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Monkey Bread with Canned Biscuits

This Monkey Bread is irresistibly gooey and sweet! Easy to make with canned biscuits, it’s perfect for brunch or dessert!
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 8 servings
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Monkey Bread:
  • 2 packages refrigerated biscuit dough Pillsbury Grand's Buttermilk Biscuits recommended
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 tablespoon ground cinnamon
  • 1/2 teaspoon cardamom
  • 1 cup chopped pecans optional
  • 16 tablespoons unsalted butter
  • 1/2 cup light brown sugar packed
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Equipment

  • Bundt pan
  • Mixing bowls
  • Measuring cups and spoons
  • Whisk or Fork
  • Butter knife or spatula

Method
 

Cooking Instructions:
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. Using 1 1/2 tablespoons of butter, grease the entire inside of your Bundt pan.
  3. Take your refrigerated biscuit dough and cut each biscuit into quarters.
  4. In a mixing bowl, combine the granulated sugar, ground cinnamon, and cardamom. If you’re using pecans, add them to this mixture.
  5. Toss the quartered biscuit pieces into the cinnamon-sugar mixture until well coated.
  6. Layer the coated biscuit pieces evenly in the prepared Bundt pan.
  7. In a small saucepan, melt the unsalted butter over low heat. Stir in the light brown sugar, salt, and vanilla extract until combined.
  8. Pour the melted butter mixture over the layered biscuit pieces in the Bundt pan.
  9. Bake for 30-35 minutes, or until golden brown and a toothpick inserted comes out clean.
  10. Let it cool for about 10 minutes, then invert the pan onto a serving plate to release the Monkey Bread.

Notes

  • Store leftovers in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2 days.
  • For longer storage, wrap in plastic wrap and refrigerate for up to a week.
  • Reheat in the microwave for about 15-20 seconds or in the oven for about 10 minutes.