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Monkey Bread

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๐Ÿž๐Ÿ’ฅ Gooey cinnamon-sugar pull-apart bites drenched in buttery caramel โ€“ ultimate shareable brunch star!
๐Ÿต Ridiculously easy with canned biscuits; no yeast rising for instant crowd-pleasing magic.

  • Total Time: 1 hour
  • Yield: 12 servings

Ingredients

– 1 tube (16 oz) refrigerated biscuits – Forms the soft, pillowy base that pulls apart easily after baking.

– 1 cup granulated sugar – Coats the dough pieces for a sweet, crunchy exterior.

– 2 tsp cinnamon – Adds warm spice that defines the signature cinnamon sugar monkey bread taste.

– 1/2 cup butter – Melts into a rich caramel sauce when combined with brown sugar.

– 3/4 cup brown sugar – Creates the gooey, sticky layer that soaks into every bite.

– 1 cup powdered sugar – Base for the creamy icing drizzle.

– 2 tbsp milk – Thins the icing to a pourable consistency.

– 1/2 tsp vanilla – Boosts flavor in the simple icing topping.

Instructions

1-First Step: Preheat and Prep Heat your oven to 350ยฐF. Spray a bundt pan generously with non-stick spray or brush with melted butter. This ensures clean release after baking. Gather all ingredients for smooth workflow.

2-Second Step: Cut and Coat the Biscuits Open the 16 oz tube of refrigerated biscuits. Cut each biscuit into quarters using kitchen shears or a knife. These small pieces create the fun pull-apart texture. In a large zip-top bag or bowl, mix 1 cup granulated sugar and 2 tsp cinnamon. Add biscuit pieces in batches, shake to coat evenly. Every bite gets that cinnamon sugar crunch.

3-Third Step: Layer the Dough Arrange half the coated biscuit pieces in the bottom of the bundt pan, filling gaps for even baking. This base layer soaks up the sauce best. Press gently but avoid packing tight to allow heat flow.

4-Fourth Step: Make the Caramel Sauce In a small saucepan over low heat, melt 1/2 cup butter. Stir in 3/4 cup brown sugar until smooth and bubbly, about 2 minutes. No boiling needed, just a thick syrup. Pour half this sauce over the first dough layer. It seeps down for gooey goodness.

5-Fifth Step: Add Remaining Layers Layer the rest of the biscuit pieces on top. Pour the remaining butter-sugar sauce evenly. The top gets extra caramel for a glossy finish. Tap the pan lightly to settle.

6-Sixth Step: Bake to Perfection Bake at 350ยฐF for 30-35 minutes. Look for deep golden top and bubbly edges. If browning fast, tent with foil after 25 minutes. Internal temp should hit 190ยฐF for doneness. Cool in pan 10 minutes on a wire rack.

7-Final Step: Invert, Ice, and Serve Run a knife around edges, then invert onto a serving plate. Whisk 1 cup powdered sugar, 2 tbsp milk, and 1/2 tsp vanilla for icing. Drizzle over warm bread. Pull apart pull apart cinnamon bites recipe style. Serves 8-10. Store as noted below.

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Notes

๐Ÿฏ Flaky-style biscuits give superior pull-apart texture over cheaper varieties.
๐Ÿ”ฅ Tent with foil after 20 minutes if browning too fast on top.
โ„๏ธ Serve warm for peak gooeyness; reheat slices in microwave for seconds.

  • Author: Brandi Oshea
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cool Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 35 minutes
  • Category: Breakfast
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1/12th
  • Calories: 380 kcal
  • Sugar: 32g
  • Sodium: 650mg
  • Fat: 18g
  • Saturated Fat: 10g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 6g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 52g
  • Fiber: 2g
  • Protein: 5g
  • Cholesterol: 30mg