Description
These Best Soft Banana Cinnamon Rolls are a delightful treat that combines the sweetness of ripe bananas with the warm flavors of cinnamon, making them irresistible and perfect for any time of the day.
Ingredients
- 2 ripe bananas, mashed
- 1/2 cup milk
- 1/4 cup sugar
- 1/4 cup melted butter
- 1 egg
- 3 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 packet (2 1/4 tsp) active dry yeast
- 1 tsp cinnamon
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/4 cup brown sugar
- 1/4 cup chopped nuts (optional)
Instructions
- In a bowl, combine the mashed bananas, milk, sugar, melted butter, and egg.
- In another bowl, mix the flour, yeast, cinnamon, and salt.
- Gradually add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients and mix until a dough forms.
- Knead the dough on a floured surface for about 5 minutes until smooth.
- Let the dough rise in a warm place for about 1 hour or until doubled in size.
- Roll out the dough into a rectangle and spread with butter, then sprinkle with brown sugar, cinnamon, and nuts.
- Roll the dough tightly and cut into slices.
- Place the rolls in a greased baking dish and let them rise for another 30 minutes.
- Bake in a preheated oven at 350°F (175°C) for 25-30 minutes or until golden brown.
- Let cool slightly before serving.
Notes
- For extra flavor, add a cream cheese frosting on top.
- These rolls can be made ahead and frozen before baking.
- Ensure the bananas are very ripe for the best sweetness.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American