Apple Fritter Monkey Bread Recipe

Introduction

Apple Fritter Monkey Bread is a delightful twist on classic monkey bread, combining tender biscuit pieces with cinnamon-spiced apples and a sweet buttery glaze. This easy-to-make treat is perfect for breakfast, brunch, or dessert and invites everyone to pull apart warm, gooey bites.

Ingredients

• 2 cups peeled and diced apples
• ¼ cup brown sugar (packed)
• 3 teaspoons ground cinnamon (divided)
• ¾ cup granulated sugar
• 32 ounces refrigerator biscuits (2 packs)
• ½ cup butter (melted, 1 stick)
• 1 cup brown sugar (packed)
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Instructions

1. Step 1: Preheat the oven to 350°F. Grease a 12-cup bundt pan with non-stick cooking spray and set it aside.
2. Step 2: In a small bowl, mix the diced apples with ¼ cup brown sugar and 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon. Set this apple mixture aside.
3. Step 3: In a large bowl, whisk together the granulated sugar and remaining 2 teaspoons of ground cinnamon. Open the biscuit packages and cut each biscuit into 4 pieces. Toss these biscuit pieces in the cinnamon sugar mixture until fully coated.
4. Step 4: Layer the bundt pan starting with 1/3 of the apple mixture, followed by 1/3 of the coated biscuit pieces. Repeat layering two more times until all apples and biscuits are used.
5. Step 5: In a small bowl, combine the melted butter, 1 cup brown sugar, and vanilla extract to make the sauce. Pour this mixture evenly over the layered biscuits and apples in the bundt pan.
6. Step 6: Bake in the preheated oven for 50 to 60 minutes. Check the monkey bread at 45 minutes; if the top is browning too quickly, cover with foil for the remainder of the baking time.
7. Step 7: Allow the monkey bread to cool in the pan for about 10 minutes before carefully inverting it onto a serving plate.
8. Step 8: Serve the monkey bread warm, enjoying the gooey, cinnamon-sweet bites.

Tips & Variations

• Use tart apples like Granny Smith for a nice balance of sweetness and tang.
• For extra texture, add chopped nuts such as pecans or walnuts between the layers.
• Serve with a drizzle of vanilla glaze or cream cheese frosting for added indulgence.

Storage

Store leftover monkey bread in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2 days or in the refrigerator for up to 4 days. Reheat individual portions in the microwave for 15-20 seconds or in a 300°F oven for 10 minutes to restore warmth and softness.

How to Serve

Serve this delicious recipe with your favorite sides.

FAQs

Can I use homemade biscuit dough instead of refrigerated biscuits?

Yes, homemade biscuit dough works well. Just cut the dough into small pieces as you would with the refrigerated biscuits and follow the recipe instructions.

What can I do if my monkey bread is too sticky?

If the monkey bread is overly sticky, try reducing the butter or brown sugar slightly in the topping sauce. Also, letting it cool for a few extra minutes before serving helps it set up better.

Apple Fritter Monkey Bread Recipe

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This Apple Fritter Monkey Bread is a delicious, pull-apart treat combining tender biscuit dough with sweet cinnamon apples and a buttery brown sugar sauce. Perfect for breakfast, brunch, or dessert, this easy-to-make recipe bakes a gooey, fragrant bread that is sure to delight the whole family.

• Author: Grace
• Prep Time: 15 minutes
• Cook Time: 55 minutes
• Total Time: 1 hour 10 minutes
• Yield: 12 servings 1x
• Category: Dessert, Breakfast
• Method: Baking
• Cuisine: American

Ingredients

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For the Apple Mixture

• 2 cups peeled and diced apples
• ¼ cup brown sugar (packed)
• 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon

For the Biscuit Coating

• ¾ cup granulated sugar
• 2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
• 32 ounces refrigerator biscuits (2 packs)

For the Sauce

• ½ cup butter (melted, 1 stick)
• 1 cup brown sugar (packed)
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Instructions

1. Preheat and Prepare Pan: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 12-cup bundt pan thoroughly with non-stick cooking spray to ensure the monkey bread doesn’t stick.
2. Mix Apples: In a small bowl, combine the peeled and diced apples with ¼ cup of brown sugar and 1 teaspoon of ground cinnamon. Set this mixture aside to marinate and infuse the apples with flavor.
3. Prepare Cinnamon Sugar Coating: In a large mixing bowl, whisk together ¾ cup granulated sugar and 2 teaspoons ground cinnamon until evenly mixed.
4. Cut and Coat Biscuits: Open both packs of refrigerator biscuit dough and cut each biscuit into 4 pieces. Toss these biscuit pieces in the cinnamon sugar mixture until they are well coated, ensuring every bite has sweetness and spice.
5. Layer Ingredients in Bundt Pan: Spoon about a third of the cinnamon-sugar coated biscuit pieces into the bottom of the bundt pan. Add a third of the apple mixture over the biscuit pieces. Continue layering biscuit pieces and apples in thirds until all ingredients are used.
6. Make and Pour Sauce: In a small bowl, mix together the melted butter, 1 cup brown sugar, and 1 teaspoon vanilla extract until combined. Pour this sauce evenly over the layered biscuit and apple mixture in the bundt pan.
7. Bake the Monkey Bread: Place the bundt pan in the preheated oven and bake for 50-60 minutes. Check at about 45 minutes; if the top is browning too quickly, cover it loosely with aluminum foil for the remaining time to prevent burning.
8. Cool and Serve: After baking, let the monkey bread cool in the pan for 10 minutes. Then carefully invert the bundt pan onto a serving plate to release the bread. Serve warm for the best gooey, tender texture.

Notes

• If apples are very juicy, pat them dry slightly to avoid soggy bread.
• Use Granny Smith or Fuji apples for a good balance of tartness and sweetness.
• The biscuit dough can be substituted with homemade biscuit dough if preferred.
• Make sure to grease the pan well to ensure easy removal.
• Leftovers can be reheated gently in the microwave or oven for a warm treat.

Keywords: Apple fritter, Monkey bread, Pull-apart bread, Cinnamon sugar biscuits, Breakfast bread, Dessert bread