What kind of pan can I use for monkey bread?

I recommend using a bundt pan ! It is the classic option and I love the look. But you could really bake this in any pan you would like or have on hand. The baking times might just be slightly different!

Why is monkey bread called monkey bread?

This type of recipe is called monkey bread because of the style in which it is eaten ... like a monkey! The fun method of enjoying these pull apart bread recipes by using our hands is quite similar to how monkeys behave.

How do I prevent monkey bread from falling apart?

The key to keeping your bread from falling apart is to generously grease the pan. I mean very generously! I also recommend using cooking spray rather than melted butter.

What do I serve with this recipe?

This recipe is perfect for special occasions! Especially brunch. I recommend enjoying with these Ham & Cheese Egg Cups and Yogurt Granola Cups !

How to best store this recipe?

Store this recipe in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days!

Cinnamon Monkey Bread with Crescent Rolls (Pull-Apart Bread)

Description

Cinnamon Monkey Bread is made with canned Pillsbury crescent rolls, cinnamon sugar, and a brown sugar butter caramel glaze! This easy 5 ingredient sweet treat breakfast or dessert recipe is perfectly sticky, ooey-gooey, and delicious. It’s bound to be a new family favorite!

Ingredients

Scale

3 cans crescent rolls
1/2 cup granulated white sugar
1 tbsp cinnamon
1/2 cup + 2 tbsp salted butter
1/2 cup light brown sugar

Instructions

Set the oven to 350 degrees.
Remove the crescent rolls from the can, but do not unroll. Cut the log into 9 even slices. Then cut each slice in half.
Combine the white sugar and cinnamon.
Coat each dough piece thoroughly in the cinnamon sugar mixture. Tip: Toss in a large plastic bag.
Heavily grease a bundt pan with cooking spray. Place the coated dough pieces in the pan. Dispersing them evenly. Top with any remaining cinnamon sugar mixture.
Next add the light brown sugar and 1/2 cup of butter to a pan on the stove over medium heat. Melt and then bring to a slight simmer for 1-2 minutes. Reduce the heat and let thicken a bit.
Pour the brown butter sugar caramel sauce over the dough pieces in the bundt pan. Spreading as evenly as possible.
Bake for 30 minutes.
Let cool for 5-10 minutes, then carefully flip and remove the bread from the pan. See the Expert Tips section for more help!
Melt the remaining 2 tbsp butter. Drizzle over the top of the baked monkey bread.
Enjoy!

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