Made By Emily
Breakfast

Banana Chocolate Chip Bread Rolls Recipe

Freshly baked banana chocolate chip bread rolls on a wooden table.

Recipe Summary

Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 20 minutes
Total Time: 30 minutes
Servings: 8 rolls
Cuisine: American
Course: Snack
Calories: 130 per roll

Ingredients

  • 1 ripe banana (115 g peeled)
  • 1 egg
  • 2 tablespoons (30 ml) olive oil or melted butter
  • 1 cup (150 g) all-purpose flour or bread flour
  • 1 teaspoon (5 g) baking powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon (1.5 g) ground cinnamon
  • 1/2 teaspoon (1.5 g) salt
  • 1/4 cup (40 g) chocolate chips (optional)

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and grease a baking tray or line it with parchment paper for easy removal.
  2. In a mixing bowl, mash the ripe banana with a fork until smooth.
  3. Add the egg and olive oil or melted butter to the mashed banana. Mix until fully combined.
  4. Sift in the flour, baking powder, ground cinnamon, and salt into the wet ingredients. Stir until just combined; it’s okay if the batter is a little lumpy.
  5. If using chocolate chips, gently fold them into the batter until evenly distributed.
  6. Spoon the batter onto the greased baking tray to form rolls, spacing them a few inches apart.
  7. Bake in the preheated oven for about 20 minutes, or until the rolls are golden brown and a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
  8. Remove from the oven and let the rolls cool slightly before serving.
  9. Serve warm and enjoy these delicious soft rolls as a snack, breakfast treat, or even a dessert!

Recipe Notes

  • Make sure your banana is very ripe; the more spots, the sweeter and more flavorful your rolls will be.
  • Don’t overmix the batter; stirring until just combined keeps the rolls light and fluffy.
  • For an added touch, sprinkle a little cinnamon sugar on top before baking for a sweet crust.
  • If you have time, let the batter sit for a few minutes before baking; this can help create an even better texture.

Nutrition Estimate

  • Calories: Approximately 130 per roll
  • Protein: 2g
  • Carbohydrates: 18g
  • Fat: 6g