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Banana Bread Cinnamon Rolls with Cream Cheese Glaze

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These Banana Bread Cinnamon Rolls are a fusion of soft, sweet banana bread and classic gooey cinnamon rolls. Filled with cinnamon sugar and topped with a luscious cream cheese glaze, they’re perfect for brunch or a cozy weekend treat.

Ingredients

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  • For the Dough:
  • 3/4 cup warm milk (110°F)
  • 2 1/4 tsp active dry yeast
  • 1/4 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 large egg + 1 egg yolk, room temp
  • 1/4 cup mashed ripe banana (about 1/2 banana)
  • 1/4 cup unsalted butter, melted
  • 3 cups all-purpose flour
  • 3/4 tsp salt
  • For the Filling:
  • 1/2 cup brown sugar
  • 1 tbsp ground cinnamon
  • 3 tbsp softened butter
  • Optional: extra banana slices for layering
  • For the Cream Cheese Glaze:
  • 4 oz cream cheese, softened
  • 1/4 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 1 cup powdered sugar
  • 1/2 tsp vanilla extract
  • 1–2 tbsp milk (as needed for consistency)

Instructions

  1. In a bowl, combine warm milk, sugar, and yeast. Let sit for 5–10 minutes until foamy.
  2. Add egg, yolk, mashed banana, and melted butter. Stir to combine.
  3. Add flour and salt. Mix and knead the dough for 8–10 minutes until smooth and elastic.
  4. Cover the dough and let it rise in a warm place for 1 to 1.5 hours, until doubled in size.
  5. Roll dough into a 14×9-inch rectangle. Spread with softened butter and sprinkle with brown sugar and cinnamon. Add banana slices if desired.
  6. Roll up tightly from the long edge and slice into 12 rolls.
  7. Place rolls in a greased 9×13 baking dish. Cover and let rise for 30–45 minutes until puffy.
  8. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Bake rolls for 20–25 minutes, or until lightly golden.
  9. Meanwhile, make glaze: beat softened cream cheese and butter. Add powdered sugar, vanilla, and enough milk to reach desired consistency.
  10. Frost warm rolls with glaze and top with banana slices if desired.

Notes

  • Use overripe bananas for the richest flavor.
  • Prepare the rolls the night before, refrigerate, and bake fresh in the morning.
  • Store leftovers in the fridge and warm slightly before serving for best texture.

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