, and 2 large bananas (thinly sliced)
  • Topping: ¼ cup heavy cream, 4 ounces cream cheese, 4 tablespoons unsalted butter, 1½ cups powdered sugar, and 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Instructions

  1. In a mixing bowl, combine lukewarm milk and melted butter; add sugar and yeast. Let sit until bubbly. Mix in mashed bananas.
  2. Gradually add flour and salt while stirring until a soft dough forms; knead gently until smooth.
  3. Place the dough in a greased bowl, cover, and let rise in a warm spot until doubled in size (about an hour).
  4. Roll out the dough into a rectangle; spread soft butter evenly over it.
  5. Sprinkle brown sugar, cinnamon, and sliced bananas on top; roll tightly into a log and slice into about 12 pieces.
  6. Place rolls cut-side up in a greased baking dish; let rise again for an hour.
  7. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C), pour warmed heavy cream over the rolls, then bake until golden brown (25-30 minutes).
  8. For frosting, mix softened cream cheese, butter, powdered sugar, and vanilla until smooth; frost warm rolls.

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