Save A pull-apart bread featuring pillowy soft dough pieces coated in cinnamon sugar and baked with a buttery glaze—perfect for breakfast, brunch, or dessert.
A pull-apart bread featuring pillowy soft dough pieces coated in cinnamon sugar and baked with a buttery glaze—perfect for breakfast, brunch, or dessert.
Ingredients
- Dough: 500 g (4 cups) all-purpose flour, 2 1/4 tsp (1 packet) active dry yeast, 240 ml (1 cup) whole milk warm, 60 g (1/4 cup) granulated sugar, 80 g (1/3 cup) unsalted butter melted, 1 large egg, 1 tsp salt
- Cinnamon Sugar Coating: 150 g (3/4 cup) granulated sugar, 2 tsp ground cinnamon, 80 g (1/3 cup) unsalted butter melted
- Glaze: 120 g (1 cup) powdered sugar, 2 3 tbsp milk, 1/2 tsp vanilla extract
Instructions
- Step 1:
- In a large bowl, combine warm milk, yeast, and 1 tbsp of the sugar. Let sit for 5 minutes until foamy.
- Step 2:
- Add remaining sugar, melted butter, egg, and salt. Mix well. Gradually add flour, mixing to form a soft dough.
- Step 3:
- Knead dough on a floured surface for 8 10 minutes until smooth and elastic. Place in a greased bowl, cover, and let rise in a warm place for 1 hour, or until doubled in size.
- Step 4:
- Preheat oven to 180°C (350°F). Grease a 10-inch (25 cm) bundt pan.
- Step 5:
- Punch down dough and cut into 40 45 small pieces (about 20 g each).
- Step 6:
- Mix cinnamon and sugar in a bowl. Dip each dough ball in melted butter, then roll in cinnamon sugar.
- Step 7:
- Layer coated balls in the bundt pan, staggering placement. Pour any remaining butter and cinnamon sugar over the top.
- Step 8:
- Bake for 30 35 minutes, or until golden brown and cooked through. Let cool in pan for 10 minutes, then invert onto a serving plate.
- Step 9:
- For the glaze, whisk powdered sugar, milk, and vanilla until smooth. Drizzle over warm monkey bread. Serve immediately.
Save Excellent with coffee or chai tea.
Required Tools
Large mixing bowl measuring cups and spoons whisk bundt pan pastry brush (optional)
Allergen Information
Contains wheat (gluten) milk egg and butter (dairy) check ingredient labels for potential cross-contamination if sensitive.
Nutritional Information
Calories 345 total fat 11 g carbohydrates 55 g protein 6 g
Save This warm cinnamon sugar monkey bread is sure to be a favorite for gatherings and cozy mornings.
Recipe FAQs
- → What type of flour is best for this bread?
All-purpose flour works well, providing a tender yet sturdy crumb perfect for pull-apart bread.
- → How do I know when the dough has risen enough?
The dough should double in size and look puffy. Gently press a finger into it; if the indentation remains, it's ready.
- → Can I add nuts for extra texture?
Yes, chopped toasted pecans or walnuts can be sprinkled between layers for added crunch and flavor.
- → What’s the purpose of the glaze?
The glaze adds a sweet, creamy finishing touch that enhances the cinnamon flavors and adds moisture.
- → Is there a quicker dough option?
Refrigerated biscuit dough can be used as a shortcut, cutting down preparation time significantly.