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Easy Christmas Morning Monkey Bread


  • Author: joe
  • Total Time: 50 minutes
  • Yield: 8 servings 1x
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

A delightful and easy-to-make sweet treat that embodies the spirit of Christmas, perfect for family gatherings.


Ingredients

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  • 2 cans refrigerated biscuit dough
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 2 tablespoons ground cinnamon
  • ¼ cup unsalted butter, melted
  • ½ cup brown sugar
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • Nuts (optional, e.g., chopped pecans)

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease your bundt pan with butter.
  2. In a mixing bowl, combine granulated sugar and cinnamon.
  3. Open the biscuit dough and cut each biscuit into quarters.
  4. Roll each piece into a ball, dip in melted butter, and coat with the sugar-cinnamon mixture.
  5. Layer the dough balls in the bundt pan, adding brown sugar and nuts between layers.
  6. Pour any remaining butter on top and sprinkle with leftover cinnamon-sugar mixture.
  7. Bake for 30-35 minutes until golden brown. Let it cool a few moments before inverting onto a serving plate.
  8. Optional: Drizzle with icing made from powdered sugar and milk just before serving.

Notes

For extra flavor, you can add a splash of vanilla extract or a sprinkle of nutmeg. Be sure to allow the dough to rise in a warm environment for best results.

  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 35 minutes
  • Category: Breakfast
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 serving
  • Calories: 320
  • Sugar: 20g
  • Sodium: 350mg
  • Fat: 12g
  • Saturated Fat: 7g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 5g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 44g
  • Fiber: 1g
  • Protein: 6g
  • Cholesterol: 30mg

Keywords: Monkey Bread, Christmas Breakfast, Holiday Treat, Easy Recipe