Cinnamon Sugar Monkey Bread

Follow our step-by-step guide on how to make Cinnamon Sugar Monkey Bread.

1. Step 1

   In a large mixing bowl, combine the warm water, brown sugar, and active dry yeast. Let it rest for about 10 minutes until frothy.

2. Step 2

   Add 1/2 cup of canola oil to the yeast mixture and stir well. Set aside.

3. Step 3

   In a separate bowl, sift together the all-purpose flour and salt.

4. Step 4

   Gradually mix the flour mixture into the yeast mixture, kneading until a sticky dough ball forms.

5. Step 5

   Coat the inside of another bowl with a little canola oil, then transfer the dough to the oiled bowl, turning to coat. Cover the bowl and let the dough rise in a warm place until it doubles in size, about 1 hour.

6. Step 6

   While the dough is rising, mix the white sugar and ground cinnamon in a bowl to create the cinnamon-sugar mixture.

7. Step 7

   Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a fluted tube pan (like a Bundt pan) with oil.

8. Step 8

   Once the dough has risen, punch it down and roll it into 1-inch balls. Roll each ball in the cinnamon-sugar mixture and layer them in the prepared tube pan. Sprinkle additional cinnamon sugar between layers and drizzle with a bit of oil as you go.

9. Step 9

   Bake in the preheated oven for about 25 minutes, or until the bread is puffed and golden brown.

10. Step 10

    In a small bowl, mix the confectioners' sugar and milk to create a glaze. Drizzle this generously over the warm monkey bread before serving.