Cinnamon Sugar Pull Apart Monkey Bread
Delight in the warm, gooey indulgence of Cinnamon Sugar Pull Apart Monkey Bread. This recipe utilizes the brilliance of a bread machine to create a surface of fluffy golden brown bites, each bursting with the irresistible combination of buttery cinnamon and sugar. Perfect for breakfast, dessert, or a sweet snack, this dish is irresistibly shareable. Your kitchen will be filled with the aroma of freshly baked bread and cinnamon, making it an instant family favorite. With an easy prep and minimal active time, enjoy the satisfaction of homemade comfort food with this crowd-pleaser that looks just as good as it tastes!
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Servings
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Calories
11
Ingredients
Ingredients
active dry yeast
1 1/2 teaspoons (none)
bread flour
1 1/4 cups (none)
whole wheat flour
1 cup (none)
sugar
3 tablespoons (none)
salt
1/2 teaspoon (none)
butter
2 tablespoons (softened for greasing the pan)
eggs
2 (slightly beaten)
water
1/2 cup (lukewarm)
butter
6 tablespoons, divided (4 tablespoons melted, 2 tablespoons softened for greasing)
brown sugar
1/2 cup, divided (2 tablespoons for sprinkling the pan, remaining for dough coating)
cinnamon
1 teaspoon (ground)
Instructions
1
Begin by adding the active dry yeast, bread flour, whole wheat flour, sugar, salt, butter, beaten eggs, and water to your bread machine in the order recommended by the manufacturer.
2
Select the 'Dough Cycle' on your bread maker and let it work its magic until the cycle is complete.
3
Once the dough cycle has finished, remove the dough and place it onto a lightly floured surface.
4
Use 2 tablespoons of softened butter to grease a tube pan. Sprinkle the bottom and sides of the pan with 2 tablespoons of brown sugar to create a sweet crust.
5
In a small bowl, combine the remaining 1/2 cup of brown sugar with the cinnamon and stir until well mixed.
6
Melt the remaining 4 tablespoons of butter in a microwave-safe dish or on the stovetop.
7
Divide the dough into 12 equal pieces, shaping each piece into a ball. Roll each dough ball first in the melted butter, then in the cinnamon and brown sugar mixture.
8
Layer the coated dough balls in the prepared tube pan, stacking them in a way that allows them to rise and fill the pan.
9
Cover the pan with a clean kitchen towel and let the dough rise in a warm place for approximately 30 minutes or until it has doubled in size.
10
While the dough rises, preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
11
Once risen, place the tube pan in the preheated oven and bake for 25-30 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and the bread is cooked through.
12
Remove from the oven and let it cool for a few minutes before turning it out onto a serving plate. Serve warm and enjoy the delightful pull-apart texture!
Nutrition Information
Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Cinnamon Sugar Pull Apart Monkey Bread?
It is a sweet and gooey pull-apart bread made from small dough balls coated in butter, cinnamon, and sugar, resulting in a golden-brown, shareable treat.
Do I need a bread machine for this recipe?
Yes, this recipe utilizes the 'Dough Cycle' of a bread machine to prepare the dough before shaping and baking in a standard oven.
What type of yeast is required?
The recipe calls for 1 1/2 teaspoons of active dry yeast.
What types of flour are used in this bread?
This recipe uses a combination of 1 1/4 cups of bread flour and 1 cup of whole wheat flour.
How many eggs are needed?
The recipe requires 2 eggs, which should be slightly beaten before being added to the bread machine.
What temperature should the water be?
You should use 1/2 cup of lukewarm water for the dough.
How much total butter is used in the recipe?
The recipe uses 8 tablespoons of butter in total: 2 tablespoons for the dough, 2 tablespoons for greasing the pan, and 4 tablespoons for coating the dough balls.
How do I prepare the tube pan?
Grease the tube pan with 2 tablespoons of softened butter and sprinkle the bottom and sides with 2 tablespoons of brown sugar.
How much brown sugar is used for the coating?
The recipe uses 1/2 cup of brown sugar total, with 2 tablespoons for the pan and the remainder for the dough coating.
How many dough balls should I make?
Divide the dough into 12 equal pieces and shape each into a ball.
How do I coat the dough balls?
Roll each dough ball first in melted butter and then in a mixture of cinnamon and brown sugar.
How long should the dough rise after shaping?
The dough should rise in a warm place for approximately 30 minutes or until it has doubled in size.
At what temperature should I preheat the oven?
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
How long does the Monkey Bread bake?
Bake the bread for 25-30 minutes until the top is golden brown and the bread is cooked through.
What is the best way to serve Monkey Bread?
Let it cool for a few minutes in the pan, turn it out onto a plate, and serve it warm for the best texture.
Can I use only bread flour?
While the recipe calls for a mix of bread and whole wheat flour, you could substitute with all bread flour, though the texture and flavor will change slightly.
How much cinnamon is needed?
The recipe requires 1 teaspoon of ground cinnamon.
In what order should I add ingredients to the bread machine?
Add yeast, flours, sugar, salt, butter, eggs, and water in the order recommended by your bread machine manufacturer.
What bread machine setting should I use?
Select the 'Dough Cycle' setting.
Is this recipe suitable for breakfast?
Yes, it is perfect for breakfast, dessert, or a sweet snack.
Why is the pan sprinkled with brown sugar?
Sprinkling brown sugar over the buttered pan helps create a sweet, caramelized crust on the outside of the bread.
What should I do if the dough doesn't double in size during the second rise?
Ensure the dough is in a warm, draft-free place; it may just need a little more time depending on the room temperature.
Can I make this ahead of time?
Monkey bread is best served fresh and warm, but you can prepare the dough in advance or store leftovers in an airtight container.
How much granulated sugar is in the dough?
The dough recipe uses 3 tablespoons of granulated sugar.
How much salt is in the recipe?
The recipe calls for 1/2 teaspoon of salt.
Do I need to melt the butter for the dough?
The recipe calls for 2 tablespoons of butter for the dough, generally added as softened or according to machine instructions.
Can I add nuts to this recipe?
While not in the original ingredients, you can easily sprinkle chopped pecans or walnuts into the pan with the brown sugar for added crunch.
What makes the bread 'pull-apart'?
The individual dough balls are coated in butter and sugar before being stacked, which prevents them from fusing completely and allows them to be pulled apart easily after baking.
Should I grease the pan with cooking spray?
The recipe recommends using 2 tablespoons of softened butter for greasing to enhance the flavor and crust.
Is this a kid-friendly recipe?
Yes, the sweet flavor and fun pull-apart format make it an instant family favorite that kids love.