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Loaf Pan Monkey Bread Recipe

4.7 from 101 reviews

This Loaf Pan Monkey Bread is a delightful, gooey treat made by coating biscuit dough pieces in cinnamon sugar, layering them in a loaf pan, and baking them with a buttery brown sugar glaze. Perfect for breakfast or an indulgent snack, it combines the ease of refrigerated biscuit dough with the classic sweet flavors of monkey bread in a convenient loaf shape.

Ingredients

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Monkey Bread Base

  • 1 can refrigerated biscuit dough (8-count, flaky style)
  • 1/2 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 tablespoon ground cinnamon

Brown Sugar Glaze

  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter
  • 1/3 cup brown sugar
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract (optional)

Instructions

  1. Preheat and Prepare Pan: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9×5-inch loaf pan thoroughly to prevent sticking during baking.
  2. Cut the Biscuit Dough: Cut each biscuit from the can into quarters to create bite-sized pieces suitable for layering.
  3. Coat with Cinnamon Sugar: Combine granulated sugar and ground cinnamon in a zip-top bag, then add the biscuit pieces. Shake the bag well to coat all pieces evenly with the cinnamon sugar mixture.
  4. Layer the Biscuit Pieces: Loosely arrange the coated biscuit pieces into the greased loaf pan ensuring they have space to expand while baking.
  5. Prepare Brown Sugar Glaze: Melt the unsalted butter in a saucepan over medium heat. Stir in the brown sugar and optional vanilla extract until the mixture is smooth and fully combined.
  6. Pour Glaze Over Dough: Evenly pour the warm brown sugar glaze over the layered biscuit pieces in the loaf pan, allowing it to seep between the pieces.
  7. Bake: Bake in the preheated oven for 35 to 40 minutes or until the bread is golden brown on top and cooked through.
  8. Cool and Serve: Let the monkey bread cool in the pan for about 10 minutes, then invert it onto a plate. Serve warm for the best gooey experience.

Notes

  • Make sure to grease the loaf pan well to help the monkey bread release easily after baking.
  • Cutting the biscuits into quarters ensures even coating and baking.
  • You can skip the vanilla extract if desired, but it adds a nice depth of flavor to the glaze.
  • Serve warm for the best texture and taste; monkey bread doesn’t hold well after refrigeration.
  • For a richer flavor, consider adding chopped nuts or raisins between layers before pouring the glaze.

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