Description
Learn how to make delicious Monkey Bread with our easy recipe. Perfect for sharing with family and friends, this sweet and sticky treat is a crowd-pleaser!
Ingredients
Scale
Ingredients List
For the Dough:
- 2 cans (16 oz each) of refrigerated biscuit dough or homemade dough
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 2 tsp ground cinnamon
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 1/2 cup packed brown sugar
For the Glaze:
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 2–3 tbsp milk or cream
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
Instructions
Step-by-Step Instructions
- Preheat the Oven:
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a bundt pan generously with butter or non-stick spray.
- Prepare the Cinnamon Sugar Coating:
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the granulated sugar and cinnamon. Set aside.
- Cut and Coat the Dough:
- If using canned biscuits, cut each biscuit into quarters. If using homemade dough, divide the dough into small, bite-sized pieces. Roll each piece in the cinnamon sugar mixture until fully coated.
- Layer the Dough in the Bundt Pan:
- Arrange the coated dough pieces in the prepared bundt pan, layering them evenly.
- Prepare the Butter Mixture:
- In a small saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat. Stir in the brown sugar until dissolved, then pour the mixture evenly over the dough in the bundt pan.
- Bake the Monkey Bread:
- Bake in the preheated oven for 35 minutes, or until the bread is golden brown and a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean. Let the bread cool in the pan for 5 minutes before inverting it onto a serving plate.
- Prepare the Glaze:
- While the Monkey Bread is baking, whisk together the powdered sugar, milk or cream, and vanilla extract until smooth.
- Glaze and Serve:
- Drizzle the glaze over the warm Monkey Bread. Serve immediately, allowing everyone to pull apart the bread and enjoy!
Notes
Additional Tips and Notes
- Serving Warm: Monkey Bread is best enjoyed warm, straight from the oven. The gooey, caramelized sugar and soft, pillowy dough are at their peak when served fresh.
- Add-ins: For a fun twist, try adding raisins, chocolate chips, or chopped nuts to the dough before baking. These additions provide extra texture and flavor.
- Glaze Variations: Experiment with different glazes, such as a cream cheese glaze or a maple glaze, to add a unique flavor to your Monkey Bread.