Banana Cinnamon Rolls (Print Version)
# Ingredients:
→ Dough
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4 cups all-purpose flour
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1 cup mashed banana (about 2-3 medium bananas)
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1 cup warm milk
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1/2 cup granulated sugar
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1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
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2 1/4 teaspoons active dry yeast
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2 large eggs
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1 teaspoon salt
→ Filling
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2 tablespoons ground cinnamon
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1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
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1 cup brown sugar
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1/2 cup chopped walnuts
→ Icing
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1 1/2 cups powdered sugar
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4 oz cream cheese, softened
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1/4 cup unsalted butter, softened
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1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
# Instructions:
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Stir the yeast, sugar, and warm milk in a big bowl. Wait a few minutes until it gets foamy.
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Mix together the yeast mixture with the bananas, melted butter, salt, and eggs. Make sure everything is combined well.
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Add the flour bit by bit, mixing until you get a dough. Knead it for about 10 minutes on a board with some flour sprinkled on it.
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Put the dough in an oiled bowl and cover it. Let it sit for roughly an hour in a warm area until it’s doubled in size.
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Mix the softened butter, brown sugar, and cinnamon in a bowl.
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Roll the dough into a rectangle about 20x14 inches on a floured counter. Spread the filling and sprinkle the walnuts evenly on top, if you’re using them.
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Roll the dough tightly from the long side into a log. Slice it into 12 pieces and position them in a pan that’s been greased.
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Cover the rolls and let them puff up again for another 30 minutes. Meanwhile, preheat your oven to 175°C (350°F).
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Pop the rolls into the oven and bake for 25-30 minutes, or until they’re golden on top.
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Using a mixer or spoon, beat the cream cheese, powdered sugar, softened butter, and vanilla until creamy. Spread the icing on the warm rolls.
# Notes:
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Ripe bananas work best! They add natural sweetness to the dough.