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Banana Cinnamon Rolls Twist with Brown Butter Glaze

Three freshly baked banana cinnamon rolls twist covered in rich caramel glaze, sitting on a white plate.
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Make soft, sweet breakfast pastry ideas by twisting banana and cinnamon filling into homemade spiral buns. This recipe simplifies the process for a happy home.

Ingredients

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  • 1 package active dry yeast
  • 1/2 cup warm milk (about 110°F)
  • 1/4 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 large egg, room temperature
  • 1/4 cup unsalted butter, melted
  • 3 cups all-purpose flour, plus more for dusting
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened (for filling)
  • 1/2 cup packed light brown sugar (for filling)
  • 2 tablespoons ground cinnamon (for filling)
  • 2 ripe bananas, mashed well (for filling)
  • 1/2 cup chopped pecans, toasted (optional)
  • 1/2 cup powdered sugar (for glaze)
  • 2 tablespoons brown butter, melted (for glaze)
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract (for glaze)
  • 1 tablespoon milk or cream (for glaze)

Instructions

  1. Activate the yeast: In a large bowl, dissolve the yeast and 1 teaspoon of the granulated sugar in the warm milk. Let stand for 5 minutes until foamy.
  2. Make the dough: Add the remaining sugar, egg, melted butter, flour, and salt to the yeast mixture. Mix until a shaggy dough forms, then knead on a lightly floured surface for 6-8 minutes until smooth and elastic. Place the dough in a greased bowl, cover, and let rise in a warm place for 1 to 1.5 hours, or until doubled in size.
  3. Prepare the filling: While the dough rises, mix the softened butter, brown sugar, and cinnamon together until smooth. Stir in the mashed bananas and toasted pecans, if using. This unique cinnamon roll filling keeps the banana moist.
  4. Shape the rolls: Punch down the risen dough. Roll it out on a lightly floured surface into a large rectangle, about 12×18 inches. Spread the banana-cinnamon filling evenly over the dough, leaving a 1-inch border on one long edge.
  5. Create the twist: Starting from the long edge opposite the border, roll the dough tightly into a log. Pinch the seam closed. Cut the log into 12 equal pieces.
  6. Assemble the twists: Take each piece and gently twist it once or twice before placing it cut-side up in a greased 9×13 inch baking dish. Cover and let rise again for 30 minutes. Preheat your oven to 375°F.
  7. Bake: Bake for 20-25 minutes, or until golden brown.
  8. Make the glaze: While the rolls cool slightly, whisk together the powdered sugar, melted brown butter, vanilla extract, and milk until smooth.
  9. Finish: Drizzle the brown butter glaze over the warm banana cinnamon rolls twist. Serve immediately for soft sweet rolls.

Notes

  • For the best flavor, use very ripe bananas; their natural sweetness reduces the need for extra sugar in the filling.
  • If you prefer a cream cheese frosting, substitute the simple glaze ingredients with 4 oz softened cream cheese, 1/4 cup softened butter, 1 cup powdered sugar, and 1 teaspoon vanilla extract, beaten until smooth.
  • To prevent excessive leaking, ensure the banana mash is thick; avoid adding extra liquid to the filling mixture.

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