Banana Bread Cinnamon Rolls Recipe
This Banana Bread Cinnamon recipe is a delightful twist on traditional banana bread, incorporating warm cinnamon flavor for a comforting and aromatic treat. Soft and moist, these cinnamon rolls made from banana bread batter are perfect for breakfast or a sweet snack, combining the natural sweetness of ripe bananas with the cozy notes of cinnamon sugar.
- Author: Rami
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: 8-10 rolls 1x
- Category: Baking
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Wet Ingredients
- 3 ripe bananas (mashed)
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter (melted)
- 3/4 cup whole milk (or almond milk)
- 2 large eggs
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
Dry Ingredients
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 2 tsp baking powder
- 1 tbsp ground cinnamon
For Cinnamon Sugar Filling
- Softened butter (for spreading, about 2-3 tbsp)
- Cinnamon-sugar mixture (approximately 2 tbsp ground cinnamon mixed with 2 tbsp granulated sugar)
- Preheat oven and prepare baking dish: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and lightly grease a baking dish to prevent sticking.
- Mix wet ingredients: In a medium bowl, mash the ripe bananas thoroughly. Add melted butter, granulated sugar, eggs, milk, and vanilla extract, mixing well until the ingredients are fully combined and the batter is smooth.
- Combine dry ingredients: In a separate large bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking powder, and ground cinnamon to ensure even distribution of ingredients.
- Combine wet and dry ingredients: Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, stirring gently until just combined. Avoid overmixing to keep the bread tender and light.
- Roll dough and add filling: Lightly flour a clean surface and roll the dough into a rectangle about 1/4 inch thick. Spread softened butter evenly over the dough, then generously sprinkle with the cinnamon-sugar mixture.
- Form rolls: Carefully roll the dough tightly into a log shape. Using a sharp knife, cut the roll into equal-sized pieces, about 1 to 1.5 inches thick.
- Arrange rolls and allow to rise: Place the cut rolls into the greased baking dish, arranging them so they have room to rise slightly before baking.
- Bake: Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, or until the tops are golden brown and a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
Notes
- For a dairy-free version, substitute whole milk with almond milk and use dairy-free butter.
- Do not overmix the batter as it can make the bread dense.
- Ensure bananas are very ripe for maximum sweetness and flavor.
- Allow the rolls to cool slightly before serving to enhance flavor and texture.
- Optional toppings include a light drizzle of cream cheese glaze or powdered sugar dusting.
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