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Monkey Bread with Canned Biscuits

Monkey Bread with Canned Biscuits


  • Author: Christopher
  • Total Time: 50 minutes
  • Yield: 8 servings
  • Diet: Gluten Free

Description

This easy Monkey Bread with Canned Biscuits recipe delivers a delightfully gooey, sweet treat perfect for breakfast, brunch, or dessert. Soft biscuit pieces coated in a cinnamon and brown sugar blend, enriched with a buttery plant-based spread and vegetarian Worcestershire sauce, create a luscious caramelized pull-apart bread that is simple to prepare and irresistible to share.


Ingredients

Base Ingredients

  • Canned biscuits (1 can, about 16 oz)
  • Brown sugar (1 cup, packed)
  • Cinnamon (1 to 2 teaspoons, natural)
  • Salt (a pinch)

Coating and Sauce

  • Plant-based spread (1/2 cup, melted)
  • Vegetarian Worcestershire sauce (1 tablespoon, natural)
  • Apple cider vinegar (1 teaspoon)

Optional Additions

  • Chopped nuts (1/2 cup, such as pecans or walnuts)
  • Dried cranberries or raisins (1/3 cup)

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Coating: In a medium bowl, combine the brown sugar, cinnamon, and a pinch of salt. Melt the plant-based spread and mix it with the vegetarian Worcestershire sauce and apple cider vinegar to create a rich, sticky coating.
  2. Cut and Coat the Biscuits: Cut each canned biscuit into quarters or bite-sized pieces. Toss the dough pieces in the brown sugar and cinnamon mixture, then dip them into the melted plant-based spread mixture to coat each piece thoroughly.
  3. Layer in the Baking Pan: Spray a bundt pan or deep round baking dish with plant-based cooking spray. Arrange the coated biscuit pieces evenly in the pan. If using, sprinkle chopped nuts or dried fruit between layers to distribute flavors and textures.
  4. Bake to Perfection: Bake at 350°F (175°C) for 30 to 40 minutes until the top is golden and bubbling. The caramelized coating will soak into the biscuits, forming a gooey pull-apart bread.
  5. Cool and Serve: Let the monkey bread cool for 5 to 10 minutes. Invert the pan onto a serving plate for presentation. Serve warm and enjoy the sticky, soft bites.

Notes

  • Use fresh canned biscuits and check expiration to ensure fluffiness.
  • Ensure even coating of every biscuit piece for the best texture.
  • Distribute nuts and dried fruits evenly for balanced flavor and texture.
  • Allow the bread to cool before inverting to preserve shape and sauce.
  • Use a natural gelling agent for glazes to improve texture and stickiness.
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 35 minutes
  • Category: Appetizers
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1/8 of recipe
  • Calories: 310
  • Sugar: 18g
  • Sodium: 350mg
  • Fat: 15g
  • Saturated Fat: 4g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 9g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 38g
  • Fiber: 1g
  • Protein: 3g
  • Cholesterol: 0mg

Keywords: monkey bread, canned biscuits, cinnamon sugar pull-apart bread, easy breakfast, sweet treat, caramelized bread