Banana Bread Cinnamon Rolls
Don't throw away spotty bananas! These lovely little Banana Bread Cinnamon Rolls beat a trip to the bakery every time. The best of two classic baked treats, they’re absolutely spot on with a cuppa first thing in the morning. You can have them ready in under an hour – with just 15 minutes of prep, and 20 minutes of baking until golden. Just wait until you bite into the delightfully sweet filling of cinnamon-infused smashed bananas…
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NutritionPer Serving
- Calories124
- Carbs25g
- Protein4.8g
- Fat1.1g
- Saturates0.3g
- Sugars4.7g
For the full list of ingredients and comprehensive instructions, please see the recipe card below. Before you scroll, there’s important stuff in the blurb!
These Banana Bread Cinnamon Rolls are a proper feel-good sweet treat. Not only do they brighten up grey mornings (or mid-afternoon slumps!), they’re also filled with a sweet, cinnamon-infused smashed banana filling that’s utterly irresistible.
Don’t chuck those spotty bananas sitting in your fruit bowl! Their softer texture is absolutely spot on for this recipe, and lots of other banana-based creations. Paired with aromatic cinnamon, you’ve got the best flavours from two classic baked goodies in one.
We’ve kept this breakfast, brunch or afternoon tea wonder nice and simple, with a short list of ingredients you’re likely to have at home already. Preparing the low-calorie dough with eggs and fat-free Greek yoghurt might sound strange but trust us, it works like a dream!
Why not whip up a batch that’ll stash away nicely in an airtight container, ready to impress friends, family or colleagues? Heat them up gently to serve with a warm, frothy coffee and thank us later.
What diets are these Banana Bread Cinnamon Rolls suitable for?
These Banana Bread Cinnamon Rolls are suitable for vegetarian diets.
You can make your batch dairy-free by using dairy-free fat-free Greek yoghurt.
Please make sure to double or triple check all of your ingredients if you’re cooking for people with allergies.
Do you need any special ingredients to make Banana Bread Cinnamon Rolls?
You don’t need any fancy ingredients to make these gorgeous Banana Bread Cinnamon Rolls.
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Use granulated sweetener with the same weight and texture as sugar.
A little bit of ground cinnamon goes a long way in this warming recipe.
How many calories are in Banana Bread Cinnamon Rolls?
There are 124 calories in Banana Bread Cinnamon Rolls, which means they fall into our Everyday Light category.
To cut down the amount of calories even more, you can simply halve the portion size and serve with a healthy accompaniment!
Banana Bread Cinnamon Rolls are perfect if you’re following a calorie-controlled diet, and fits well with any one of the major diet plans such as Weight Watchers.
As a guide, an average man needs around 2,500kcal (10,500kJ) a day to maintain a healthy body weight. For an average woman, that figure is around 2,000kcal (8,400kJ) a day. Obviously, if your goal is to lose weight then you might want to adjust these slightly! You can read more about these recommendations on the NHS website.
Step 1
Preheat the oven to 190°C and line a baking tray with non-stick baking paper.
Step 2
To make the filling, add the banana to a bowl along with the cinnamon and sweetener. Stir until smooth and combined.
Step 3
Add the flour, yoghurt, egg, sweetener, cinnamon and vanilla to a large mixing bowl. Bring together with your hands to a rough dough.
Step 4
Tip the dough out onto a lightly floured surface and bring together to form a smooth dough. Divide into 8 pieces.
Step 5
Roll into 8 sausage shapes (about 20cm long). Flatten slightly and spread a little of the filling onto each. Gently shape into spirals and place onto the lined baking tray.
Step 6
Spray the tops of the rolls with a little low-calorie cooking spray. Cook for 15-20 minutes until browned. Leave to cool on the tray for 5 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
Step 7
To make the topping, add the icing sugar to a small bowl, then add the water (a little at a time) to make a thick icing. Once the buns are cool, drizzle over the icing and serve.
What could I serve with Banana Bread Cinnamon Rolls?
These Banana Bread Cinnamon Rolls are the perfect way to start the day, or they make for a gorgeous addition to a spread of sweet bites. Try them with any of these slimming-friendly bakes:
How do you know when Banana Bread Cinnamon Rolls are ready?
You’ll bake these Banana Bread Cinnamon Rolls until they’re golden brown. This will take around 15-20 minutes.
Standard advice here in the UK is to cook food until it has reached 70°C and stayed at that temperature for 2 minutes. This is to keep your family safe.
How long can you keep Banana Bread Cinnamon Rolls in the fridge?
Once you’ve put them out, ideally you should eat these Banana Bread Cinnamon Rolls within 4 hours.
If you allow any leftovers to cool, make sure to refrigerate in a container with a lid and chill. You can keep leftovers of Banana Bread Cinnamon Rolls in the fridge for approximately 3 days or so.
Can I freeze Banana Bread Cinnamon Rolls?
Yes, you can! These rolls can be frozen, but please remember to do the following;
- Freeze them as soon as they are cold enough.
- Use a container that is suitable for freezing.
Don’t forget to add a label telling you the name of the recipe and the date you’re freezing your batch of rolls.
How do I reheat Banana Bread Cinnamon Rolls?
From frozen: Allow to defrost, and then heat gently in the oven until piping hot.
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Banana Bread Cinnamon Rolls
These Banana Bread Cinnamon Rolls beat a trip to the bakery every time! They're delightfully sweet and crisp, with a smashed banana filling.
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Prep Time
15 MINS
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Cook Time
20 MINS
- KCals 124
- Carbs 25G
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 190°C and line a baking tray with non-stick baking paper.
- To make the filling, add the banana to a bowl along with the cinnamon and sweetener. Stir until smooth and combined.
- Add the flour, yoghurt, egg, sweetener, cinnamon and vanilla to a large mixing bowl. Bring together with your hands to a rough dough.
- Tip the dough out onto a lightly floured surface and bring together to form a smooth dough. Divide into 8 pieces.
- Roll into 8 sausage shapes (about 20cm long). Flatten slightly and spread a little of the filling onto each. Gently shape into spirals and place onto the lined baking tray.
- Spray the tops of the rolls with a little low-calorie cooking spray. Cook for 15-20 minutes until browned. Leave to cool on the tray for 5 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
- To make the topping, add the icing sugar to a small bowl, then add the water (a little at a time) to make a thick icing. Once the buns are cool, drizzle over the icing and serve.
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