Description
Indulge in the comforting delight of Banana Cinnamon Rolls, where the sweet, natural flavor of ripe bananas meets warm cinnamon in a fluffy, irresistible pastry. These rolls are perfect for breakfast, brunch, or any cozy occasion. Imagine pulling a fresh batch from the oven, the enticing aroma filling your kitchen as you prepare to enjoy a treat that feels like a warm hug. Easy to make and impossibly delicious, these rolls will surely impress your family and friends.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3 ripe bananas (mashed)
- 4 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 2 tsp active dry yeast
- 1 tbsp ground cinnamon
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter (melted)
- 1 cup whole milk
- 1/2 tsp salt
Instructions
- Warm milk until lukewarm, sprinkle yeast over it, and let sit for five minutes until frothy.
- In a bowl, mash bananas until smooth but not liquid.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine flour, sugar, and salt. Make a well in the center and add mashed bananas and yeast mixture. Stir until sticky dough forms.
- Knead dough on a floured surface for five minutes until smooth.
- Place dough in a greased bowl, cover with a damp cloth, and let rise in a warm place until doubled in size (about one hour).
- Roll out dough into a rectangle, spread melted butter, sprinkle with cinnamon sugar mix, roll tightly into a log, and slice into rolls.
- Place rolls in a greased baking dish and let rise again for 30 minutes. Bake at 350°F (175°C) for 25-30 minutes.
- Serve warm plain or drizzle with icing.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 roll (70g)
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 15mg