This caramel monkey bread recipe is so easy Miss M, who just turned 12 just made it by herself (with minimal supervision from Mom). It is fun to make, cutting ready-made biscuits into quarters, shaking in a bag of cinnamon sugar and pouring a sugar and butter over the top. It takes less than an hour to make and is a delicious treat, served warm.
Cinnamon Sugar Pull-Apart Bread
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cooking Time: 30 minutes
Servings: 8
Cinnamon Sugar Pull-Apart Bread is a delightful treat that has its roots in European baking traditions. It’s a sweet and gooey pastry that’s perfect for sharing with friends and family.
Ingredients:
- 3/4 cup (180 ml) granulated sugar
- 2 teaspoons (10 ml) ground cinnamon
- 4 cans (7.5 oz each or 212.5 g each) refrigerated biscuits
- 1/2 cup (120 ml) butter, melted
- 3/4 cup (180 ml) packed brown sugar
Different Versions:
While the classic version is a crowd-pleaser, you can also experiment with different fillings like Nutella, raisins, or even cream cheese to create unique twists on this recipe.
Ingredient Expanded Information:
- Granulated sugar adds sweetness to the filling.
- Ground cinnamon gives the classic warm and aromatic flavor.
- Refrigerated biscuits make this recipe quick and easy.
- Butter adds richness to the recipe.
- Brown sugar adds a delicious caramel flavor.
Expert Tips:
- For a richer flavor, consider adding a dash of vanilla extract to the butter and brown sugar mixture.
- Be creative with your fillings. You can add chopped nuts or chocolate chips for extra texture and taste.
Caramel Monkey Bread Directions
Storage:
Leftover Cinnamon Sugar Pull-Apart Bread can be stored in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2 days. To keep it fresh longer, refrigerate for up to a week.
FAQs for the Recipe:
- Can I use homemade biscuit dough instead of refrigerated biscuits?
- Yes, homemade dough can be used, but refrigerated biscuits are a convenient option.
- Can I make this recipe in advance and bake it later?
- Yes, you can assemble the bread in advance and refrigerate it. Bake it when you’re ready to enjoy.
Known Alternate Names for the Recipe:
- Monkey Bread
- Pull-Apart Cinnamon Bread
Caramel Monkey Bread #Recipe
Carmel Monkey Bread Ingredients: 3/4-cup granulated sugar 2-teaspoons ground cinnamon 4-cans (7.5 oz each) refrigerated biscuits 1/2-cup butter, melted 3/4-cup packed brown sugar Caramel Monkey Bread Directions Grease or spray 12-cup Bundt® cake pan. Combine granulated (white) sugar and cinnamon in 1-gallon Zip-loc bag. Separate dough into individual biscuits; cut each bisquit in quarters. Shake biscuit quarters in bag to coat with sugar; pour in pan. Mix butter and brown sugar; pour over biscuit pieces. Bake at 350°F for 40 to 45 minutes or until golden brown. Cool 5 minutes. Turn upside down onto plate Pull apart to serve. Serve warm.
Ingredients
- 3/4-cup granulated sugar
- 2-teaspoons ground cinnamon
- 4-cans (7.5 oz each) refrigerated biscuits
- 1/2-cup butter, melted
- 3/4-cup packed brown sugar
- monkey bread
Instructions
- Grease or spray 12-cup Bundt® cake pan.
- Combine granulated (white) sugar and cinnamon in 1-gallon Zip-loc bag.
- Separate dough into individual biscuits; cut each bisquit in quarters.
- Shake biscuit quarters in bag to coat with sugar; pour in pan.
- Mix butter and brown sugar; pour over biscuit pieces.
- Bake at 350°F for 40 to 45 minutes or until golden brown.
- Cool 5 minutes.
- Turn upside down onto plate
- Pull apart to serve. Serve warm.