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Banana-Cinnamon Swirl Rolls

MAKES 12

2 cups all-purpose flour, divided
1⅔ cups stone-ground whole wheat flour
1 (0.25-ounce) package instant yeast
1 tablespoon plus ¼ teaspoon kosher salt, divided
¾ cup hot water (120° to 130°)
½ cup mashed ripe banana
2 tablespoons honey
2 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
½ cup firmly packed light brown sugar
2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
¼ cup unsalted butter, room temperature
Garnish: confectioners’ sugar

1. In the bowl of a stand mixer fitted with the paddle attachment, combine 1 cup all-purpose flour, whole wheat flour, yeast, and 1 tablespoon salt. Add ¾ cup hot water, banana, honey, and melted butter; beat at low speed until dough comes together. Cover and let rest for 15 minutes.

Add ½ cup all-purpose flour to wheat flour mixture. Switch to the dough

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