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Delicious homemade banana cinnamon rolls topped with creamy frosting

Banana Cinnamon Rolls

Soft and fluffy banana cinnamon rolls that combine the sweetness of ripe bananas with warm cinnamon for a comforting treat.
Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Course Breakfast, Brunch, Dessert
Cuisine American
Servings 12 servings
Calories 210 kcal

Ingredients
  

Dough Ingredients

  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1/4 cup granulated sugar
  • 2 tsp baking powder
  • 1/2 tsp baking soda
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 2 ripe bananas mashed
  • 1/2 cup buttermilk
  • 1 large egg

Filling Ingredients

  • 2 tbsp ground cinnamon
  • 1/4 cup brown sugar
  • 1/4 cup chopped walnuts or pecans (optional)

Glaze Ingredients

  • 1 cup powdered sugar
  • 2 tbsp milk
  • 1/2 tsp vanilla extract

Instructions
 

Preparation

  • Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and prepare a baking dish by greasing it lightly with butter or cooking spray.
  • In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, granulated sugar, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
  • In another bowl, mix the softened butter, mashed bananas, buttermilk, and egg until well combined.
  • Gradually add the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients, stirring until just combined. Avoid overmixing.
  • On a lightly floured surface, roll out the dough into a rectangle, about 1/4 inch thick.
  • Spread softened butter evenly over the dough rectangle.
  • In a small bowl, combine the ground cinnamon and brown sugar. Sprinkle this mixture generously over the buttered dough.
  • If you’re using nuts, sprinkle them over the cinnamon mixture.
  • Carefully roll the dough into a tight log, starting from one long side to the other.
  • Slice the rolled dough into equal pieces, about 1 to 1.5 inches thick, to form the rolls.
  • Place the rolls in the prepared baking dish, allowing them to slightly touch each other.
  • Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes or until golden brown.

Glazing

  • While the rolls bake, prepare the glaze by mixing powdered sugar, milk, and vanilla extract in a small bowl until smooth.
  • Once the rolls are baked, remove them from the oven and let them cool for a few minutes before drizzling the glaze over the top.

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Notes

Ensure your bananas are very ripe for sweeter rolls. Let the rolls rise in a warm place before baking for a softer texture.
Keyword Baking Recipe, Banana Cinnamon Rolls, Banana Pastry, Cinnamon Rolls, Comfort Food