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Monkey Bread Recipe


  • Author: Camila Rose
  • Total Time: 1 hour
  • Yield: 12
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

This homemade Monkey Bread is a soft, sticky, and pull-apart delight made with refrigerated biscuit dough, cinnamon sugar, and a rich brown sugar glaze. Perfect for brunch, holidays, or cozy mornings at home, it’s an easy crowd-pleaser that’s sure to disappear fast. The buttery caramelized coating and soft interior make each bite totally addictive. Best of all? You don’t need to be a pro baker to get amazing results.


Ingredients

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  • 2 cans refrigerated biscuit dough (16.3 oz each)
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 2 tablespoons cinnamon
  • 1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter
  • 1 cup packed brown sugar
  • Optional: chopped nuts, chocolate chips, dried fruit


Instructions

  • Preheat oven to 350°F. Grease a bundt pan generously with butter or nonstick spray.
  • Mix granulated sugar and cinnamon in a bowl.
  • Cut biscuits into quarters. Toss in cinnamon sugar until well coated.
  • Layer coated dough balls in bundt pan.
  • In a saucepan, melt butter and stir in brown sugar. Simmer until smooth.
  • Pour the glaze evenly over the dough in the pan.
  • Bake for 35–40 minutes, or until golden brown and bubbling.
  • Cool for 10 minutes, then invert onto a serving plate.
  • Serve warm and enjoy!

Notes

  • Use fresh cinnamon for the boldest flavor.
  • For added crunch, toss in chopped nuts or mini chocolate chips.
  • To make it vegan, use plant-based butter and dairy-free dough.
  • Prep Time: 20 minutes
  • Cook Time: 35–40 minutes
  • Category: Breakfast/Brunch
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 12
  • Calories: 410
  • Sugar: 24g
  • Sodium: 520mg
  • Fat: 22g
  • Saturated Fat: 12g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 9g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 48g
  • Fiber: 1g
  • Protein: 4g
  • Cholesterol: 40mg