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Best Quick Pull-Apart Cinnamon Monkey Bread Recipe

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This quick pull-apart cinnamon monkey bread uses canned biscuits for a shortcut, creating a warm, sticky, and caramelized treat that’s perfect for brunch, potlucks, or lazy Sunday mornings. It’s forgiving, fast, and absolutely delicious.

Ingredients

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  • 2 cans (16.3 oz each) canned buttermilk biscuits (8 count each, such as Pillsbury Grands!)
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 2 tablespoons ground cinnamon
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter (1 stick)
  • 1 cup packed brown sugar (light or dark)
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • Optional: 1/2 cup chopped pecans or walnuts, raisins, or dried cranberries

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Generously grease a 10-12 cup bundt pan with butter or non-stick spray.
  2. Open both cans of biscuits. Separate each biscuit and cut into quarters (about 64 pieces total).
  3. In a medium bowl, whisk together 1 cup granulated sugar and 2 tablespoons ground cinnamon until no clumps remain.
  4. Working in batches, toss biscuit pieces in the cinnamon-sugar mixture until fully coated.
  5. Arrange coated pieces in the prepared bundt pan in an even layer, slightly overlapping. Sprinkle any remaining cinnamon-sugar mixture over the top. If using nuts or dried fruit, sprinkle between layers.
  6. In a small saucepan over medium heat, melt 1/2 cup unsalted butter with 1 cup packed brown sugar and 1 teaspoon vanilla extract. Stir constantly until smooth and bubbly, about 2-3 minutes. (Alternatively, microwave in 30-second bursts, stirring each time.)
  7. Pour the butter-brown sugar mixture evenly over the biscuit pieces, covering as much surface area as possible.
  8. Bake for 25-30 minutes, until top is deep golden brown and edges are bubbling. If top browns too fast, tent loosely with foil for last 5 minutes.
  9. Let bread cool in pan for exactly 5 minutes. Set a timer.
  10. Place a large serving plate (with a rim) upside down on top of the pan. Holding both firmly, carefully flip the pan over. Lift pan slowly, coaxing out any stuck pieces with a butter knife.
  11. Serve warm. Let people pull off pieces with their fingers or forks.

Notes

For best results, use full-fat butter and firmly packed brown sugar. Grease the pan thoroughly to prevent sticking. Let the bread cool in the pan for exactly 5 minutes before inverting. Serve warm for the best texture. Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2 days; reheat in a 300°F oven for 5-7 minutes.

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