Treat your family and friends to our homemade cinnamon roll monkey bread recipe. Using store-bought biscuits makes this breakfast favorite, so simple to make, and the smell of them baking in the oven makes them hard to resist. Serve this sweet, sticky, buttery pastry as a breakfast main course or as an anytime treat along with a hot cup of coffee or a glass of cold milk.

Cinnamon Monkey Bread Ingredients

You’ll need:

• ¾ cup granulated sugar
• 2 teaspoons cinnamon
• 2 Pillsbury Grands Cinnamon Rolls (17.5-ounce cans)
• ¾ cup unsalted butter, melted
• reserved icing from both the containers of Grands Cinnamon Rolls for garnish

Substitutions and Additions 

Butter – Substitute an equal amount of margarine for butter.

Nuts – Sprinkle in some chopped pecans or walnuts if you prefer.

Apples or Raisins – Drop in some peeled and diced apples or sprinkle raisins with the dough balls before baking. 

How to Make This Cinnamon Roll Monkey Bread Recipe 

STEP ONE: Preheat the oven to 350°F. Spray a standard, 12-cup volume bundt pan very well with baker’s spray. Set aside.

PRO TIP: If you don’t have any baker’s spray, coat your bundt pan with butter or shortening and dust with flour.

STEP TWO: In a medium bowl, stir together the granulated sugar and cinnamon. Set aside.

STEP THREE: Open both canisters of the Pillsbury Grands Cinnamon Rolls and remove the cinnamon rolls and the containers of icing. Transfer the icing into a microwave-safe small bowl with a pour spout. You will use this to garnish your baked cinnamon roll monkey bread.

STEP FOUR: Cut all the individual cinnamon rolls into quarters and gently roll them into individual balls using the palm of your hand.

STEP FIVE: Roll 4-6 of the cinnamon roll balls in the cinnamon-sugar mixture and place them into the prepared bundt pan. Repeat until all the balls have been rolled in the sugar and placed into the bundt pan.

STEP SIX: Add the remaining cinnamon-sugar mixture to the bowl of melted butter and stir to combine.

STEP SEVEN: Pour the butter and sugar mixture evenly over all the cinnamon roll balls in the pan.

STEP EIGHT: Bake for 30 minutes or until golden and the dough has fully risen in the pan.

STEP NINE: Allow the cinnamon roll monkey bread to cool for 10 minutes in the pan before flipping it out onto a serving plate.

PRO TIP: It’s important to flip the monkey bread out onto the plate you will serve it on because the sticky bread will be difficult to transfer without breaking apart.

STEP TEN: To garnish, you will drizzle the reserved icing over the top of the cinnamon roll monkey bread.

PRO TIP: Warm your icing for 7-10 seconds in the microwave to make it a little easier to pour over the bread.

How To Serve 

Cinnamon Roll Monkey Bread is at its best served warm from the oven. It makes a great breakfast, brunch, or dessert so enjoy it any time of the day. Serve it on a platter with a large serving fork to pull apart individual servings.

Storage 

IN THE FRIDGE: Cover leftover cinnamon roll monkey bread, if you have any, and keep it in the fridge for 2-3 days.

IN THE FREEZER: First, wrap Cinnamon Roll Monkey Bread in plastic wrap and then add a second layer of aluminum foil. It can be kept for up to 3 months in the freezer.

REHEATING INSTRUCTIONS: Monkey bread is best served warm, so pop individual pieces in the microwave for about 15 seconds or cover a larger amount in foil to prevent drying out and warm in a 170-degree oven for about 20 minutes.

Your family and friends will love this easy-to-make twist on monkey bread. Using Pillsbury Grands Cinnamon Rolls turns a traditional favorite into something special that is an easy go-to for any occasion.

FAQ:

Question: Can I make this recipe in a loaf pan?

Answer: Yes. Basically, any pan that is deep enough to hold all of the dough will produce the same yummy results.

Question: Can I make monkey bread ahead of time?

Answer: Follow steps 1-5 (other than heating the oven), cover with plastic wrap or foil, and refrigerate overnight. Let your pan sit out for an hour before completing the recipe steps and baking.

Question: Why do I need to use unsalted butter?

Answer: The amount of salt in butter varies from brand to brand, so many recipes call for unsalted butter, and then salt is added in a specific amount. In this recipe, using salted butter will not make an appreciable difference.

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Cinnamon Roll Monkey Bread

Two breakfast favorites come together to create this amazing Cinnamon Roll Monkey Bread. Using store-bought cinnamon rolls makes preparing this warm and sticky treat simple to prepare. Anyone can make it, and everyone will love it!

Course Breakfast

Cuisine American

Keyword Cinnamon Roll Monkey Bread Recipe

Prep Time 10 minutes minutes

Cook Time 20 minutes minutes

Total Time 30 minutes minutes

Servings 8

Ingredients

• ¾ cup granulated sugar
• 2 teaspoons cinnamon
• 2 Pillsbury Grands Cinnamon Rolls (17.5-ounce cans)
• ¾ cup unsalted butter melted
• reserved icing from both the containers of Grands Cinnamon Rolls for garnish

Instructions

• Preheat the oven to 350°F. Spray a standard, 12-cup volume, bundt pan very well with baker’s spray. Set aside.
• In a medium bowl, stir together the granulated sugar and cinnamon. Set aside.
• Open both canisters of the Pillsbury Grands Cinnamon Rolls and remove the cinnamon rolls and the containers of icing. Transfer the icing into a microwave-safe small bowl with a pour spout. You will use this to garnish your baked cinnamon roll monkey bread.
• Cut all the individual cinnamon rolls into quarters and gently roll them into individual balls using the palm of your hand.
• Roll 4-6 of the cinnamon roll balls in the cinnamon-sugar mixture and place them into the prepared bundt pan. Repeat until all the balls have been rolled in the sugar and placed into the bundt pan.
• To the bowl of melted butter, add the remaining cinnamon-sugar mixture and stir to combine.
• Pour the butter and sugar mixture evenly over all the cinnamon roll balls in the pan.
• Bake for 30 minutes or until golden and the dough has fully risen in the pan.
• Allow the cinnamon roll monkey bread to cool for 10 minutes in the pan before flipping it out onto a serving plate.
• To garnish, you will drizzle the reserved icing over the top of the cinnamon roll monkey bread. Note: you may need to warm your icing for 7-10 seconds in the microwave to make it a little easier to pour over the bread.

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We’re sure you’ll agree that this egg salad sandwich recipe will be the absolute best you’ve ever tasted. Adding cheese and bacon to freshly cooked eggs, served on croissant rolls, makes this sandwich worth every minute it takes to make. Keep some hardboiled eggs in the fridge so you can whip up a batch whenever the urge hits you.

Egg Salad Sandwich Ingredients 

You’ll need:

• 6 hard-boiled eggs
• 2 tablespoons chives
• 4 ounces cream cheese
• 3 tablespoons mayonnaise
• ½ teaspoon salt
• ¼ teaspoon fresh cracked pepper
• 4 pieces of cooked bacon
• ¼ cup shredded cheddar
• 6 croissants 

Substitutions and Additions 

Croissants – Use sandwich bread or wraps in place of croissants. 

Chives – Any type of onion adds a nice flavor and a bit of crunch in place of chives.

Relish – Add a tangy flavor to your egg salad with a teaspoon or two of sweet relish.

How to Make This Egg Salad Sandwich Recipe 

STEP ONE: In a small bowl, mash together the cream cheese,  mayo, chives, salt, and pepper.

STEP TWO: Use a pastry cutter or fork to mash up the eggs into small pieces in a large bowl. Chop up the bacon and add to the eggs.

PRO TIP: Save time by using pre-cooked bacon.

STEP THREE: Add shredded cheddar and cream cheese mixture to eggs and bacon. Mix until the eggs are well covered in cream cheese.

PRO TIP: Make sure your cream cheese is at room temperature for easy mixing.

STEP FOUR: Serve the egg salad filling on croissants with spinach or a piece of lettuce.

How To Serve 

Serve egg salad sandwiches as a delicious and nutritious lunch on its own or alongside a fresh salad, bowl of soup, or a stack of your favorite flavor of potato chips. 

Storage 

IN THE FRIDGE: Egg salad is best served cold. Keep refrigerated in a sealed container for up to 3 days.

IN THE FREEZER: Freezing egg salad changes its consistency and is not recommended.

Adding bacon sets this egg salad sandwich recipe apart from most. Adding both cream cheese as well as cheddar makes it irresistibly delicious. Enjoy it for lunch or a quick weeknight meal, served alongside a bowl of soup or a Caesar salad. 

FAQ:

Q: What goes well with egg salad sandwiches?

A: Creamy soups like potato leek or chicken noodle pair well with egg salad sandwiches.

Q: What can I add to the egg salad?

A: Add Dijon mustard or dill for a delicious twist to this egg salad recipe.

Q: Can I make egg salad sandwiches ahead of time?

A: Egg salad will keep for a few days in the refrigerator. Assemble sandwiches when ready to serve to keep them from becoming soggy.

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Egg Salad Sandwich

This egg salad sandwich recipe hits the top of the list by boasting two different kinds of cheese, bacon, and chives. The tangy, crunchy flavor is irresistible and makes it a sure-to-be family favorite.

Course Breakfast

Cuisine American

Keyword Egg Salad Sandwich Recipee

Prep Time 15 minutes minutes

Total Time 15 minutes minutes

Servings 6

Ingredients

• 6 hard-boiled eggs
• 2 tablespoons chives
• ¼ cup shredded cheddar
• 3 tablespoons mayonnaise
• ½ teaspoon salt
• ¼ teaspoon fresh cracked pepper
• 4 ounces cream cheese
• 4 pieces cooked bacon
• 6 croissants

Instructions

• In a small bowl, mash together the cream cheese, mayo, chives, salt, and pepper.
• In a large bowl, use a pastry cutter to mash up eggs. Finely chop the bacon and add it to the eggs.
• Add the shredded cheddar and cream cheese mixture to eggs and bacon. Mix together until everything is mixed really well and the eggs are covered in cream cheese.
• Serve on croissants with spinach.

Notes

• For a different flavor experience, try adding avocado or relish to your egg salad.
• Hard-boiled eggs in their shell will last in the fridge for about a week. Peeled eggs will last about 2 days so if you are making this recipe to eat right away, you can make your eggs ahead of time to save a bit of prep time once you are ready to make your egg salad.
• A potato masher works well if you don’t have a pastry cutter to mash up your eggs.
• For an extra yummy option, toast your croissant or bread before adding the egg mixture.

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This crave-worthy peanut butter bread is moist, delicious, and simple to make. It’s practically fool-proof to make! It’s made extra special with old-fashioned oats, perfect for a quick but filling breakfast on-the-go snack anytime you need a sweet and salty treat. It’s sure to be a favorite in your household!

Peanut Butter Bread Ingredients

You’ll need:

• 1 cup milk
• 1 cup granulated sugar
• 1 cup peanut butter
• 2 eggs, room temperature
• 1½ cups flour
• ½ cup old-fashioned oats
• 1 tbsp baking powder
• ½ tsp salt

Substitutions and Additions 

MILK: If you prefer, use a non-dairy beverage like almond or oat milk in this peanut butter bread recipe. As non-dairy substitutes tend to be thinner than milk, add it slowly, as you may not need as much as the recipe originally calls for. 

EGGS: Swap out the eggs in this recipe for ¼ cup of pureed bananas or applesauce and slightly change the flavor. 

CHOCOLATE CHIPS: Add chocolate chips to the batter for a sweet twist!

NUTS: If you like a little crunch in your loaf, try adding crushed peanuts!

How to Make This Peanut Butter Bread Recipe 

STEP ONE: Preheat the oven to 350°F and ensure the rack is in the center of the oven.

STEP TWO: Spray an 8 x 4-inch loaf pan with nonstick spray and then place a piece of parchment paper in the pan.

PRO TIP: If you don’t have nonstick spray, you can grease the pan with butter. 

STEP THREE: Pour the milk, sugar, peanut butter, and eggs into a heavy-duty blender or food processor. Process for 1 to 2 minutes or until a smooth batter forms. 

STEP FOUR: Add the flour, oats, baking powder, and salt to the blender. Process until smooth, about 1 minute.

STEP FIVE: Pour the peanut butter mixture into the prepared loaf pan.

STEP SIX: Place the pan in the oven and bake for 1 hour and 10 minutes, or until a toothpick comes out clean or has a few crumbs on it.

PRO TIP: Begin checking for doneness about 50 minutes into cook time, as ovens and cooking times vary. If the top looks brown, cover it with foil while it finishes baking.

STEP SEVEN: Remove from the oven and let it sit in the pan for 10 minutes on a cooling rack before removing.

STEP EIGHT: Allow the loaf to cool completely before slicing. Serve and enjoy!

How To Serve 

Serve slices of peanut butter bread for a quick breakfast along with fruit, or have it as an afternoon snack with coffee and tea. It tastes incredibly delicious topped with butter and strawberry jam!

Storage 

IN THE FRIDGE: Store leftover bread in an airtight container in the fridge for up to a week. 

IN THE FREEZER: Wrap leftover peanut butter bread in plastic wrap and place it in a freezer bag or freezer-safe container before freezing for up to 3 months. 

This peanut butter bread comes together easily with just a few pantry staples! Moist, rich, and full of amazing peanut butter flavor, this might become your new favorite bread. 

FAQ:

Question: What if I don’t have a food processor?

Answer: You can still make this bread. Pulse the oats well in a blender before adding them to the mix, and use a high-powered hand mixer to blend your batter until it’s smooth.

Question What kind of peanut butter do I use?

Answer: You can use whatever type of peanut butter you prefer in this recipe. You can also substitute in other nut butters to create different flavors.

Question: How do I know when peanut butter bread is done?

Answer: When it’s done, the top of the bread is a lovely golden brown, and an inserted toothpick comes out clean or with just a few crumbs.

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Peanut Butter Bread

Whip up this simple peanut butter bread with just a few pantry staples! This bread is made extra delicious with salty peanut butter and delicious oats.

Course Breakfast

Cuisine American

Keyword Peanut Butter Bread Recipe

Prep Time 10 minutes minutes

Cook Time 1 hour hour 10 minutes minutes

Total Time 1 hour hour 20 minutes minutes

Servings 10 slices

Ingredients

• 1 cup milk
• 1 cup granulated sugar
• 1 cup peanut butter
• 2 eggs room temperature
• 1½ cups flour
• ½ cup old fashioned oats
• 1 tablespoons baking powder
• ½ teaspoon salt

Instructions

• Move the oven rack to the center of the oven. Preheat the oven to 350°F.
• Prepare an 8×4 loaf pan by spraying the pan lightly with nonstick spray and then placing a piece of parchment paper into the pan.
• Using a heavy-duty blender or food processor, pour in the milk, sugar, peanut butter, and eggs. Process for 1 to 2 minutes until a smooth batter, depending on the strength of your appliance.
• Add in the flour, oats, baking powder, and salt then process until smooth which will take about 1 minute. If your appliance is lower wattage just add the dry ingredients gradually.
• Pour batter into the prepared loaf pan.
• Place in the oven and bake for 1 hour and 10 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean or with just a few crumbs on it.
• Remove from the oven and let rest in the pan for 10 minutes on a cooling rack before removing.
• Allow the peanut butter bread to completely cool before slicing and serving. There are so many delicious optional toppings for this bread! You can top it with peanut butter, jelly, sliced bananas, etc.

Notes

This recipe calls for room-temperature eggs. If you forgot to let yours sit out beforehand, run a bowl of warm (not hot) water and place your eggs in the shells inside the bowl for about 5 minutes.

If you want the peanut butter to slide out of the measuring cup easily, give the measuring cup a light coating of non-stick spray first.

If you plan to use the same measuring cup for the milk and peanut butter, start with the milk, then add the peanut butter next, so it’s easier to measure your milk.

If your appliance is lower wattage, add the dry ingredients gradually.
Set a timer for 50 minutes. At that time, check the bread to make sure the top is not getting too brown. If it is, you can cover it loosely with aluminum foil. Then continue baking.

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