Best 5 Monkey Bread Made Easy Recipes

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Monkey bread is a delectable treat that combines the flavors of cinnamon, sugar, and buttery goodness. It is a simple yet impressive dessert that can be enjoyed by people of all ages. Originating from the United States, monkey bread has become a popular dish served at gatherings, parties, and potlucks. With its unique pull-apart bread pieces coated in a sweet mixture, this scrumptious dessert is sure to be a hit. If you're looking for an easy-to-follow recipe to create this delicious treat, you've come to the right place. This article will guide you through the steps of making monkey bread with minimal effort, ensuring a delightful and memorable dessert experience.

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

MONKEY BREAD I



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Refrigerated biscuits with cinnamon bake in a tube pan. My 7 year old daughter, Leah, loves her Monkey Bread. Enjoy!

Provided by LuAnn Connolly

Categories     Breakfast and Brunch     Breakfast Bread Recipes

Time 1h

Yield 15

Number Of Ingredients 7

3 (12 ounce) packages refrigerated biscuit dough
1 cup white sugar
2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
½ cup margarine
1 cup packed brown sugar
½ cup chopped walnuts
½ cup raisins

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Grease one 9 or 10 inch tube/Bundt® pan.
  • Mix white sugar and cinnamon in a plastic bag. Cut biscuits into quarters. Shake 6 to 8 biscuit pieces in the sugar cinnamon mix. Arrange pieces in the bottom of the prepared pan. Continue until all biscuits are coated and placed in pan. If using nuts and raisins, arrange them in and among the biscuit pieces as you go along.
  • In a small saucepan, melt the margarine with the brown sugar over medium heat. Boil for 1 minute. Pour over the biscuits.
  • Bake at 350 degrees F (175 degrees C) for 35 minutes. Let bread cool in pan for 10 minutes, then turn out onto a plate. Do not cut! The bread just pulls apart.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 417.9 calories, Carbohydrate 61.5 g, Cholesterol 0.7 mg, Fat 17.7 g, Fiber 1.1 g, Protein 5.3 g, SaturatedFat 3.6 g, Sodium 746.2 mg, Sugar 35.6 g

QUICK AND EASY MONKEY BREAD



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This is a very easy bread to make. Monkey bread also has been called Bubble Bread and Pull Apart Bread.

Provided by MARBALET

Categories     100+ Breakfast and Brunch Recipes     Breakfast Bread Recipes

Time 40m

Yield 12

Number Of Ingredients 7

24 ounces frozen dinner roll dough
1 cup packed brown sugar
1 (3.4 ounce) package instant butterscotch pudding mix
¼ cup white sugar
2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
½ cup chopped walnuts
½ cup melted butter

Steps:

  • The night or several hours before, grease and flour a 9 or 10 inch tube pan. Mix brown sugar and pudding mix together. Mix white sugar and cinnamon together. Place frozen dinner rolls in pan a layer at a time. Sprinkle brown sugar and pudding mix over first layer of rolls. Sprinkle sugar and cinnamon mixture over the brown sugar and pudding mixture. Spread half the nuts and melted butter over first layer. Repeat with the next layer.
  • Place on counter over night. Do not cover. Next morning bake in a preheated 350 degrees F (175 degrees C) oven for 30 minutes. Let stand a few minutes and turn pan over onto serving platter.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 388.6 calories, Carbohydrate 59.6 g, Cholesterol 22.6 mg, Fat 14.5 g, Fiber 1.7 g, Protein 6.9 g, SaturatedFat 5.9 g, Sodium 483.7 mg, Sugar 30.9 g

MONKEY BREAD MADE EASY



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No more mushy centers! Perfectly portioned monkey bread in half the time.

Provided by Kathleen

Categories     Breakfast and Brunch     Breakfast Bread Recipes

Time 45m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 7

cooking spray
1 tablespoon ground cinnamon
¾ cup white sugar
2 (7.5 ounce) packages refrigerated biscuit dough
½ cup butter
½ cup brown sugar
1 tablespoon ground cinnamon

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C). Spray 8 muffin cups with cooking spray.
  • In a bowl, stir together 1 tablespoon of cinnamon and the white sugar until evenly blended. Remove the biscuits from the packages, and cut into quarters. Drop a few biscuit pieces at a time into the sugar mixture, and coat thoroughly. Distribute the coated biscuit pieces among the prepared muffin tins (4 to 5 pieces per cup).
  • Place butter, brown sugar, and the remaining 1 tablespoon cinnamon in a microwave-safe glass or ceramic bowl, and microwave a few seconds until the butter has melted. Stir to blend, and drizzle about 2 tablespoons of the butter mixture over each cup.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until the tops of the muffins are crispy and brown, about 20 minutes. Allow to cool for about 10 minutes before removing from pan.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 402.6 calories, Carbohydrate 56.7 g, Cholesterol 31 mg, Fat 18.8 g, Fiber 1.3 g, Protein 3.8 g, SaturatedFat 9.2 g, Sodium 617.7 mg, Sugar 36.1 g

MONKEY BREAD FROM SCRATCH



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Gooey, caramelized monkey bread that pulls apart effortlessly when you grab a piece! Store in an airtight container in the fridge.

Provided by Dianashh

Categories     100+ Breakfast and Brunch Recipes     Breakfast Bread Recipes

Time 2h25m

Yield 10

Number Of Ingredients 14

1 teaspoon vegetable oil, or as needed
¼ cup warm water
2 ½ teaspoons active dry yeast
1 teaspoon white sugar
3 ½ cups all-purpose flour
¾ cup milk, warmed
1 egg
3 tablespoons white sugar
2 tablespoons melted butter
1 teaspoon salt
½ teaspoon vanilla extract
1 ½ cups brown sugar
1 ½ teaspoons ground cinnamon
½ cup butter, melted

Steps:

  • Lightly grease a fluted tube pan (such as Bundt®) with vegetable oil.
  • Combine warm water, yeast, and 1 teaspoon sugar in a large bowl. Let stand until bubbly and foamy, about 5 minutes.
  • Stir in 1 cup flour, warm milk, egg, 3 tablespoons sugar, butter, salt, and vanilla extract. Mix well before adding remaining 2 1/2 cups flour. Mix and knead until dough comes together in a ball. Cover with plastic wrap and let rise in a warm place for 30 minutes.
  • Turn dough out onto a lightly floured surface and punch down gently to deflate. Divide dough into small or medium balls.
  • Mix brown sugar and cinnamon together in a small bowl. Dip each dough ball in melted butter, remove with a fork, and roll in sugar mixture until well coated. Arrange in the prepared pan. Cover with plastic wrap or a damp cloth and let rise until almost doubled, about 45 minutes.
  • Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
  • Bake in the preheated oven until golden brown, about 35 minutes. Invert onto a large plate; cool for 10 minutes before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 426.8 calories, Carbohydrate 71.6 g, Cholesterol 48.3 mg, Fat 13.2 g, Fiber 1.6 g, Protein 6.2 g, SaturatedFat 7.8 g, Sodium 338.8 mg, Sugar 37.3 g

EASY MONKEY BREAD



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Make and share this Easy Monkey Bread recipe from Food.com.

Provided by tbean1

Categories     Quick Breads

Time 55m

Yield 8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 7

4 (10 ounce) cans refrigerated biscuits
3/4 cup sugar
1 1/2 teaspoons cinnamon
1/2 cup nuts (optional)
3/4 cup butter
1 cup sugar
1 1/2 teaspoons cinnamon

Steps:

  • Cut each biscuit in quarters and shake in mixture of sugar and cinnamon.
  • Drop into a bundt pan or angel food cake that has been sprayed with a non stick coating.
  • In a small pan combine topping ingredients and bring to a boil. Pour over biscuits in the pan and bake at 350 degrees for 40 to 45 minutes.
  • Turn out onto a plate when done.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 818.8, Fat 38.1, SaturatedFat 16.2, Cholesterol 45.8, Sodium 1826.6, Carbohydrate 111.8, Fiber 2.7, Sugar 55.3, Protein 9.7

Tips:

  • Use refrigerated biscuit dough for easy preparation.
  • To save time, use a premade cinnamon sugar mixture.
  • For a sweeter monkey bread, add an extra 1/4 cup of sugar to the cinnamon sugar mixture.
  • For a crunchier monkey bread, bake it for an additional 5-10 minutes.
  • Monkey bread can be served warm or at room temperature.

Conclusion:

Monkey bread is a delicious and easy-to-make treat that is perfect for any occasion. With its sweet and gooey center and crunchy exterior, it is sure to be a hit with people of all ages. So next time you are looking for a fun and festive dessert, give monkey bread a try!

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