Best 4 Martha Stewarts Monkey Bread Recipes

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Monkey bread, a delectable treat known for its playful appearance and irresistible taste, holds a special place in the culinary world. Popularized by the renowned Martha Stewart, this delightful dish has captured the hearts and taste buds of many. With its soft, fluffy interiors and a crispy, caramelized exterior, monkey bread is a perfect combination of textures and flavors. Whether you're looking to impress your family and friends at a special gathering or indulge in a sweet treat for yourself, this article will guide you through the journey of creating the ultimate Martha Stewart monkey bread.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

MONKEY BREAD



Monkey Bread image

A Bundt pan and some brown sugar help transform yeast dough into sweet, pull-apart monkey bread.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Breakfast & Brunch Recipes     Bread Recipes

Yield Makes one 10-inch Bundt cake

Number Of Ingredients 4

1/2 cup (1 stick) unsalted butter, melted, plus extra for pan
3/4 cup packed light-brown sugar
2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
1 3/4 pounds Yeast Dough, room temperature

Steps:

  • Generously grease one 10-inch Bundt pan with melted butter. Set aside. In medium bowl, combine brown sugar and cinnamon. Sprinkle 2 tablespoons sugar mixture into prepared Bundt pan.
  • Cut dough into 1/2-inch pieces. Roll into balls. Coat in melted butter, then roll in sugar mixture, and place in prepared pan. Cover with plastic wrap, and let stand in a warm place until doubled in bulk, about 1 hour.
  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Once dough has doubled in size, place in oven and bake for 30 to 35 minutes. Remove from oven and let cool in pan 15 minutes. Invert onto serving plate, and let cool 20 minutes more.

ICED MONKEY BREAD



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Making monkey bread lets kids do what they do best -- play with their food -- while they create something yummy.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Breakfast & Brunch Recipes     Bread Recipes

Time 2h15m

Yield Makes one 10-inch Bundt cake

Number Of Ingredients 14

2 tablespoons solid vegetable shortening, plus more for pan and bowl
1/4 cup warm water (110 degrees to 115 degrees)
1/4 cup granulated sugar, plus a pinch for yeast
1 envelope dry active yeast (scant tablespoon)
3/4 cup warm milk (110 degrees to 115 degrees)
1 teaspoon salt
1 large egg
3 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
8 tablespoons (1 stick) unsalted butter, melted
3/4 cup firmly packed light-brown sugar
2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
1/2 cup pecans, coarsely chopped
1/4 cup milk
2 cups confectioners' sugar

Steps:

  • Lightly coat a 10-inch Bundt pan and a medium bowl with shortening; set aside. Put the warm water and a pinch of sugar in a small bowl; sprinkle yeast over top. Stir; let the yeast soften and dissolve, about 5 minutes.
  • Place shortening, milk, sugar, salt, and egg in the bowl of an electric mixer fitted with the dough hook.
  • Add yeast mixture to shortening mixture, and beat to combine. Slowly add flour. Knead on medium-low, 1 minute. Transfer dough to the prepared bowl. Cover with plastic wrap, and let stand in a warm place, 20 minutes.
  • Make coating: Place melted butter in a bowl. In a second bowl, combine brown sugar, cinnamon, and nuts; sprinkle 2 tablespoons nut mixture into prepared Bundt pan.
  • Cut dough into 1/2-inch pieces. Roll into balls. Coat in butter, then roll in nut mixture, and place in prepared pan. Cover with plastic wrap, and let stand in a warm place until doubled in bulk, about 1 hour.
  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Bake, 30 to 35 minutes. Let cool in pan for 15 minutes. Invert onto a serving plate, and let cool 20 minutes more.
  • Make icing: In a small bowl, combine milk and confectioners' sugar. Stir until smooth. Drizzle over bread.

MARTHA STEWART'S BANANA NUT BREAD



Martha Stewart's Banana Nut Bread image

I have been searching a LONG time and making MANY loaves of banana bread trying to find a light and fluffy (not dense and heavy) bread, and I finally found it! I think the sour cream has a lot to do with it. I have made 3 loaves, 2 of which turned out perfect, 1 of which didn't - I tried to cut back on the sugar and that must have been the problem. From now on I will follow the recipe exactly. I have not made it with the addition of the nuts yet. Don't be alarmed - the outside gets dark, but the inside is very moist. I use a 10" loaf pan and it bakes for exactly 50 minutes. BEWARE: The loaf will quickly disappear!

Provided by Beaner 2

Categories     Breads

Time 1h20m

Yield 1 loaf

Number Of Ingredients 10

1/2 cup butter, room temp
1 cup sugar
2 eggs
1 1/2 cups flour
1 teaspoon baking soda
1 teaspoon salt
1 cup mashed very ripe banana
1/2 cup sour cream (I use light)
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1/2 cup chopped walnuts (optional) or 1/2 cup pecans (optional)

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees, and butter or spray a 9x5x3" loaf pan.
  • With an electric mixer, cream the butter and sugar very well until light and fluffy.
  • Add the eggs, beating well.
  • Sift the dry ingredients together and combine with the butter mixture; blend well.
  • Add the bananas, sour cream, and vanilla; stir well.
  • Stir in the nuts.
  • Pour into pan.
  • Bake 50-60 minutes until a cake tester comes out clean.
  • Turn out onto a rack to cool.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 2809, Fat 128.4, SaturatedFat 76.9, Cholesterol 717.6, Sodium 4444.4, Carbohydrate 383.6, Fiber 9, Sugar 220.2, Protein 38.2

MARTHA STEWART'S MONKEY BREAD



Martha Stewart's Monkey Bread image

I am the first to admit that this is quite a bit of work. But for those of you who, like me, can't find the frozen bread dough or instant puddings that are so often called for in other monkey bread recipes, then this one's for you. Also good for purists. Cooking time doesn't include rising or cooling time.

Provided by Ppaperdoll

Categories     Breads

Time 1h15m

Yield 1 10-inch Bundt cake, 8-10 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 14

2 tablespoons vegetable shortening
1/4 cup warm water
1 1/2 cups granulated sugar
1 tablespoon yeast
3 1/2 cups warm milk
1 teaspoon salt
1 large egg
4 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
8 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
3 1/2 cups firmly packed light-brown sugar
2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
1/2 cup pecans, coarsely chopped
1/4 cup milk
2 cups powdered sugar

Steps:

  • Lightly coat a 10-inch Bundt pan and a medium bowl with (extra) shortening and set aside. Place warm water and a pinch of sugar in small bowl. Sprinkle with yeast, stir and leave to dissolve 5 minutes.
  • Place shortening, milk, sugar, salt and egg in another bowl. Add yeast mixture to shortening mixture and beat with electric mixture fitted with dough hook until combined.
  • Slowly add flour, then knead with dough hook 1 minute. Transfer dough to greased bowl and leave to rise, covered with cling film, 20 minutes.
  • For brown sugar coating, place melted butter in a bowl. In another bowl, combine sugar, cinnamon and nuts. Sprinkle Tbsp of this mixture into prepared Bundt pan.
  • Cut dough into 1/2 inch pieces. Roll into balls. Coat dough balls in butter, then sugar mixture and place in prepared Bundt pan until all dough is used up. Cover with cling film and let rise in a warm place until doubled in size, about 1 hour.
  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F. Bake 30-35 minutes. Leave to cool in pan 15 minutes, then invert onto serving plate and cool 20 minutes more.
  • For icing, in a small bowl, combine milk and icing sugar and stir until smooth. Drizzle over bread, to serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 1107, Fat 25.1, SaturatedFat 11.5, Cholesterol 72.5, Sodium 394.7, Carbohydrate 213.2, Fiber 3, Sugar 154.8, Protein 12.6

Tips:

  • Use a Bundt pan with a removable bottom for easy release of the monkey bread.
  • Be sure to cut the dough into small pieces so that it cooks evenly.
  • If you don't have a Bundt pan, you can use a 9x13 inch baking dish.
  • If you want a sweeter monkey bread, you can add 1/2 cup of sugar to the cinnamon-sugar mixture.
  • For a more decadent monkey bread, you can drizzle it with melted chocolate or caramel sauce.

Conclusion:

Monkey bread is a delicious and easy-to-make treat that is perfect for any occasion. Whether you are serving it for breakfast, brunch, or dessert, this recipe is sure to be a hit. So next time you are looking for a fun and festive recipe, give monkey bread a try. You won't be disappointed!

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