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Banana Cinnamon Rolls

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Delicious and easy-to-make Banana Cinnamon Rolls, perfect for breakfast or brunch.

Ingredients

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  • 2 ripe bananas
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1/4 cup sugar
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 2 teaspoons baking powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/4 cup unsalted butter, melted
  • 3/4 cup milk
  • 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 tablespoon cinnamon
  • 1/2 cup brown sugar
  • 1 package cream cheese
  • 1/4 cup powdered sugar
  • 1 tablespoon milk (for icing)

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
  2. Mash the ripe bananas in a bowl. Mix in the melted butter, milk, and vanilla extract until well combined.
  3. In another bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, salt, baking powder, and baking soda.
  4. Gradually add the banana mixture to the dry ingredients. Stir until a dough forms.
  5. On a floured surface, roll out the dough into a rectangle.
  6. Mix together the brown sugar and cinnamon, then spread it over the rolled-out dough.
  7. Add sliced bananas on top of the filling.
  8. Tightly roll the dough into a log and slice it into 1-inch pieces.
  9. Place the rolls in a greased baking dish and bake for 20-25 minutes or until they are golden brown.
  10. While they bake, beat the cream cheese, powdered sugar, and milk in a bowl until smooth to create the icing.
  11. Drizzle the icing over the warm rolls and serve.

Notes

You can use whole wheat flour for a healthier option. Add walnuts or pecans for extra crunch.