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Banana Cinnamon Rolls with Peanut Butter Frosting

Banana Cinnamon Rolls with Peanut Butter Frosting
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There’s nothing quite like the delightful aroma of freshly baked Banana Cinnamon Rolls with Peanut Butter Frosting filling your kitchen. These rolls combine the classic flavors of banana bread with an indulgent twist, creating a fluffy treat that’s perfect for breakfast or as a comforting dessert. With the warmth of cinnamon and the creaminess of peanut butter frosting, each bite envelops you in a cozy embrace, making them an instant favorite for family gatherings or lazy Sunday mornings. This recipe is simple enough for beginners yet delicious enough to impress your guests.

Ingredients

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  • 1 cup whole milk (warmed)
  • ½ cup granulated sugar (divided)
  • 1 tablespoon active dry yeast
  • 1 large egg (room temperature)
  • ½ cup mashed banana (very ripe)
  • ½ cup unsalted butter (melted)
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla paste or extract
  • 5 ½ cups all-purpose flour (+ more as needed)
  • ½ teaspoon kosher salt
  • 1½ cups brown sugar (packed light or dark)
  • 2 tablespoons ground cinnamon
  • ½ cup unsalted butter (very soft)
  • 2–3 large bananas (perfectly ripe, sliced into ¼” rounds)
  • ½ cup heavy whipping cream
  • 4 ounces cream cheese (softened)
  • ¼ cup creamy peanut butter
  • 2 cups powdered sugar
  • 2–3 tablespoons heavy whipping cream

Instructions

  1. Activate the yeast by combining warm milk, half of the granulated sugar, and yeast in a bowl. Let it sit until frothy.
  2. In a mixing bowl, combine activated yeast mixture with melted butter, mashed bananas, egg, and remaining sugar. Mix until combined.
  3. Gradually add flour and salt to form a dough; knead until smooth and elastic.
  4. Allow dough to rise in a greased bowl until doubled in size (about 1 to 1.5 hours).
  5. Roll out the dough into a rectangle and spread with softened butter, brown sugar, and cinnamon.
  6. Top with banana slices, roll tightly, slice into individual rolls, and place in a greased baking dish.
  7. Let rolls rise again for about 30 minutes before baking at 350°F (175°C) for 25-30 minutes.
  8. While cooling slightly, mix cream cheese with peanut butter and powdered sugar to create frosting; drizzle over warm rolls.

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