Cinnamon Roll Monkey Bread is a delightful pull-apart treat that’s perfect for breakfast, brunch, or a sweet indulgence any time of the day. This gooey, sticky, and cinnamon-sugar-coated bread is made from pre-made cinnamon roll dough, making it quick and easy to prepare. As it bakes, the cinnamon rolls fuse together, creating soft, fluffy layers drenched in a caramel-like glaze. Finished with a drizzle of icing, this monkey bread is an irresistible crowd-pleaser that’s sure to satisfy your sweet tooth.
Ingredients:
- 2 cans (12.4 oz each) refrigerated cinnamon roll dough (with icing)
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1 tablespoon ground cinnamon
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 3/4 cup packed brown sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- Cooking spray
Instructions:
- Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a Bundt pan with cooking spray and set aside.
- Prepare the Dough: Open the cans of cinnamon rolls and separate the dough. Cut each cinnamon roll into quarters.
- Coat the Dough: In a large zip-top bag, mix together the granulated sugar and ground cinnamon. Add the dough pieces to the bag in batches, shaking to coat them in the cinnamon-sugar mixture.
- Assemble the Monkey Bread: Place the coated dough pieces evenly in the prepared Bundt pan.
- Make the Glaze: In a small saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat. Stir in the brown sugar and vanilla extract until the mixture is smooth and well combined. Pour the butter-brown sugar mixture evenly over the dough pieces in the pan.
- Bake: Bake in the preheated oven for 30-35 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and the dough is cooked through. Let the monkey bread cool in the pan for 5-10 minutes before inverting it onto a serving plate.
- Drizzle with Icing: While the monkey bread is cooling, warm the reserved icing that came with the cinnamon rolls. Drizzle the icing over the top of the monkey bread.
- Serve: Serve warm, pulling apart the pieces to enjoy.
This Cinnamon Roll Monkey Bread is a sweet, sticky, and easy-to-make dessert that’s perfect for sharing!
