Description
Classic banana bread meets cinnamon rolls in this mouthwatering fusion dessert. Warm spices and sweet banana create a comforting treat that melts in your mouth, inviting you to savor each delectable bite.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 3 ½ cups (440 g) all-purpose flour
- 1 medium ripe banana (about ½ cup)
- 1 large egg
Dough Ingredients:
- ¾ cup (180 ml) warm milk
- 2 ¼ teaspoons (1 packet) active dry yeast
- ¼ cup (50 g) granulated sugar
- ¼ cup (60 g) unsalted butter, melted
- ½ teaspoon salt
Filling and Frosting Ingredients:
- ½ cup (115 g) unsalted butter, softened
- ½ cup (100 g) brown sugar, packed
- 2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
- 4 ounces (115 g) cream cheese, softened
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup (120 g) powdered sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 12 tablespoons milk
Instructions
- Activate the yeast by whisking it with warm milk and a touch of sugar. Allow the mixture to bloom and become frothy, indicating the yeast is alive and ready to work its magic.
- Incorporate mashed bananas, melted butter, egg, and remaining sugar into the activated yeast mixture. Gradually fold in flour until a soft, slightly tacky dough emerges.
- Knead the dough on a lightly dusted surface, working it until smooth and supple. Transfer to a greased vessel, drape with a kitchen towel, and let it rise in a cozy, draft-free environment until it doubles in volume.
- While the dough develops, create the filling by blending softened butter with brown sugar and ground cinnamon into a luscious, fragrant spread.
- Deflate the risen dough and roll it into a generous rectangular shape. Generously spread the cinnamon-sugar mixture across the surface, leaving a narrow border untouched.
- Tightly roll the dough from the long edge, creating a spiraled log. Slice the log into 12 even portions, arranging them snugly in a prepared baking dish.
- Allow the rolls a second proofing, covering them to let them become puffy and slightly expanded.
- Preheat the oven and bake the rolls until they transform into a golden, aromatic delicacy.
- Craft a velvety cream cheese frosting by whipping together cream cheese, butter, powdered sugar, vanilla, and a splash of milk until silky smooth.
- Lavish the warm rolls with the decadent frosting, serving them immediately for maximum enjoyment.
Notes
- Ensure milk is warm but not hot to activate yeast correctly without killing it.
- Use overripe bananas for maximum sweetness and moisture in the rolls.
- Knead dough thoroughly to develop gluten, creating a softer, more tender texture.
- Room temperature ingredients blend more smoothly, improving overall dough consistency.
- Proof yeast first to guarantee active fermentation before mixing other ingredients.
- Allow sufficient rising time in a draft-free, warm environment for optimal dough expansion.
- Roll dough evenly to create uniform cinnamon rolls with consistent baking.
- Check rolls at 20 minutes to prevent over-browning, as ovens vary in temperature.
- Use cream cheese at room temperature for smoother, lump-free frosting.
- Let rolls cool slightly before frosting to prevent melting and maintain decorative appearance.
- Store leftover rolls covered at room temperature for 2-3 days or refrigerate for longer preservation.
- For gluten-free adaptation, substitute all-purpose flour with a cup-for-cup gluten-free blend.
- Reduce sugar content by using alternative sweeteners like stevia or monk fruit for diabetic-friendly version.
- Prep Time: 25 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Breakfast, Snacks, Desserts
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 12
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 12 g
- Sodium: 210 mg
- Fat: 10 g
- Saturated Fat: 6 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 42 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 4 g
- Cholesterol: 40 mg