Upside-Down Banana Bread Cinnamon Rolls

A brunch lover's dream come true! This banana-packed roll with a cinnamon-spiced center is a perfect way to start your day or your brunch party with a little bit of sweetness.

Instructions

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   In a large, microwave-proof bowl, combine the milk and melted butter. Microwave for 40 seconds, until the milk mixture reaches 110˚F (45˚C). Add the yeast, then let sit for 10 minutes.

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   Add the granulated sugar, salt, mashed bananas and stir.

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   Add 3½ cups (435 g) of flour, ½ cup (60 g) at a time, stirring between each addition.

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   Transfer the dough to a floured surface and knead for 3 minutes, adding more flour ¼ cup (30 g) at a time if the dough is sticking to your hands or the surface. Form the dough into a ball.

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   Add the oil to clean large bowl and place the dough in the bowl. Cover with a kitchen towel and let rise for in the refrigerator for at least 3 hours, or overnight, until doubled in size.

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   Once the dough has risen, roll it out to a ¼-inch-thick (6-mm) rectangle about 18x12 inches (20x30 cm).

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   Make the filling by mixing the melted butter, granulated sugar, and cinnamon together in a small bowl.

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   Spread the filling evenly over the dough. Roll up the dough and slice into 15 1½-inch (4-cm) thick slices (discard the ends).

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   Make the caramel sauce: In a small saucepan over medium heat, combine the butter, brown sugar, salt, vanilla, and honey. Keep stirring to prevent the sugar from sticking to the pan. Bring to a gentle boil, then remove the pan from the heat.

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    Pour the caramel sauce into a 9x12-inch (23x30-cm) baking dish and sprinkle the walnuts on top of sauce. Arrange the rolls in the dish so there are 3 rows of 5 rolls.

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    Cover with plastic wrap and let the rolls rise for 15 minutes, in a warm place.

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    Preheat the oven to 350˚F (180˚C).

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    Remove the plastic wrap and bake the cinnamon rolls for 40 minutes, or until light golden brown.

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    Let cool for 20 minutes, then invert the rolls onto a serving platter. Leftover cinnamon rolls can be stored up to 5 days in the refrigerator. Reheat in the microwave or oven.

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    Enjoy!

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