Crockpot Monkey Bread Recipe
Making Monkey Bread in the slow cooker is the perfect solution for when you want a delicious and sweet breakfast or dessert but don’t have a lot of time to spend in the kitchen. This Crockpot Monkey Bread recipe is an easy and fun way to enjoy the classic Monkey Bread with a twist.
Description
Monkey Bread, also known as “pull-apart bread”, is a sweet and sticky pastry made with dough cut into small pieces, rolled in cinnamon and sugar, and baked in a bundt pan. This Crockpot version is made with refrigerated biscuit dough, so you can easily have this comforting breakfast dish ready in no time.
Prep Time
This Crockpot Monkey Bread recipe takes about 10 minutes to assemble and 15 minutes to cook.
Cook Time
The cook time for this Crockpot Monkey Bread recipe is about 2 hours on low heat.
Ingredients
To make this Crockpot Monkey Bread recipe, you will need:
- 2 cans (16.3 oz each) refrigerated biscuit dough
- 2/3 cup packed light brown sugar
- 2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
- ½ cup (1 stick) butter, melted
- 1/3 cup chopped walnuts
- ¼ cup raisins
Instructions
1. Grease the inside of a 5-6 quart slow cooker with cooking spray or butter.
2. Cut each biscuit into quarters and place in a large bowl.
3. In a separate bowl, mix together the brown sugar, cinnamon, nuts, and raisins.
4. Pour the butter over the biscuit pieces and gently stir to coat.
5. Add the sugar mixture to the biscuit pieces and stir until all the pieces are evenly coated.
6. Pour the biscuit mixture into the prepared slow cooker and spread out evenly.
7. Cover and cook on low for 2 hours, or until the top is golden brown.
8. Carefully turn the slow cooker onto a plate or serving dish and let cool slightly before serving.
Equipment
To make this Crockpot Monkey Bread recipe, you will need:
- A 5-6 quart slow cooker
- A large bowl
- A medium-sized bowl
- A spoon or spatula for stirring
- A plate or serving dish
Notes
This Crockpot Monkey Bread recipe can be easily adapted to your tastes. Feel free to add different types of nuts, such as almonds or pecans, or switch out the raisins for dried cranberries or cherries. You can also add a few tablespoons of honey or maple syrup for an extra sweet treat.
Nutrition: Per Serving
Each serving of this Crockpot Monkey Bread recipe contains approximately:
- Calories: 288
- Fat: 12g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Protein: 3g
- Sodium: 536mg
- Sugar: 19g
Recipe Tips
- If you don’t have a 5-6 quart slow cooker, you can use a smaller one. Just adjust the cooking time accordingly.
- For a vegan version of this Crockpot Monkey Bread recipe, use vegan butter and dairy-free biscuit dough.
- To make this recipe even more decadent, you can top it with a drizzle of melted chocolate or a scoop of ice cream.
- To make a savory version of this recipe, omit the brown sugar and add herbs, spices, and cheese.
- This Crockpot Monkey Bread recipe can be stored in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days. To reheat, place in the microwave for 30-45 seconds.
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