Imagine waking up to the smell of freshbaked monkey bread. Your kitchen smells like a bakery. The bread is warm sweet and ready to eat. Best part You did all the work last night.his overnight monkey bread recipe is a gamechanger. You prepare everything before bed. In the morning just pop it in the oven. No measuring. No mixing. No stress.
It’s perfect for:
- Christmas morning Spend time with family not in the kitchen
- Birthday breakfasts Make someone feel special
- Weekend brunch Impress your guests without the rush
- Holiday gatherings Thanksgiving Easter or any celebration
- Lazy Sunday mornings Treat yourself to something amazing
What is Monkey Bread
Monkey bread is a sweet dessert. It’s made from small pieces of dough.
Each piece gets coated in cinnamon and sugar. Then you stack them in a pan. Add butterscotch sauce on top. When you bake it everything melts together. The outside gets crispy. The inside stays soft and gooey.
Why is it called monkey bread Because you pull it apart with your hands. Just like a monkey would Other names: bubble bread or coffee cake.
How to Make Monkey Bread
Making monkey bread is easy. Here’s how:
- Cut biscuit dough into small pieces
- Roll each piece in cinnamon and sugar
- Put them in a greased pan
- Make butterscotch sauce (butter + brown sugar + cream)
- Pour the sauce over the dough
- Bake at 350°F for 3040 minutes
- Let it cool for 10 minutes
- Flip it onto a plate
- Pull it apart and enjoy
The dough pieces stick together. They form a sweet sticky bread. It tastes amazing
How to Make Monkey Bread Without a Bundt Pan
No bundt pan No problem
You can use other pans:
- 9×13 baking dish Works great. More crispy edges
- Round cake pan Use a deep one
- Muffin tins Makes individual servings
- Tube pan Similar to bundt pan
Tips for other pans:
- Grease them well
- Shallow pans need less baking time (510 minutes less)
- Deep pans need more time (5 minutes more)
- Check the center with a toothpick. It should come out clean.
Any pan works. Just watch the baking time
How Do You Keep Monkey Bread Warm
Want to keep it warm Try these methods:
For 1 hour or less:
- Leave it on the counter
- Cover loosely with foil
- It stays warm naturally
For longer time:
- Put it in a 200°F oven
- Cover with foil
- The low heat keeps it warm without drying it out
For parties:
- Use a warming tray on low heat
- Or wrap in foil and towels
To reheat:
- Wrap in foil
- Heat in 300°F oven for 1015 minutes
- It tastes fresh again
Warm monkey bread tastes best. The sauce stays gooey and delicious.
How to Make Monkey Bread Without a Bundt Pan
Hot water kills yeast. This is important to know
The right temperature:
- Water should be 105110°F
- That’s warm but not hot
- Like baby bottle temperature
Too hot (over 130°F):
- Yeast dies
- Dough won’t rise
- Bread stays flat and heavy
How to check:
- Use a thermometer
- Or test on your wrist
- It should feel warm and comfortable
What to look for:
- Good yeast bubbles and foams
- Dead yeast does nothing
Good news:
- This recipe uses refrigerated dough
- No yeast worries
- It’s already ready to use
If you make dough from scratch always check water temperature first.
Ingredients
You need these items:
- 2 cans refrigerated biscuit dough (16 oz each)
- Sugar
- Cinnamon
- Butter
- Brown sugar
- Butterscotch chips
- Heavy cream
- Vanilla extract
Want to add more
- Chopped nuts (pecans or walnuts)
- A pinch of salt
That’s it Simple and easy to find.
Recipe Instructions
Follow these easy steps:
| Step | What To Do | Time/Temp |
| 1 | Cut each biscuit into 4 pieces | |
| 2 | Mix sugar and cinnamon in a bowl | |
| 3 | Toss dough pieces in the sugar mix | |
| 4 | Grease your bundt pan well | |
| 5 | Put half the dough in the pan | |
| 6 | Make the sauce: melt butter brown sugar butterscotch chips and cream in a pot | 35 minutes |
| 7 | Stir until smooth | |
| 8 | Add vanilla | |
| 9 | Pour half the sauce over the dough | |
| 10 | Add the rest of the dough | |
| 11 | Pour the rest of the sauce on top | |
| 12 | Cover with plastic wrap and foil | |
| 13 | Put in the fridge overnight monkey bread | 812 hours |
| 14 | In the morning take it out before baking | 30 minutes |
| 15 | Heat oven | 350°F |
| 16 | Bake until golden | 3540 minutes |
| 17 | Let it cool | 10 minutes |
| 18 | Flip onto a plate |
That’s it Easy and delicious.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I make this ahead Yes That’s the point. Make it at night. Bake it in the morning.
How long does it last Keep it covered at room temperature for 23 days. In the fridge it lasts 5 days. Reheat before eating.
Can I freeze it Yes Freeze before baking. It lasts 3 months. Thaw in the fridge overnight monkey bread. Then bake as normal.
Overnight Monkey Bread
Ingredients
Dough
- 2 cans (16 oz each) refrigerated biscuit dough
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
Brown Sugar Coating
- 1 cup unsalted butter
- 1 1/2 cups packed brown sugar
- 1 cup butterscotch chips
- 1/4 cup heavy cream
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Glaze
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 23 tablespoons milk
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
Step |
What To Do |
1 |
Cut biscuits into quarters (40 pieces) |
2 |
Mix sugar and cinnamon |
3 |
Coat dough in cinnamon sugar |
4 |
Grease 12-cup bundt pan |
5 |
Add half the dough to pan |
6 |
Melt butter, brown sugar, butterscotch chips, cream |
7 |
Stir until smooth (3-5 minutes), add vanilla |
8 |
Pour half the sauce over dough |
9 |
Add rest of dough and sauce |
10 |
Cover with plastic wrap and foil |
11 |
Refrigerate 8-12 hours |
12 |
Remove 30 minutes before baking |
13 |
Bake at 350°F for 35-40 minutes |
14 |
Cool 10 minutes, then flip onto plate |
15 |
Drizzle glaze on top |
Nutrition
Per Serving (1/12 of recipe):
- Calories: 420
- Total Fat: 21g
- Saturated Fat: 13g
- Cholesterol: 45mg
- Sodium: 580mg
- Total Carbohydrates: 55g
- Sugars: 35g
- Protein: 4g
Note: Nutritional values are approximate and may vary based on specific ingredients used.
Conclusion
This overnight monkey bread is the perfect make ahead breakfast. It saves you time and stress in the morning. Plus it tastes incredible Try this recipe for your next special occasion. Your family and friends will love it. The gooey butterscotch sauce and pullapart texture make every bite amazing.
Ready to bake Grab your ingredients tonight. Tomorrow morning you’ll have fresh warm monkey bread waiting for you.Don’t forget to share your results Comment below and let us know how it turned out. Happy baking
