Name: Banana Bread Cinnamon Rolls : Soft, Gooey, and Glazed to Perfection
Ingredients: 1 cup mashed ripe bananas (2–3 bananas); ¼ cup granulated sugar; ¼ cup unsalted butter, melted; ½ cup whole milk, warmed to 110°F (43°C); 2 ¼ tsp active dry yeast (1 packet); 1 large egg, room temperature; 3 ½–4 cups all-purpose flour; ½ tsp salt; ½ tsp ground cinnamon; ½ cup packed light brown sugar; 2 tsp ground cinnamon; ¼ cup unsalted butter, very soft; 1 cup powdered sugar; 2–3 tbsp milk or heavy cream; ½ tsp vanilla extract

Description

Soft, spiced banana bread dough meets a gooey cinnamon-sugar swirl, baked until golden and drizzled with a simple glaze. Perfect for breakfast, brunch, or an anytime treat!

Ingredients

Scale

Banana Bread Dough:

1 cup mashed ripe bananas (2–3 bananas)
¼ cup granulated sugar
¼ cup unsalted butter, melted
½ cup whole milk, warmed to 110°F (43°C)
2 ¼ tsp active dry yeast (1 packet)
1 large egg, room temperature
3 ½–4 cups all-purpose flour
½ tsp salt
½ tsp ground cinnamon

Cinnamon-Sugar Filling:

½ cup packed light brown sugar
2 tsp ground cinnamon
¼ cup unsalted butter, very soft

Glaze:

1 cup powdered sugar
2–3 tbsp milk or heavy cream
½ tsp vanilla extract

Instructions

Proof the Yeast:
- In a mixing bowl, combine warm milk, mashed bananas, melted butter, and sugar.
- Sprinkle yeast on top, stir gently, and let sit 5–10 minutes until foamy.
Make the Dough:
- Add egg, salt, cinnamon, and 3 ½ cups flour. Mix until a shaggy dough forms.
- Knead 5–7 minutes, adding remaining flour as needed. Dough should be soft and slightly tacky.
First Rise:
- Place dough in a lightly oiled bowl, cover, and let rise 1–1.5 hours until doubled.
Roll & Fill:
- Punch down dough and roll into a 10×15-inch rectangle.
- Spread soft butter over dough, leaving a ½-inch border.
- Mix brown sugar and cinnamon and sprinkle evenly over butter. Press gently.
Roll & Slice:
- Roll tightly from the long edge opposite the border and pinch seam to seal.
- Slice into 12 even rolls (use dental floss for clean cuts).
Second Rise & Bake:
- Place rolls cut-side up in a greased 9×13-inch dish. Cover and let rise 30–45 minutes.
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and bake 20–25 minutes until golden brown.
Glaze:
- Whisk powdered sugar, 2 tbsp milk, and vanilla; add more milk to reach desired consistency.
- Drizzle over rolls after they cool for 10 minutes. Serve warm.

Notes

Nutty Swirl: Add ½ cup chopped walnuts or pecans to the filling.
Cream Cheese Frosting: Swap glaze for 4 oz cream cheese + ¼ cup butter + 1 cup powdered sugar + 1 tsp vanilla.
Chocolate Chip Bliss: Add ⅓ cup mini chocolate chips to the filling.
Overnight Option: Complete second rise, cover, and refrigerate overnight. Bake in the morning.
Vegan/Dairy-Free: Use plant-based butter and milk.