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Banana Bread Cinnamon Rolls

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A delightful twist combining the sweetness of banana bread with the gooeyness of cinnamon rolls, perfect for breakfast or snack.

Ingredients

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  • 1 cup warm milk (about 110°F)
  • 2 1/4 teaspoons active dry yeast
  • 1/2 cup granulated sugar
  • 1/2 cup melted unsalted butter (cooled)
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 4 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 cup mashed banana (about 2 medium bananas)
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened (for the filling)
  • 1 cup brown sugar
  • 2 tablespoons ground cinnamon
  • 1/2 cup chopped walnuts (optional)
  • 4 oz cream cheese, softened (for icing)
  • 1/4 cup unsalted butter, softened (for icing)
  • 1 1/2 cups powdered sugar
  • 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract

Instructions

  1. In a large bowl, combine warm milk, yeast, and granulated sugar. Stir and let sit for about 5 minutes until frothy.
  2. Mix in melted butter, eggs, salt, and mashed banana until well combined.
  3. Gradually add flour until the dough comes together and knead on a floured surface for about 10 minutes.
  4. Place the dough in a greased bowl, cover, and let rise for about an hour.
  5. For the filling, mix softened butter, brown sugar, and cinnamon in a bowl.
  6. Roll out dough into a rectangle (20×14 inches), spread the cinnamon filling, and sprinkle walnuts if using.
  7. Roll tightly from the long side, slice into 12 rolls, and place in a greased baking dish. Let rise for 30 minutes while preheating the oven to 350°F (175°C).
  8. Bake for about 25-30 minutes until golden brown.
  9. For icing, beat together cream cheese, butter, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract until smooth.
  10. Spread icing over warm rolls. Enjoy!

Notes

Serve these rolls warm, perfect on their own or with coffee or tea. Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 2 days, in the fridge for up to a week, or freeze for up to 3 months.

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