Banana Chocolate Chip Cinnamon Rolls Recipe

Cooking Directions

• STEP 1.In a large mixing bowl, combine the flour, sugar, yeast, and salt.
• STEP 2.In a separate bowl, mash the ripe bananas until smooth.
• STEP 3.Add the mashed bananas, melted butter, and warm milk to the dry ingredients. Mix until a soft dough forms.
• STEP 4.Knead the dough on a lightly floured surface for about 5 minutes, until smooth and elastic.
• STEP 5.Place the dough in a greased bowl, cover with a clean kitchen towel, and let it rise in a warm place for about 1 hour, or until doubled in size.
• STEP 6.Once the dough has risen, punch it down and roll it out into a rectangle on a lightly floured surface.
• STEP 7.Spread melted butter over the dough, then sprinkle with cinnamon and sugar. Sprinkle chocolate chips evenly over the dough.
• STEP 8.Starting from one long side, tightly roll up the dough into a log. Cut the log into 12 equal slices.
• STEP 9.Place the slices in a greased baking dish, cover with a kitchen towel, and let them rise for another 30 minutes.
• STEP 10.Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
• STEP 11.Bake the cinnamon rolls for 25-30 minutes, or until golden brown.
• STEP 12.While the rolls are baking, prepare the glaze by mixing powdered sugar, milk, and vanilla extract in a bowl.
• STEP 13.Once the rolls are done, remove them from the oven and let them cool for a few minutes.
• STEP 14.Drizzle the glaze over the warm cinnamon rolls and serve.
• STEP 15.These rolls are best enjoyed fresh, but can be stored in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2 days.

Cooking Tips

• Make sure to use ripe bananas for maximum flavor.
• You can add chopped nuts or raisins to the filling for extra texture and flavor.
• If you prefer a less sweet glaze, reduce the amount of powdered sugar in the recipe.

Storage and Serving

• These cinnamon rolls are best served warm.
• If you have leftovers, you can reheat them in the microwave for a few seconds.
• Store any remaining rolls in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2 days.