Description
Soft and fragrant Banana Nut Cinnamon Rolls made with ripe bananas and crunchy nuts, perfect for a cozy breakfast or snack.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 ripe bananas, mashed
- 1/4 cup sugar
- 1/3 cup melted butter
- 1 egg
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tablespoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup chopped nuts (walnuts or pecans)
- 1 tablespoon ground cinnamon
- 1/2 cup brown sugar
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C). Grease a baking dish (an 8×8-inch or similar works well). Lightly flour a clean work surface.
- Mix the mashed bananas, 1/4 cup sugar, melted butter, egg, and vanilla extract in a bowl until smooth. In another bowl, whisk together the 2 cups flour, 1 tablespoon baking powder, and 1/2 teaspoon salt. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the banana mixture and stir until a soft dough forms.
- Roll the dough out on the floured surface into a rectangle about 10×12 inches. Spread a little melted butter over the dough surface, then sprinkle evenly with 1/2 cup brown sugar, 1 tablespoon ground cinnamon, and 1/2 cup chopped nuts. Press the filling gently so it adheres.
- Roll the dough tightly from the long edge into a log. Slice the log into 8 equal rolls and place them cut-side up in the greased baking dish. Bake for 20–25 minutes or until golden brown and set in the center. Let cool slightly before serving.
Notes
Serve warm for the best texture and flavor. Pair with coffee or tea, and consider drizzling with a simple glaze for added sweetness.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 roll
- Calories: 345
- Sugar: 24g
- Sodium: 330mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 52g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 30mg