These vegan peanut butter banana cinnamon rolls combine the rich flavors of peanut butter, ripe bananas, and warm cinnamon in a delightful treat perfect for breakfast or dessert. Below is a step-by-step guide to making these indulgent rolls.

Ingredients

For the Dough:

• 3 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
• 1/4 cup granulated sugar
• 1 packet active dry yeast (2 1/4 teaspoons)
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 3/4 cup warm almond milk (or any plant-based milk, around 110°F/45°C)
• 1/4 cup melted vegan butter

For the Filling:

• 1/2 cup creamy peanut butter
• 2 ripe bananas, mashed
• 1/2 cup brown sugar, packed
• 1 tablespoon ground cinnamon

For the Glaze:

• 1/2 cup powdered sugar
• 2 tablespoons creamy peanut butter
• 2-3 tablespoons almond milk (more if needed for consistency)

Instructions

Prepare the Dough:

• In a large mixing bowl, combine 2 1/4 cups of flour, sugar, yeast, and salt. Mix well.
• Add the warm almond milk and melted vegan butter to the dry ingredients. Mix until combined, then gradually add the remaining flour until a soft dough forms.
• Knead the dough on a lightly floured surface for about 5-7 minutes until smooth and elastic.

First Rise:

• Place the dough in a greased bowl, cover it with a damp cloth, and let it rise in a warm place for about 1 hour, or until doubled in size.

Prepare the Filling:

• In a small bowl, mix together the mashed bananas, peanut butter, brown sugar, and cinnamon until well combined.

Roll Out the Dough:

• Once the dough has risen, punch it down and roll it out on a floured surface into a rectangle approximately 12×18 inches.
• Spread the peanut butter and banana mixture evenly over the dough, leaving a small border around the edges.

Roll and Cut:

• Starting from one long side, tightly roll the dough into a log. Cut the log into 12 equal pieces using a sharp knife or dental floss.

Second Rise:

• Place the rolls in a greased baking dish, cover with a damp cloth, and let them rise for another 30 minutes.

Bake:

• Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Bake the rolls for about 25-30 minutes, or until golden brown.

Make the Glaze:

• While the rolls are baking, prepare the glaze by mixing together the powdered sugar, peanut butter, and enough almond milk to achieve your desired consistency.

Serve:

• Allow the rolls to cool for about 10 minutes after baking before drizzling with glaze. Serve warm for an irresistible treat!

Tips

• Use ripe bananas for maximum sweetness and flavor.
• Ensure that your milk is warm but not hot to properly activate the yeast.
• These rolls can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to three days or frozen for longer storage.

Enjoy your delicious vegan peanut butter banana cinnamon rolls!