Description
This easy Monkey Bread recipe is a warm, comforting, and plant-based treat packed with sweet cinnamon flavor. Perfect for breakfast, dessert, or a cozy snack, it features soft, pull-apart bites coated in a sticky cinnamon sugar glaze. Simple to prepare with everyday ingredients, it’s an enjoyable treat to share with family and friends.
Ingredients
Plant-Based Dough
- Flour (quantity as required for dough)
- Apple cider vinegar
- Plant-based butter
Cinnamon Sugar Coating
- Natural cinnamon
- Sugar
Glaze
- Plant-based butter
- Brown sugar
- Vanilla extract (natural)
- Natural gelling agent
Additional Ingredients
- Vegetarian Worcestershire sauce
Instructions
- Prepare the Dough: Begin by mixing the plant-based dough ingredients, including flour, apple cider vinegar, and plant-based butter, to create a soft but manageable dough. Knead lightly until fully combined and smooth. Let the dough rest to rise gently, allowing lightness to develop.
- Form the Dough Balls: Divide the dough into small bite-sized balls for the signature pull-apart texture. These will be rolled in cinnamon sugar and layered in your baking dish.
- Add the Cinnamon Sugar Coating: Mix sugar and natural cinnamon in a bowl. Roll each dough ball thoroughly in this mixture to ensure each piece is sweet and fragrant, giving Monkey Bread its irresistible flavor.
- Layer in the Pan: Grease a bundt pan or similar baking dish with plant-based butter, then layer the cinnamon-sugar coated dough balls inside, packing them snugly but not too tightly. This step helps build the characteristic Monkey Bread shape.
- Prepare the Sweet Glaze: In a saucepan, melt plant-based butter with brown sugar, vanilla extract (natural), and natural gelling agent. Pour this syrup evenly over the dough balls to infuse moisture and sticky sweetness during baking.
- Bake to Golden Perfection: Bake Monkey Bread in a preheated oven until the top is golden and caramelized. The inviting aroma indicates it is ready.
- Cool and Serve: Once baked, allow the bread to cool slightly before turning it out on a serving plate. The warm, sticky pieces will tear apart easily for sharing and enjoyment.
Notes
- Use room temperature ingredients to ensure smooth mixing and proper dough rise.
- Allow dough to rest and rise for a fluffy, airy texture.
- Roll each dough ball thoroughly in cinnamon sugar for an even, flavorful coating.
- Grease your pan well to prevent sticking and ease removal.
- Serve Monkey Bread warm for the best gooey and sticky experience.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Appetizers
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 piece
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 20g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: Monkey Bread, plant-based dessert, cinnamon sugar bread, pull-apart bread, vegan breakfast, sweet snack