Dive into Sweet Bliss: Grands!® Monkey Bread – A Sticky Symphony of Dough and Caramelized Sugar!
Get ready to embark on a journey of irresistible sweetness with our Grands!® Monkey Bread recipe. This classic pull-apart treat, adorned with layers of cinnamon, sugar, and gooey caramel, is a crowd-pleaser that transcends breakfast and dessert boundaries. Join us as we unravel the secrets behind creating this delectable masterpiece – a sticky symphony of doughy indulgence that promises to fill your home with the comforting aroma of warm cinnamon and caramel.
Ingredients: For Grands!® Monkey Bread:
- 4 cans (16.3 oz each) Pillsbury Grands!® refrigerated biscuits
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 tablespoon ground cinnamon
- 1 cup unsalted butter
- 1 cup packed light brown sugar
For the Keto and Low Carb Version:
- 4 cans (16.3 oz each) Pillsbury Grands!® refrigerated biscuits
- 1 cup granulated erythritol or stevia
- 1 tablespoon ground cinnamon
- 1 cup unsalted butter
- 1 cup packed golden erythritol or brown sugar substitute
Instructions:
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a Bundt pan generously.
- Prepare Biscuit Dough: Open the cans of Grands!® refrigerated biscuits and cut each biscuit into quarters.
- Coat in Cinnamon Sugar: In a large resealable plastic bag, combine granulated sugar and ground cinnamon. Add the biscuit quarters to the bag and shake until each piece is coated in the cinnamon-sugar mixture.
- Layer in Bundt Pan: Arrange the coated biscuit pieces in the prepared Bundt pan, creating an even layer.
- Prepare Caramel Sauce: In a saucepan, melt the butter and add the packed light brown sugar (or brown sugar substitute for the keto version). Bring the mixture to a boil, stirring constantly. Once it reaches a caramel consistency, remove it from heat.
- Pour Caramel Over Biscuits: Pour the hot caramel sauce evenly over the biscuit pieces in the Bundt pan.
- Bake: Place the Bundt pan in the preheated oven and bake for 30-35 minutes or until the top is golden brown and the biscuits are cooked through.
- Cool and Invert: Allow the Monkey Bread to cool for about 10 minutes before inverting it onto a serving plate. The caramel will create a deliciously sticky glaze over the bread.
Cook Notes:
- Bundt Pan Size: Ensure your Bundt pan is large enough to accommodate the biscuit pieces and caramel sauce without overflowing during baking.
- Caramel Consistency: Be vigilant while making the caramel sauce; it should be thick enough to coat the biscuits but not overly sticky.
Variations: Enhance your Grands!® Monkey Bread adventure with these creative variations:
- Nutty Delight: Add a cup of chopped pecans or walnuts to the caramel sauce before pouring it over the biscuits.
- Fruit Fusion: Mix in a cup of diced apples or raisins with the biscuit pieces for a fruity twist.
Keto Version: For those on a keto journey, make these simple substitutions:
- Sugar Substitute: Replace granulated sugar with granulated erythritol or stevia in both the cinnamon coating and caramel sauce.
- Brown Sugar Substitute: Opt for a brown sugar substitute made with erythritol or stevia for the caramel sauce.
Low Carb Version: Trim down the carbs without compromising on taste:
- Reduced Sweetener: Use half the amount of sweetener in both the cinnamon coating and caramel sauce for a less sweet option.
Grands!® Monkey Bread isn’t just a recipe; it’s a celebration of warmth and sweetness that brings people together. Whether you’re starting your day with a delightful breakfast or ending a meal with a decadent dessert, each pull-apart piece is a testament to the joy of sharing good food. Whether you follow the classic recipe or venture into keto and low-carb adaptations, the result is a sticky, cinnamon-infused creation that will have everyone reaching for seconds. Share this Monkey Bread with loved ones, make it a centerpiece of your brunch table, and let the comforting aroma of cinnamon and caramel become a cherished memory in your kitchen. So, preheat that oven, open those Grands!® biscuits, and get ready to savor the magic of Grands!® Monkey Bread – a sweet symphony that transforms ordinary moments into extraordinary delights!