Get ready to indulge in a delightful dessert that combines the irresistible flavors of Biscoff cookie butter and the classic pull-apart goodness of monkey bread. This recipe is perfect for gatherings, brunches, or simply satisfying your sweet tooth. Join our kitchen companion membership for more delicious recipes like this one!
Ingredients
For the Monkey Bread:
- 1 ¼ oz pack of Instant or Dry Active Yeast (7 grams)
- ¼ cup Dark Brown Sugar (50 grams)
- ⅔ cup Whole or 2% Milk (160 ml, warmed to about 110°F)
- ⅓ cup Salted Butter (75 grams, softened to room temperature)
- 1 Large Egg (room temperature)
- ½ teaspoon Salt
- 2 ¼ cups All-Purpose Flour (280 grams, plus more for dusting)
For the Filling:
- Biscoff Cookie Butter (about ½ cup total, chilled and formed into 25 balls of ½ teaspoon each)
For the Topping:
- ⅔ cup Salted Butter (150 grams, browned and slightly cooled)
- 1 teaspoon Vanilla Bean Paste
- ½ cup Granulated Sugar (100 grams)
- ½ cup Brown Sugar (packed, 100 grams)
- 2 teaspoons Ground Cinnamon
Cooking Time
- Preparation Time: 15 minutes
- Rising Time: 1 hour + 30-45 minutes
- Baking Time: 30-35 minutes
- Total Time: Approximately 2 hours
Instructions
- Prepare the Dough:
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the yeast and dark brown sugar with the warm milk. Let it sit for about 5 minutes until frothy.
- Add softened butter, egg, salt, and flour to the yeast mixture. Mix until a dough forms.
- Knead the dough on a floured surface for about 5-7 minutes until smooth and elastic.
- Place the dough in a greased bowl, cover it with a clean towel, and let it rise in a warm place for about 1 hour or until doubled in size.
- Shape the Dough:
- Once risen, punch down the dough and divide it into about 25 small balls.
- Flatten each ball and place a ball of chilled Biscoff cookie butter in the center. Seal the dough around the filling and roll it back into a ball.
- Prepare the Topping:
- In a saucepan, melt salted butter over medium heat until browned and fragrant. Remove from heat and let cool slightly.
- In a separate bowl, mix together granulated sugar, brown sugar, cinnamon, and vanilla bean paste.
- Assemble the Monkey Bread:
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a bundt pan generously.
- Roll each filled dough ball in the browned butter mixture, then coat it in the sugar mixture.
- Arrange the coated dough balls in the prepared bundt pan, stacking them as you go.
- Pour any remaining browned butter mixture over the top and sprinkle with leftover sugar mixture.
- Bake:
- Cover the bundt pan with a clean towel and let it rise for another 30-45 minutes.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 30-35 minutes or until golden brown.
- Allow cooling in the pan for 10-15 minutes before carefully inverting onto a plate.
Tips & Notes
- Ensure that your milk is at the right temperature to activate the yeast properly (around 110°F).
- For an extra touch, serve with vanilla ice cream or drizzle with caramel sauce after baking.
- You can prepare this recipe ahead of time by assembling it at night and baking it fresh in the morning.
Nutritional Information
Per serving (assuming 12 servings):
- Calories: Approximately 250 kcal
- Fat: 15g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Protein: 3g
(Note: Caloric values may vary based on specific ingredients used.)
Conclusion
Biscoff monkey bread is not only easy to make but also delivers an explosion of flavors that will leave everyone craving more. Perfect for sharing or enjoying solo with a cup of coffee!
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