Cinnamon Roll Monkey Bread

Cinnamon Roll Monkey Bread is a favorite recipe to enjoy for breakfast or dessert. This warm treat combines two family favorites and is ready in 30 minutes.

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Cinnamon roll monkey bread combines two favorite breakfast recipes into one warm, gooey, and easy to make breakfast treat. Using store-bought cinnamon rolls, this deliciously simple recipe uses just 5 ingredients. 

If you’re looking for more breakfast delights, you’ll want to make Instant Pot monkey bread, crockpot cinnamon roll casserole, or monkey bread muffins. 

Cinnamon Roll Monkey Bread Ingredients

Substitutions and Additions

ICING: While the bread is sweet on its own, it’s so delicious with the addition of a sweet glaze on top. Simply microwave the icing provided in the prepared cinnamon rolls for about 10 to 15 seconds to liquefy it slightly. Pour the melted icing over the top of the monkey bread. You can also keep the icing on the side and use it as a dip.

How to Make This Cinnamon Roll Monkey Bread Recipe 

STEP ONE: Preheat your oven to 400 degrees.

STEP TWO: Take the cinnamon roll dough and cut each roll into quarters.

STEP THREE: In a medium bowl, mix together cinnamon and sugar and then toss the cinnamon roll dough quarters in the bowl.

STEP FOUR: Once well coated, add them to the bundt pan.

STEP FIVE: Melt butter and brown sugar together.

STEP SIX: Pour over the dough inside the bundt pan.

STEP SEVEN: Bake for 20 minutes, then let cool for 10 to 15 minutes. Once it’s warm, no longer hot, you can flip the cinnamon roll monkey bread onto a plate from the bundt pan.

How to Serve

Enjoy cinnamon roll monkey bread as a perfect weekend breakfast or a fun dessert. Top it with a handful of fresh berries or a dollop of whipped cream. Then wash it all down with a warm cup of coffee or a homemade Orange Julius. 

Storage

IN THE FRIDGE: Cinnamon Roll Monkey Bread is best eaten fresh, and storing it in the fridge can cause the bread to become hard and stale. If you need to store leftover monkey bread place it in an airtight container or cover it tightly with plastic wrap for up to 2 days.

Cinnamon Roll Monkey Bread is a delectable recipe to enjoy for breakfast, brunch, or dessert. This family-friendly recipe only takes 30 minutes from start to finish. Bake some up to serve at a shower or get together with friends, or simply enjoy it as part of a relaxing weekend at home. 

Frequently Asked Questions

Can you add nuts to Cinnamon Roll Monkey Bread? 

Chopped nuts, like pecans or walnuts, are a crunchy and delightful addition to your monkey bread. Add them to the bread before baking, or use them as a topping. Another delicious addition is a handful of chocolate chips. 

What can I use as a topping? 

Dust the top of your cinnamon roll monkey bread with powdered sugar or a sprinkle of cinnamon sugar. Drizzle your monkey bread with caramel sauce or chocolate syrup or add a handful of chopped nuts to the top of the monkey bread.  

Can you freeze monkey bread? 

Cinnamon roll monkey bread tastes best served on the same day, and we don’t recommend that you freeze leftovers.

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Cinnamon Roll Monkey Bread

Cinnamon Roll Monkey Bread is a favorite recipe to enjoy for breakfast or dessert. This warm treat combines two family favorites and is ready in 30 minutes.

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Prep Time 10 minutes mins

Cook Time 20 minutes mins

Total Time 30 minutes mins

Course Dessert

Cuisine American

Servings 8

Ingredients

  

• 16 ounces cinnamon rolls, prepared large
• 1 cup white sugar
• 1 tbsp cinnamon
• ½ cup butter, melted
• ¼ cup brown sugar

Instructions

 

• Preheat your oven to 400 degrees.
• Take the cinnamon roll dough and cut each roll into quarters.
• In a medium bowl, mix together cinnamon and sugar and then toss the cinnamon roll dough quarters in the bowl.
• Once well coated, add them to the bundt pan.
• Melt butter and brown sugar together, then pour over the dough inside the bundt pan.
• Bake for 20 minutes, then let cool for 10 to 5 minutes. Once it’s warm, no longer hot, you can flip the cinnamon roll monkey bread onto a plate from the bundt pan.