Homemade Banana Cinnamon Rolls with Cream Cheese Frosting
These banana cinnamon rolls are soft and fluffy, topped with a creamy icing, making them a delightful breakfast or dessert treat.
Ingredients
- 2 ripe bananas mashed until smooth
- 2 cups all-purpose flour plus extra for dusting
- ¼ cup granulated sugar
- 1 tablespoon baking powder
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ¼ cup unsalted butter melted and slightly cooled
- ¾ cup milk at room temperature
- ½ cup cream cheese softened to room temperature
- 1 cup powdered sugar sifted
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1-2 tablespoons milk for adjusting icing consistency
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and grease a 9x13-inch baking dish.
- In a large bowl, combine mashed bananas, melted butter, and milk until smooth.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together flour, sugar, baking powder, cinnamon, and salt.
- Gradually mix dry ingredients into the banana mixture until just combined.
- Roll the dough out on a floured surface to about ½ inch thick.
- Brush melted butter over the dough and sprinkle with cinnamon and sugar.
- Roll the dough tightly into a log and slice into 12 equal pieces.
- Arrange rolls in the baking dish and bake for 20-25 minutes until golden brown.
- Prepare the cream cheese frosting by mixing cream cheese, powdered sugar, vanilla, and milk until smooth.
- Drizzle frosting over warm rolls and serve immediately.
Notes
For added flavor, garnish with chopped walnuts or pecans.