Healthier Monkey Bread

Ingredients

• 2 cups whole wheat flour
• 1 teaspoon baking powder
• 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 cup honey
• 1/2 cup melted butter
• 1/2 cup buttermilk
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1/2 cup raisins

Directions

1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9 inch (23 cm) round cake pan.
2. In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
3. In a medium bowl, whisk together the honey, butter, buttermilk, and vanilla extract.
4. Add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients and stir until combined. Fold in the raisins.
5. Spread the batter evenly into the prepared pan. Bake for 25 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
6. Let cool for 10 minutes before serving.

Interesting Facts

• Monkey bread is believed to have originated in Europe, and was brought to America by German immigrants.
• This version of monkey bread is made with whole wheat flour, which is higher in fiber and vitamins than white flour.
• This monkey bread is sweetened with honey instead of white sugar, which has a lower glycemic index and provides more vitamins and minerals than white sugar.