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Brown Butter Banana Cinnamon Roll Cake

Brown Butter Banana Cinnamon Roll Cake to Wow Your Taste Buds

Delight in the moist and flavorful Brown Butter Banana Cinnamon Roll Cake—a sweet twist perfect for dessert or a coffee companion.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Cooling Time 15 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 5 minutes
Servings: 12 slices
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 280
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Cake
  • 1 cup Brown Sugar can be replaced with coconut sugar for a healthier option
  • 1 tablespoon Cinnamon use pumpkin spice for a different flavor profile
  • ½ cup Unsalted Butter substitute with plant-based butter for a dairy-free option
  • 2 ripe Mashed/Puréed Bananas overripe bananas work best
  • ½ cup Brown Butter make by melting unsalted butter until golden brown
  • 1 large Egg can substitute with a flax egg for a vegan option
  • ½ cup Milk almond or buttermilk are great alternatives depending on dietary restrictions
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract use freshly scraped vanilla bean for a stronger taste
  • 2 cups Flour all-purpose flour or gluten-free flour can be used
  • 1 tablespoon Baking Powder ensure it’s fresh for proper rise
For the Frosting
  • 1 cup Powdered Sugar can replace with erythritol for a low-calorie version
  • 2-3 tablespoons Milk/Heavy Cream use coconut milk for a dairy-free option

Equipment

  • 9x13 inch baking pan
  • Mixing Bowls
  • Whisk
  • Spatula
  • Wire Rack

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions for Brown Butter Banana Cinnamon Roll Cake
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (180°C) and grease a 9x13 inch baking pan.
  2. In a large bowl, combine 2 cups of all-purpose flour, 1 tablespoon of baking powder, 1 teaspoon of cinnamon, and 1 cup of brown sugar.
  3. In a separate bowl, melt ½ cup of unsalted butter until golden brown. Allow it to cool slightly, then add 2 ripe, mashed bananas, 1 egg, ½ cup of milk, and 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract. Whisk until smooth.
  4. Pour the wet mixture into the bowl with dry ingredients and mix gently until just combined.
  5. Spread the batter evenly in the prepared baking pan and bake for 25-30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted comes out clean.
  6. Let the cake cool in the pan for 10-15 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
  7. Prepare the frosting by combining 1 cup of powdered sugar with 2-3 tablespoons of milk or heavy cream until smooth.
  8. Once cooled, frost the cake and serve warm with coffee or tea.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 280kcalCarbohydrates: 40gProtein: 3gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 7gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 35mgSodium: 200mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 1gSugar: 18gVitamin A: 400IUVitamin C: 3mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Use overripe bananas for enhanced sweetness. Avoid overmixing to maintain moistness.

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