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Monkey Bread Recipe

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This classic Monkey Bread recipe transforms soft biscuit dough into a sweet, sticky pull-apart bread coated with cinnamon sugar and butter, then topped with a simple powdered sugar glaze. Perfect for breakfast, brunch, or a delightful dessert, this crowd-pleaser is easy to assemble and baked to golden brown perfection.

  • Total Time: 1 hour
  • Yield: 8 servings

Ingredients

Monkey Bread

  • 2 cans biscuit dough (about 16 oz each)
  • 1/4 cup brown sugar
  • 1/8 cup ground cinnamon
  • 1/4 cup granulated sugar
  • 1/2 cup butter (use 1/4 cup butter for a lighter version)

Simple Glaze

  • 1/4 cup powdered sugar
  • 1 tablespoon milk

Instructions

  1. Prepare the dough balls: Break each biscuit into small pieces and roll into balls approximately 3 tablespoons in size. This ensures even coated pieces for the bread.
  2. Grease the pan: Generously butter or spray a deep-dish loaf pan or bundt pan to prevent sticking and help create the crispy, caramelized crust.
  3. Mix cinnamon sugar: In a medium bowl, combine the ground cinnamon, granulated sugar, and brown sugar, stirring thoroughly to blend the flavors evenly.
  4. Coat dough balls: Roll each biscuit ball in the cinnamon sugar mixture until fully coated, ensuring each bite will be flavorful and sweet.
  5. Layer the dough: Arrange a single layer of the coated dough balls at the bottom of the prepared pan. Sprinkle half of the brown sugar over this first layer. Add a second layer of dough balls, then sprinkle the remaining brown sugar on top.
  6. Add butter: Melt the butter and pour it evenly over the layered dough balls. This will melt into the sugar, creating a deliciously sticky texture during baking.
  7. Bake: Place the pan in a preheated oven at 350°F (175°C) and bake for about 45 minutes. The monkey bread should be golden brown on top and fully cooked through—avoid underbaking to prevent doughy centers.
  8. Make the glaze: While the bread bakes, whisk together the powdered sugar and milk until smooth to create a simple sweet glaze.
  9. Serve: Once out of the oven, drizzle the glaze over the warm monkey bread slices before serving for an extra touch of sweetness.

Notes

  • You can use a bundt pan instead of a loaf pan for a more traditional monkey bread shape.
  • For less rich monkey bread, reduce butter to 1/4 cup.
  • Make sure the monkey bread is thoroughly baked through to avoid raw dough centers; use a toothpick test if needed.
  • Serve warm for best flavor and texture.
  • Leftover monkey bread can be reheated gently in the oven or microwave.
  • Author: Madelynn
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 45 minutes
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American

Find it online: https://allyumcooks.com/monkey-bread-recipe/