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Fluffy Pull-Apart Cinnamon Monkey Bread Recipe Easy Homemade Treat with Cream Cheese Glaze

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A soft, gooey, and perfectly sweet pull-apart cinnamon monkey bread coated in cinnamon sugar and topped with a luscious cream cheese glaze. Perfect for breakfast, dessert, or snack time.

Ingredients

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  • 2 ½ cups all-purpose flour
  • 2 ¼ teaspoons active dry yeast (one packet)
  • ¼ cup granulated sugar
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • ¾ cup whole milk, warmed to about 110°F (43°C)
  • 3 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted and slightly cooled
  • 1 large egg, room temperature
  • ½ cup unsalted butter, melted (to coat the dough balls)
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 2 tablespoons ground cinnamon
  • 4 ounces cream cheese, softened
  • ¼ cup powdered sugar, sifted
  • ½ teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 2–3 tablespoons whole milk (adjust for desired consistency)

Instructions

  1. Activate the Yeast: In a small bowl, combine the warm milk (110°F/43°C) and granulated sugar. Sprinkle the yeast over the top and let it sit for 5-7 minutes until foamy.
  2. Make the Dough: In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the flour and salt. Add the melted butter, egg, and the foamy yeast mixture. Mix with a wooden spoon or dough hook on low speed until the dough starts to come together, about 3-4 minutes.
  3. Knead: Turn the dough onto a lightly floured surface and knead for 6-8 minutes until smooth and elastic. If using a stand mixer, knead with the dough hook for 5 minutes on medium speed.
  4. First Rise: Place the dough in a greased bowl, cover with a clean kitchen towel or plastic wrap, and let it rise in a warm spot for 1 to 1 ½ hours, until doubled in size.
  5. Prepare Cinnamon Sugar: In a medium bowl, mix together sugar and cinnamon. Melt the butter in another bowl for dipping the dough balls.
  6. Shape Dough Balls: Punch down the risen dough and divide it into about 30 small pieces (roughly 1-inch balls). Roll each piece between your palms for a smooth ball.
  7. Coat the Dough: Dip each ball into the melted butter, then roll it in the cinnamon sugar, making sure it’s fully coated.
  8. Assemble in Pan: Place the coated balls into the greased Bundt pan, layering them evenly.
  9. Second Rise: Cover the pan loosely and let the dough balls rise again for 30-40 minutes, until puffy.
  10. Bake: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Bake the monkey bread for 30-35 minutes until golden brown and bubbly. Tent with foil if top browns too fast.
  11. Cool Before Glazing: Allow the bread to cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then invert onto a serving plate.
  12. Make the Cream Cheese Glaze: In a bowl, beat softened cream cheese, powdered sugar, vanilla, and milk until smooth. Adjust milk to get a drizzle-able consistency.
  13. Drizzle & Serve: Pour the glaze generously over the warm monkey bread. Pull apart and enjoy warm!

Notes

Warm the milk to activate the yeast properly. Use a fork to dip dough balls into butter to avoid sticky hands. Layer dough balls snugly for the perfect pull-apart effect. Tent with foil if browning too fast. Let bread cool slightly before glazing to prevent glaze from melting off.

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