Best 2 Sticky Bun Monkey Bread Recipes

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Are you ready to embark on a culinary adventure, a journey that leads to the irresistible aromas and flavors of sticky bun monkey bread? This delectable sweet treat combines the comforting taste of fluffy buns with a generous coating of gooey, sweet sauce to create a dessert that is sure to captivate your taste buds. Whether you're a seasoned baker or a kitchen novice, our comprehensive guide will take you through the steps of creating this indulgent delight, ensuring a perfect outcome that will satisfy your cravings and leave your guests begging for more. Gather your ingredients and join us as we explore the world of sticky bun monkey bread, where sticky sweetness and fluffy texture collide in a symphony of taste.

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STICKY BUN MONKEY BREAD



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Monkey bread is a hybrid of several classic treats: sticky buns, cinnamon rolls and a Hungarian coffee cake called aranygaluska. Since it bakes up high in a Bundt pan, the presentation is pretty spectacular. You can slice it, but it's more fun to just put it on the table, sit down and join your brunch guests in pulling off one little dough ball after another.

Provided by Julia Moskin

Categories     quick breads, dessert

Time 2h

Yield 8 to 12 servings

Number Of Ingredients 16

2 1/4 teaspoons/7 grams active dry yeast (1 package)
1 1/2 cups lukewarm milk (about 105 degrees, or just warm to the touch)
1/3 cup/67 grams granulated sugar
1 tablespoon/15 grams kosher salt
3 tablespoons/43 grams unsalted butter, melted, more for greasing bowl
2 eggs, at room temperature
5 to 6 cups/640 grams to 768 grams all-purpose flour
1 cup/227 grams unsalted butter (2 sticks)
2 cups/440 grams packed dark brown sugar
1/2 cup heavy cream, more to taste
Salt (optional)
1/2 cup/114 grams unsalted butter (1 stick), melted and cooled to room temperature
1 1/4 cups/275 grams light brown sugar or maple sugar, or a combination of dark brown sugar and white sugar
2 tablespoons ground cinnamon
1/4 teaspoon kosher salt
About 3/4 cup/80 grams chopped toasted pecans or walnuts, more for garnish (optional)

Steps:

  • In the bowl of a mixer, dissolve yeast in 1/4 cup of the warm milk. Add the remaining warm milk, sugar, salt, butter and eggs.
  • Add 5 cups flour and mix with paddle attachment until smooth, about 2 minutes. Switch to hook attachment and knead on low speed, adding flour if necessary until dough is stiff and slightly tacky, 10 minutes.
  • Grease a large bowl with butter and turn dough out into the bowl. Flip over dough so greased side is up, cover loosely with a kitchen towel and set in a warm, draft-free spot until doubled in size, about 1 1/2 to 2 hours.
  • Make the sauce: In a saucepan, melt butter over medium heat. Add sugar and stir constantly until simmering and the butter has melted. Pour in cream (it will bubble up) and cook until thickened, 3 to 5 minutes. Taste and add cream and pinches of salt to taste. Turn off heat and set aside.
  • Brush a medium or large Bundt pan, preferably nonstick, with some of the melted butter. Combine the sugar, cinnamon and salt in a bowl and mix well. Rewarm the caramel sauce over low heat.
  • Once dough has doubled in size, turn it onto floured surface and knead for 3 minutes. Cut or pull off small pieces, each weighing about 1/2 ounce/15 grams, and roll them gently into balls. Set aside on a baking sheet.
  • To assemble, dip about half of the balls in melted butter, roll in sugar mixture, and fit them snugly into the pan, occasionally adding a sprinkle of pecans. Pour about a quarter of the sauce over the sugared dough balls. Repeat with remaining dough balls, pecans and another quarter of the sauce. Reserve the remaining sauce.
  • Cover and let rise at room temperature for 30 minutes to 1 hour, until puffy. (The monkey bread can be made up to this point up to 24 hours in advance and refrigerated overnight.)
  • Heat oven to 375 degrees. Bake for 30 to 35 minutes, until golden and bubbling around the edges. Let cool on a rack for 5 to 10 minutes, then invert onto a platter.
  • Meanwhile, reheat the remaining caramel sauce and drizzle or spoon it over the top of the monkey bread until it runs down the sides. (Any remaining sauce can be passed at the table, for dipping.) Serve warm or at room temperature, with hot coffee or tea and plenty of napkins.

Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 896, UnsaturatedFat 12 grams, Carbohydrate 131 grams, Fat 38 grams, Fiber 4 grams, Protein 11 grams, SaturatedFat 23 grams, Sodium 564 milligrams, Sugar 78 grams, TransFat 1 gram

STICKY BUN MONKEY BREAD



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This is so easy and was scarfed up in no time by my boyfriend! Note: you may need to shield the top with aluminum foil the last 5 minutes of cooking to prevent burning the top.

Provided by Hippie2MARS

Categories     Breakfast

Time 30m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 8

3 tablespoons butter, melted
1/2 cup pancake syrup
1/2 teaspoon vanilla
1/3 cup brown sugar
3/4 teaspoon cinnamon
1/2 teaspoon grated orange peel
1/2 cup pecans, chopped
2 (7 1/2 ounce) cans refrigerated biscuits

Steps:

  • Whisk together the butter, vanilla and syrup and set aside.
  • Combine the brown sugar, orange peel, cinnamon and nuts in another bowl and mix well to coat the nuts.
  • Liberally spray a Bundt pan with non-stick cooking spray
  • Pour 1/2 of rhe syrup mixture in the pan and sprinkle 1/2 the brown sugar/nut mixture over it.
  • Arrange the biscuits around the pan in a circle, overlapping each other.
  • Top with remaining syrup mixture and sprinkle remaining brown sugar/nut mixture on top.
  • Bake at 375 for 20-25 minutes.
  • Allow to rest in pan for 1-2 minutes.
  • Invert onto a plate and pull off pieces to serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 473.2, Fat 23, SaturatedFat 6.9, Cholesterol 16, Sodium 842.4, Carbohydrate 62.8, Fiber 1.7, Sugar 23.6, Protein 6.2

Tips:

  • Use high-quality ingredients, especially the cinnamon sugar mixture. Freshly ground cinnamon and brown sugar will give the monkey bread the best flavor.
  • Make sure the dough is soft and elastic before shaping it into balls. If the dough is too dry, it will be difficult to work with and the monkey bread will be tough.
  • Coat the dough balls thoroughly in the cinnamon sugar mixture. This will ensure that the monkey bread is evenly coated and has a delicious crust.
  • Bake the monkey bread until it is golden brown and the internal temperature reaches 190°F (88°C). This will ensure that the monkey bread is cooked through and has a slightly gooey center.
  • Serve the monkey bread warm with a drizzle of glaze or frosting. This will make the monkey bread even more delicious and irresistible.

Conclusion:

Sticky bun monkey bread is a delicious and easy-to-make treat that is perfect for any occasion. With its soft, fluffy dough and gooey cinnamon sugar filling, this monkey bread is sure to be a hit with everyone who tries it. So next time you're looking for a fun and festive dessert, give this sticky bun monkey bread recipe a try. You won't be disappointed!

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