Banana Bread Cinnamon Rolls


 

1. Activate the Yeast

  • Warm milk to 110°F (43°C), then mix with yeast + 1 tsp sugar. Let sit 5-10 mins until frothy.

2. Make the Dough

  • In a bowl, combine mashed bananas, yeast mixture, egg, melted butter, and vanilla.

  • Gradually add flour, salt, and cinnamon, mixing until a soft dough forms.

  • Knead 5-7 mins (by hand or mixer) until smooth.

3. First Rise

  • Place dough in a greased bowl, cover, and let rise 1-2 hours until doubled.

4. Roll & Fill

  • Roll dough into a 12x18-inch rectangle.

  • Spread softened butter, then sprinkle brown sugar + cinnamon.

5. Shape & Second Rise

  • Tightly roll into a log, slice into 9-12 pieces, and place in a greased pan.

  • Cover and rise 30-45 mins until puffy.

6. Bake

  • Bake at 350°F (175°C) for 25-30 mins until golden.

7. Glaze & Serve

  • Beat glaze ingredients until smooth, then drizzle over warm rolls.


Pro Tips

🔹 Use very ripe bananas – Extra sweetness + moisture.
🔹 Overnight option: Refrigerate shaped rolls after the second rise; bake next morning.
🔹 Add nuts: Sprinkle chopped walnuts or pecans in the filling.


3 Delicious Variations

  1. Chocolate Chip – Add ½ cup mini chocolate chips to the filling.

  2. Caramel Banana – Swirl in ½ cup caramel sauce before baking.

  3. Nutella Swirl – Replace cinnamon filling with Nutella.


Why These Rolls Are a Must-Try

These are not your average cinnamon rolls—the banana adds natural sweetness and moisture, while the spiced swirl and cream cheese glaze make them irresistibly decadent. Perfect for special occasions or just because!

Warning: You’ll want to eat the whole pan!


More Breakfast Mashups:

➡️ [Pumpkin Pie Cinnamon Rolls]
➡️ [Apple Fritter Bread]
➡️ [Chocolate Croissant French Toast]

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