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Holidays are a time for us to shine by showing the best of our love through cooking, baking and inviting loved ones over. They’re the perfect chance to entertain and open our home, bring out the better china, actually set the table and enjoy a day of fellowship and making memories. I’m usually one who goes all out (yes, sometimes on any day), but especially on holidays. Once in a while, even I like to take a shortcut, though.
This monkey bread stirs up so many memories as it’s something my family – still to this day – has every Easter morning. I don’t know how it got started, but it is a tradition I love. Made completely out of pre-bought, time-saving ingredients, but not falling short on flavor or presentation, this is an absolutely delectable breakfast treat. Not for just any day, but for those special occasions, it is super helpful when you are busy preparing for a large meal. Throw this together the night before, let sit at room temperature overnight and when you wake up, breakfast is ready to bake! You’ll be the star!
Serve these warm, although you won’t have to worry since they will be gone so quickly. Reminiscent of cinnamon rolls and sticky buns, these are just plain delicious. Everyone will want the recipe and it’s your choice as to whether to let them in on the secret of pre-bought ingredients or not!
Watch how to make this monkey bread:
Monkey Bread
Ingredients
- 24 frozen dinner rolls
- 1 3-oz package Cook & Serve butterscotch pudding (not instant)
- 2 tsp cinnamon
- ½ cup light brown sugar
- ½ cup unsalted butter
- ½ cup pecans roughly chopped (optional)
Instructions
- Grease the Bundt pan well, ensuring to get into all the nooks and crannies! The pan will be inverted for the final presentation, making the bottom the top. Evenly sprinkle the bottom of the pan with pecans. Place frozen rolls evenly in the pan and sprinkle with dry pudding mix and cinnamon.24 frozen dinner rolls, 1 3-oz package Cook & Serve butterscotch pudding (not instant), ½ cup pecans, 2 tsp cinnamon
- In a small kettle, bring butter and brown sugar to a simmer or light boil. Stir to dissolve sugar. Remove from heat and pour over the frozen rolls and pudding mix.½ cup unsalted butter, ½ cup light brown sugar
- Cover pan with a greased piece of plastic wrap. Let sit on the counter overnight, approximately 8 hours. In this time, the rolls will thaw and rise. When they are slightly risen above the pan, place in a preheated 350°F oven for 30-35 minutes. The tops will be browned when ready.
- Remove from heat and let cool in the pan for 5-10 minutes. Invert onto a platter larger than the bundt pan. Since the caramel will drip over the rolls, it needs a large platter to fall upon.
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I enjoy watching you and love the recipes! Just like the easy monkey bread! I use to make it when I was younger the harder way. This I will try ! Thank you for all of your inspiration and I wish you a very Merry Christmas 🎄
Love all your recipes, and your Fun personality!
Look forward to making this one over and over, so Easy.. Wishing you and your Family a wonderful holiday season, Merry Christmas
Cindy
Hi, I also make a monkey bread, however, I want to try yours, but what kind of frozen rolls do I look for. I’m having trouble. Thank you so much
Rhodes rolls frozen
Hey Kaleb. I just moved and can’t find my bundt pan. I’m going to use two loaf pans. Wish me luck. 🤞🏼
Made it for Christmas Day breakfast for family. It was a hit! Will make again for sure.
Kaleb, this recipe is fabulous! I made it during this Christmas season, and served it warm with coffee in the morning. Sticky, gooey, yummy rolls with pecans. You are right, it’s easy and letting it rise overnight was perfect by morning to pop into the oven. Thank you for sharing this recipe with us. I see more Monkey Breads in my future.
love this recipe, so does everyone I have made it for!
I love your recipes, I’ve used quite a few, please don’t stop doing what you’re doing. Monkey bread is my next endeavor.
This is the best and easiest monkey bread recipe. I’ve made it twice, and it’s become a family favorite. Thanks, Caleb!