Banana Bread Cinnamon Rolls
Prep Time: 30 minutes
Ingredients:
4 large ripe bananas, mashed 🍌
1 cup warm water 💧
2 tsp active dry yeast 🐟
3 tbsp granulated sugar 🍮
4 cups all-purpose flour 🌾
1 tsp salt 💸
1/4 cup unsalted butter, melted 🥖
1/2 cup cinnamon sugar (1/2 cup granulated sugar + 2 tbsp ground cinnamon) ❗️
1/2 cup brown sugar 🍮
2 eggs, beaten 🥚
Cream cheese frosting (optional) 🎂
Preparation Steps:
1️⃣ Activate yeast: Mix warm water, yeast, and sugar. Let it sit for 5-7 minutes until frothy. 🐟
2️⃣ Combine dry ingredients: Whisk flour, salt, and cinnamon. 🌾
3️⃣ Mix wet ingredients: Combine mashed bananas, melted butter, eggs, and yeast mixture. 🍌
4️⃣ Combine wet and dry ingredients: Mix until a dough forms. 🌈
5️⃣ Knead: Knead for 10 minutes until smooth. 🏋️♀️
6️⃣ Roll out: Roll into a large rectangle. 📋
7️⃣ Spread cinnamon sugar: Evenly spread cinnamon sugar mixture. ❗️
8️⃣ Roll up: Roll into a tight log. 📦
9️⃣ Cut: Cut into 12-15 rolls. 🎂
1️⃣0️⃣ Bake: Bake at 375°F for 18-20 minutes. 🔪
Notes and Tips:
Use overripe bananas for the best flavor.
Let the dough rise in a warm place for 1 hour.
Use a stand mixer with a dough hook attachment for easier kneading.
If using cream cheese frosting, spread on warm rolls.
Store leftovers in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days.
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