Description
These Banana Bread Cinnamon Rolls combine the comforting flavors of banana bread with a decadent maple cream cheese swirl and glaze, creating a warm and delightful treat. Perfect for brunch or a sweet snack!
Ingredients
Scale
- 250g (2 cups) All-Purpose Flour: The base of the rolls, measure carefully.
- 1 tsp (5g) Baking Soda: Leavening agent for a fluffy texture.
- ½ tsp (2.5g) Salt: Enhances sweetness and balances flavors.
- 2 tsp (6g) Ground Cinnamon: Adds warm, aromatic spice.
- 100g (½ cup) Granulated Sugar: Provides sweetness and browning.
- 100g (½ cup) Brown Sugar: Adds molasses flavor and moisture.
- 100g (½ cup) Unsalted Butter, Melted: Creates a tender crumb.
- 2 Large Ripe Bananas, Mashed (≈200g): The heart of the banana bread flavor.
- 2 Large Eggs: Binds ingredients and adds richness.
- 1 tsp (5ml) Alcohol-Free Vanilla Extract: Enhances the overall flavor.
- 120ml (½ cup) Milk (or Plant-Based Milk): Adds moisture to the dough.
- 150g (5.3oz) Cream Cheese, Softened: Base for the maple cream cheese swirl.
- 2 tbsp (30ml) Maple Syrup: Adds maple flavor to the swirl.
- 1 tbsp (15g) Unsalted Butter, Softened (for swirl): Contributes to swirl texture.
- ½ tsp (2.5ml) Alcohol-Free Vanilla Extract (for swirl): Enhances swirl flavor.
- 2 tbsp (30g) Unsalted Butter (for glaze): Creates a smooth glaze.
- 2 tbsp (30ml) Maple Syrup (for glaze): Adds maple flavor to the glaze.
- 1 tbsp (8g) Powdered Sugar, Optional (for glaze shine): Adds sweetness and shine.
- 2 tbsp (15g) Toasted Coconut Flakes: Adds texture and tropical flavor.
- Pinch of Ground Cinnamon (for garnish): Final touch of warmth.
Instructions
- Preheat & Prepare: Preheat oven to 180°C (350°F) and grease a 9×13 inch baking dish.
- Combine Dry Ingredients: Whisk together flour, baking soda, salt, cinnamon, and sugars.
- Mix Wet Ingredients: Combine melted butter, mashed bananas, eggs, vanilla, and milk.
- Combine Wet & Dry: Gently mix wet and dry ingredients until a soft dough forms.
- Roll Out Dough: Roll dough into a 30cm x 40cm (12 x 16 inches) rectangle.
- Prepare Swirl: Beat cream cheese, butter, maple syrup, and vanilla until creamy.
- Swirl It Up: Spread swirl over dough, leaving a 2cm (¾ inch) border.
- Roll & Cut: Roll dough tightly and cut into 12 pieces.
- Arrange & Bake: Place rolls in baking dish and bake for 20-25 minutes.
- Make Glaze: Melt butter, stir in maple syrup and powdered sugar.
- Glaze & Garnish: Drizzle glaze over rolls and sprinkle with coconut and cinnamon.
- Rest & Serve: Let rest for 5 minutes before serving.
Notes
For best results, use very ripe bananas and softened cream cheese. Avoid overmixing the dough to prevent tough rolls.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 roll
- Calories: 350 kcal
- Sugar: 25 g
- Sodium: 200 mg
- Fat: 18 g
- Saturated Fat: 8 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 45 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 5 g
- Cholesterol: 75 mg
Keywords: banana bread,cinnamon rolls,maple,breakfast,brunch,dessert,sweet treat,baking