Ingredients:

  • 1/2 cup warm whole milk
  • 2 1/4 tsp active dry yeast
  • 2 tbsp honey
  • 1/2 cup mashed overripe banana
  • 4 tbsp unsalted butter, softened
  • 3 cups bread flour
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 4 tbsp unsalted butter, softened
  • 1/2 cup coconut sugar
  • 2 tbsp ground cinnamon
  • 1/2 cup finely chopped walnuts
  • 1 small banana, thinly sliced
  • 4 oz softened cream cheese
  • 1/4 cup plain Greek yogurt
  • 2 tbsp maple syrup
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 2 tbsp milk

Instructions:

  1. Combine warm milk, honey, and yeast. Let sit for 5-10 minutes until frothy.
  2. Mix in the mashed banana and softened butter. Gradually add bread flour and salt, kneading until the dough is smooth, elastic, and pulls away from the sides of the bowl.
  3. Place dough in a lightly greased bowl, cover with a damp cloth, and let rise in a warm area for 60-90 minutes until doubled in size.
  4. Punch down the dough and roll it into a 12x18 inch rectangle using a rolling pin.
  5. Spread softened butter over the dough, then evenly sprinkle coconut sugar, cinnamon, and chopped walnuts. Arrange sliced banana rounds across the surface.
  6. Roll the dough tightly into a log and cut into 12 equal rolls using unflavored dental floss for clean edges.
  7. Place rolls in a 9x13 inch baking pan and allow to rise again until puffy.
  8. Bake for 30 minutes or until golden brown.
  9. Prepare glaze by whisking together cream cheese, Greek yogurt, maple syrup, vanilla, and milk until smooth. Spread over warm rolls.