Description
This Monkey Bread recipe is a warm, sweet, and fun plant-based treat perfect for breakfasts, brunch, or snacks. It features soft, pull-apart biscuit dough coated in a cinnamon and brown sugar glaze, topped with a luscious vanilla powdered sugar glaze. Easy to make with simple pantry ingredients and versatile with flavor variations, it is sure to delight everyone at your table.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients
- 1 can plant-based biscuit dough
- 1 cup brown sugar
- 2 teaspoons cinnamon (natural)
- 1/4 cup plant-based butter
Glaze Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons plant-based butter
- 1 teaspoon vegetarian Worcestershire sauce (natural)
- 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
- 1 teaspoon natural gelling agent
- 1/2 cup powdered sugar (natural)
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract (natural)
Optional Variations
- 1/2 cup chopped walnuts or pecans (for Nutty Delight)
- 1/2 cup dried cranberries, raisins, or chopped dates (for Fruit Infusion)
- Maple syrup (natural), substitution for brown sugar (for Maple Twist)
- 1/2 cup plant-based chocolate chips (for Chocolate Lover’s)
- Pinch of nutmeg or cardamom (natural) (for Spiced Up)
Instructions
- Prepare the Dough Pieces: Heat the oven and generously grease your baking pan with plant-based butter. Cut the plant-based biscuit dough into bite-sized pieces to ensure easy coating and a fun pull-apart texture.
- Coat in Cinnamon Sugar: In a large bowl, mix the brown sugar and cinnamon (natural). Roll each dough piece in this sugar blend until fully coated to create a sticky, flavorful exterior.
- Layer in the Pan: Place each coated dough piece into the prepared pan, layering evenly to allow the sugar and juices to caramelize perfectly during baking.
- Make the Glaze: In a saucepan, combine the plant-based butter, vegetarian Worcestershire sauce (natural), apple cider vinegar, and natural gelling agent. Heat gently until smooth and shiny, then pour over the layered dough pieces in the pan.
- Bake Until Golden: Bake the Monkey Bread until cooked through and golden on top, typically 25 to 30 minutes. The aroma will be warm and inviting.
- Add the Final Touch: Once slightly cooled, mix powdered sugar (natural) with vanilla extract (natural) and drizzle this glaze over the Monkey Bread for an irresistible finishing sweetness.
Notes
- Use fresh plant-based biscuit dough for the best texture and rise.
- Ensure each dough piece is well coated with cinnamon sugar for maximum flavor.
- Do not overcrowd dough pieces in the pan to allow for perfect caramelization.
- Check baking time and look for golden brown tops and fully cooked centers.
- Allow Monkey Bread to cool for a few minutes before serving to make pulling apart easier.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 to 30 minutes
- Category: Appetizers
- Method: Baking
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 piece
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 220mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: Monkey Bread, plant-based, cinnamon sugar, pull-apart bread, sweet treat, vegan breakfast