Description
Delight in these One-Bowl Banana Bread Cinnamon Rolls, a scrumptious twist combining the moistness of banana bread with the comforting swirl of cinnamon rolls. Made in a single bowl and baked to golden perfection, these rolls are sweetened naturally with maple syrup and enhanced with warm spices and optional walnuts for crunch. Topped with a simple glaze, they make a perfect breakfast or snack treat.
Ingredients
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Dough 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
- 2 teaspoons ground cinnamon, divided
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour (or gluten-free flour)
Swirl 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
- Preheat and prepare dish: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease an 8×8-inch (or similar size) baking dish to prevent sticking.
- Mix wet ingredients: In a large mixing bowl, mash the bananas until smooth. Add the maple syrup (or honey), unsweetened applesauce, melted coconut oil, and vanilla extract. Stir thoroughly until well combined.
- Add dry ingredients: To the same bowl, incorporate the baking soda, salt, 1 teaspoon of ground cinnamon, and all the flour. Mix until a thick dough forms, ensuring all ingredients are well combined.
- Prepare cinnamon-sugar swirl: In a small bowl, mix together the coconut sugar (or brown sugar) and 1 tablespoon ground cinnamon. Set aside this aromatic filling.
- Roll out dough: On a lightly floured surface, roll out the dough into a 1/4-inch thick rectangle. Evenly sprinkle the cinnamon-sugar mixture over the dough surface and optionally add chopped walnuts for extra texture.
- Form rolls: Carefully roll the dough from the long edge into a tight log shape. Slice the log into 8-10 even rolls and arrange them snugly in the greased baking dish.
- Bake: Place the dish into the preheated oven and bake for 30 to 35 minutes, or until the rolls turn golden brown and are firm to the touch.
- Prepare glaze: While the rolls bake, whisk together the powdered sugar and almond milk in a small bowl until smooth and pourable.
- Finish and serve: Once baked, remove the rolls from the oven and immediately drizzle the glaze over them. Serve warm for the best flavor and texture.
Notes
- You can substitute coconut oil with melted butter for a richer flavor.
- If avoiding nuts, omit the chopped walnuts without impacting the recipe significantly.
- Use gluten-free flour to make this recipe gluten-free.
- The glaze consistency can be adjusted by adding more or less milk to suit your preference.
- Store leftover rolls in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days or refrigerate for up to a week.
