Can I make this recipe the night before and bake in the morning?

You can prepare everything up to the baking stage, but I recommend keeping the butter-sugar mixture separate overnight. In the morning, warm the butter mixture slightly before pouring over the dough pieces and then bake. This prevents the sugar mixture from hardening or the dough from becoming soggy overnight.

Why is my monkey bread doughy in the middle?

This usually happens when the bundt pan is overfilled or the oven temperature isn't accurate. Make sure to cut the rolls into smaller pieces, don't crowd them too tightly, and consider using an oven thermometer to verify your temperature. If the top is browning too quickly but the center isn't done, cover loosely with foil and continue baking.

Can I use homemade dough instead of canned cinnamon rolls?

Absolutely! While canned rolls are the quick version, you can use your favorite sweet dough recipe. Prepare the dough through the first rise, then cut into small balls, and continue with the coating and assembly steps. You'll likely need to adjust baking time, so keep an eye on it.

How do I know when monkey bread is done baking?

Perfect monkey bread should be golden brown on top and feel firm when gently pressed. The most reliable test is inserting a thin knife or skewer into the thickest part - it should come out clean with no raw dough attached. If you see any doughiness, continue baking in 5-minute increments.

Easy Monkey Bread Recipe

Name: Easy Monkey Bread Recipe
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 40 min
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 1/2 cup sugar; 1 teaspoon cinnamon; 2 cans Grands Cinnamon Rolls; 1 cup brown sugar, firmly packed; 1 cup butter, melted

Description

This Easy Monkey Bread recipe is a delightful and simple treat made using Grands Cinnamon Rolls, coated in a buttery brown sugar mixture. It’s perfect for any occasion and takes just 40 minutes to make!

Ingredients

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Main Ingredients

- 1/2 cup sugar
- 1 teaspoon cinnamon
- 2 cans Grands Cinnamon Rolls

Sauce

1 cup brown sugar, firmly packed
1 cup butter, melted

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Instructions

Preheat the oven and prepare the pan: Heat the oven to 350°F and lightly grease a cake or fluted bundt pan to avoid sticking.
Mix the coating: Add sugar and cinnamon to a large Ziploc bag. Mix well to combine evenly.
Prepare the dough: Separate the cinnamon roll dough and cut each piece into quarters for smaller, bite-sized pieces.
Coat the dough: Place the dough pieces into the Ziploc bag and shake them thoroughly to coat each piece with the cinnamon-sugar mixture. Remove the coated dough and arrange them uniformly in the prepared pan.
Create the sauce: In a small bowl, mix together the brown sugar and melted butter until you have a smooth mixture. Pour this evenly over the cinnamon roll pieces in the pan.
Bake the monkey bread: Bake in the preheated oven for 28 to 32 minutes or until the bread is golden brown and no longer doughy in the center.
Cool and serve: Allow the monkey bread to cool in the pan for 10 minutes. Then, carefully turn it upside down onto a serving plate. Pull apart to serve while it’s warm. Optionally, top with the icing included with the Grands Cinnamon Rolls for extra sweetness.

Notes

You can top the monkey bread with the icing that comes with the Grands Cinnamon Rolls for an added treat.
Be careful not to overbake, as the bread can become dry. Check for doneness by looking for a golden-brown exterior and a non-doughy center.
For added flavor, consider sprinkling chopped nuts or raisins between layers.
Best served while warm for the freshest taste.

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1/8 of bread
Calories: 380
Sugar: 24g
Sodium: 290mg
Fat: 16g
Saturated Fat: 10g
Unsaturated Fat: 5g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 50g
Fiber: 1g
Protein: 4g
Cholesterol: 45mg