Easy Maple Bacon Monkey Bread

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Easy Maple Bacon Monkey Bread
Prep Time:
10 mins
Cook Time:
30 mins
Total Time:
40mins
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Recipe by Administrator
Published on February 02, 2024

This easy maple bacon monkey bread recipe is perfect for breakfast or brunch. It's a sweet and savory treat that will satisfy your cravings. The soft and gooey pull-apart bread is coated in a delicious maple syrup glaze and studded with crispy bacon pieces. It's a crowd-pleasing dish that takes just minutes to prepare. Serve it warm for the ultimate comfort food experience.

Ingredients

  • 1 can (16 ounces) refrigerated biscuit dough
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
  • 1/2 cup maple syrup
  • 8 slices bacon, cooked and crumbled
  • 1/2 cup chopped pecans (optional)

Directions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a bundt pan.
  2. Cut each biscuit dough into quarters.
  3. In a large bowl, mix together the granulated sugar and melted butter.
  4. Dip each biscuit quarter into the butter-sugar mixture, coating evenly, then place them into the greased bundt pan.
  5. Pour the maple syrup over the biscuits in the pan.
  6. Sprinkle the cooked bacon and chopped pecans (if using) over the top of the biscuits.
  7. Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, or until the bread is golden brown and cooked through.
  8. Remove from the oven and let it cool for a few minutes.
  9. Carefully invert the pan onto a serving plate to release the monkey bread.
  10. Serve warm and enjoy!

Interesting Facts

  • Monkey bread is believed to have been invented in the 1950s and got its name because it is typically eaten by pulling apart the pieces with your hands, resembling monkeys playing with their food.
  • Maple syrup is a natural sweetener made from the sap of maple trees. It adds a rich and distinct flavor to this monkey bread recipe.
  • Bacon adds a delicious crispy texture and smoky flavor to the monkey bread, elevating the overall taste and making it a favorite among bacon lovers.