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Delicious banana bread cinnamon rolls served on a plate with icing.

Banana Bread Cinnamon Rolls

A delightful fusion of banana bread and cinnamon rolls, these gooey treats are perfect for breakfast or dessert, drizzled with a cream cheese glaze.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 8 servings
Course: Breakfast, Brunch, Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 2-3 pieces ripe bananas, mashed Use ripe bananas for better flavor.
  • 1/4 cup granulated sugar
  • 1/4 cup brown sugar
  • 1/3 cup melted butter Use real butter for best texture.
  • 1 piece egg
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour Consider using a high-quality flour.
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1 tablespoon ground cinnamon The key flavor ingredient.
For the Cream Cheese Glaze
  • 1/2 cup cream cheese, softened
  • 1/4 cup powdered sugar
  • 1 tablespoon milk

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. In a mixing bowl, combine the mashed bananas, granulated sugar, brown sugar, melted butter, egg, and vanilla extract.
  3. In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, and ground cinnamon.
  4. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the banana mixture, stirring until just combined.
  5. Turn the dough out onto a floured surface and roll it into a rectangle.
  6. Spread a little melted butter over the dough and sprinkle more cinnamon and sugar over it if desired.
  7. Roll the dough up tightly into a log and slice into rolls.
  8. Place the rolls in a greased baking dish and bake for 25-30 minutes or until golden brown.
  9. For the glaze, beat the softened cream cheese, powdered sugar, and milk together until smooth.
  10. Drizzle the glaze over the warm rolls and serve.

Notes

For a fluffier interior, let the dough rest for ten minutes before rolling. These rolls can be assembled and refrigerated overnight for convenience.