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Monkey Bread

Monkey Bread

  • Author: David
  • Total Time: 50 minutes
  • Yield: 8 servings 1x
  • Diet: Gluten Free

Description

This easy Monkey Bread recipe creates a fun, sweet, and irresistibly gooey pull-apart treat perfect for sharing. Made with soft dough balls coated in a warm cinnamon sugar blend and baked with a rich plant-based butter glaze featuring brown sugar, apple cider vinegar, vegetarian Worcestershire sauce, and a natural gelling agent, it offers a delicious caramelized bite every time. Ideal for cozy gatherings or special occasions, this customizable dessert is quick to prepare with simple pantry staples and can be tailored with nuts, fruits, or spices.

Ingredients

Scale

Dough and Coating

  • Soft dough, cut into bite-sized balls (about 2 cups dough)
  • 1/2 cup sugar (natural)
  • 2 teaspoons ground cinnamon (natural)

Glaze

  • 1/2 cup plant-based butter
  • 3/4 cup brown sugar (natural)
  • 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar (natural)
  • 1 teaspoon vegetarian Worcestershire sauce (natural)
  • 1 teaspoon natural gelling agent

Optional Variations and Toppings

  • 1/2 cup chopped pecans or walnuts (optional)
  • 1/2 cup fresh or dried cranberries, raisins, or chopped dates (optional)
  • 1/3 cup mini plant-based chocolate chips (optional)
  • Additional warm spices: cardamom, nutmeg, or cloves (natural) to taste (optional)
  • Maple syrup (natural) in place of brown sugar for glaze (optional)
  • Pinch of sea salt (optional)
  • Powdered sugar (natural) for dusting (optional)
  • Plant-based caramel sauce (natural) for drizzling (optional)

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Dough Balls: Cut ready-made or homemade soft dough into small, bite-sized balls. Roll each piece lightly in a mixture of sugar and cinnamon so every nugget is coated with sweet warmth.
  2. Arrange in the Pan: Grease a baking pan and layer the coated dough balls evenly, making sure they sit snugly together. This helps them bake into one beautiful pull-apart loaf.
  3. Make the Glaze: In a saucepan, melt the plant-based butter over medium heat. Whisk in brown sugar, apple cider vinegar, vegetarian Worcestershire sauce, and the natural gelling agent until the mixture thickens slightly and becomes glossy.
  4. Pour and Bake: Drizzle the warm glaze evenly over the dough balls in the pan, ensuring it seeps down and coats every corner. Bake in a preheated oven at 350°F (175°C) until the top is golden brown and sticky to the touch, about 30 to 40 minutes.
  5. Cool and Enjoy: Let the Monkey Bread rest for a few minutes after baking so the glaze sets perfectly. Then invert it onto a serving plate and enjoy the delicious, gooey pull-apart bread.

Notes

  • Use room temperature dough for even baking and better flavor absorption.
  • Coat dough balls generously with cinnamon sugar for a sweet crust.
  • Pour glaze slowly in layers if needed to ensure even coverage and flavor.
  • Watch baking times closely as oven temperatures may vary to prevent over-browning.
  • Use just enough natural gelling agent to achieve stickiness without a too-thick glaze.
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 35 minutes
  • Category: Appetizers
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 slice (approx. 1/8 of recipe)
  • Calories: 280
  • Sugar: 22g
  • Sodium: 150mg
  • Fat: 12g
  • Saturated Fat: 6g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 5g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 38g
  • Fiber: 1g
  • Protein: 2g
  • Cholesterol: 0mg

Keywords: Monkey Bread, pull-apart bread, sweet bread, plant-based, cinnamon sugar, caramel glaze, gluten-free, vegetarian Worcestershire sauce

Find it online: https://yummyrecipeszone.com/monkey-bread/