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One-Bowl Banana Bread Cinnamon Rolls Recipe

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  • Author: Kimberly
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 30 minutes
  • Total Time: 40 minutes
  • Yield: 8 servings
  • Category: Breakfast, Snack, Dessert
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

These One-Bowl Banana Bread Cinnamon Rolls combine the moist sweetness of ripe bananas with warm cinnamon and a delightful glaze. Made in a single bowl and baked to golden perfection, they offer a delicious twist on traditional cinnamon rolls with the comforting flavors of banana bread and a subtly sweet cinnamon swirl, perfect for breakfast or a cozy snack.

Ingredients

Wet Ingredients

  • 1 1/2 cups mashed ripe bananas (about 3 medium bananas)
  • 1/4 cup maple syrup or honey
  • 1/4 cup unsweetened applesauce
  • 1/4 cup melted coconut oil (or butter)
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Dry Ingredients

  • 2 teaspoons ground cinnamon, divided
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour (or gluten-free flour)
  • 1/4 cup coconut sugar or brown sugar

Filling

  • 1/4 cup coconut sugar or brown sugar
  • 1 tablespoon ground cinnamon
  • 1/4 cup chopped walnuts (optional)

Glaze

  • 1/2 cup powdered sugar
  • 1-2 tablespoons almond milk (or milk of choice)

Instructions

  1. Preheat Oven: Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease an 8×8-inch (or similar size) baking dish to ensure the cinnamon rolls don’t stick and bake evenly.
  2. Mix Wet Ingredients: In a large mixing bowl, mash the bananas until smooth. Add the maple syrup or honey, unsweetened applesauce, melted coconut oil or butter, and vanilla extract. Stir until all ingredients are well combined, creating a flavorful wet base.
  3. Add Dry Ingredients: To the same bowl, add the baking soda, salt, 1 teaspoon of ground cinnamon, and the flour. Mix thoroughly until a thick dough forms, ready for rolling out.
  4. Make Cinnamon Sugar Swirl: In a small bowl, combine the coconut sugar or brown sugar with the remaining 1 tablespoon of cinnamon. This mixture will be used to create the sweet cinnamon swirl inside the rolls.
  5. Roll out Dough: Lightly flour your working surface and roll the dough out into a rectangle about 1/4-inch thick. Evenly sprinkle the cinnamon sugar mixture over the surface and add chopped walnuts if desired, giving texture and nutty flavor.
  6. Form Rolls: Carefully roll the dough from the long edge into a tight log, maintaining the cinnamon sugar layer inside. Slice the log into 8-10 even rolls and arrange them spaced evenly in the prepared baking dish.
  7. Bake: Place the baking dish in the oven and bake for 30-35 minutes, or until the cinnamon rolls turn golden brown and are firm to the touch, indicating they are fully cooked.
  8. Prepare Glaze: While the rolls bake, whisk together the powdered sugar and almond milk (or milk of choice) in a small bowl until smooth to create a sweet glaze.
  9. Glaze and Serve: Remove the cinnamon rolls from the oven and immediately drizzle with the prepared glaze. Serve warm for the best taste experience.

Notes

  • You can substitute coconut oil with melted butter for a richer flavor.
  • Walnuts are optional; feel free to omit or substitute with other nuts like pecans.
  • Use gluten-free flour if you need a gluten-free option.
  • For a vegan version, use maple syrup and plant-based milk for the glaze.
  • If you prefer sweeter rolls, increase the cinnamon sugar filling slightly.
  • Store leftovers in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2 days or refrigerate for up to 5 days.
  • Reheat rolls in the microwave for 15-20 seconds before serving for a fresh-baked warmth.

Find it online: https://slsrecipes.com/one-bowl-banana-bread-cinnamon-rolls-recipe/