Banana Cinnamon Rolls with Crunchy Topping

Dive into these gluten-free rolls, where the classic cinnamon flavor is elevated with the sweetness of banana and a unique cereal crunch. Here’s a creative take on your provided recipe:

Dough Essentials:

• 6 tablespoons unsalted butter
• 1/2 cup whole milk
• 1/3 cup granulated sugar
• 1/2 cup warm water (around 110°F)
• 1 teaspoon sea salt
• 1 packet of instant yeast
• 1 cup mashed ripe bananas (about 2 medium bananas)
• 3 and 1/2 cups gluten-free all-purpose flour or gluten-free bread flour

Preparing the Dough:

1. Begin by mashing bananas in a large mixing bowl. In a separate container, mix half of the sugar with yeast and warm water. Let it stand for 5 minutes until it starts to froth.
2. In a pot, combine butter, the remaining sugar, salt, and milk. Warm until it just begins to bubble on the sides. Remove from heat and let it cool slightly.
3. Combine the yeast mixture with the bananas, then gradually blend in the milk mixture.
4. Gradually add flour, a cup at a time, mixing at a low speed. After all the flour is in, mix for an additional 3 minutes.
5. Turn out the dough onto a surface dusted with gluten-free flour. Roll it out to roughly 9x12 inches.

Filling Creation:

• 10 oz of cinnamon cereal spread
• 1 and 1/2 teaspoons cinnamon
• 1/2 cup packed brown sugar
• 4 tablespoons unsalted butter

Assembling the Rolls:

1. Combine cinnamon and brown sugar in a bowl.
2. Spread the cereal crunch spread over the flattened dough and then sprinkle the cinnamon-sugar mixture on top.
3. Roll up the dough and slice it into 9 even pieces.
4. Butter a 10-inch square baking dish and place the rolls inside. Cover them with plastic wrap and a kitchen towel.
5. Allow the rolls to rise until they are 1 and 1/2 times their original size, which should take about 3 hours.
6. Bake in an oven preheated to 350°F for 30 minutes.

Glaze Ingredients:

• 2 cups confectioners' sugar
• 2 tablespoons milk
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Finishing Touch:

1. Whisk together the confectioners' sugar, milk, and vanilla extract to create a smooth glaze.
2. Once the rolls are baked, let them cool slightly and then drizzle with the glaze.

Serve these enticing Banana Cinnamon Rolls with Crunchy Topping and enjoy a twist on the traditional, with each bite offering a soft, flavorful, and texturally pleasing experience!