Cinnamon Butter Monkey Bread Loaf
A sweet, buttery monkey bread baked as a loaf, perfect for slicing and sharing at brunch. This american-inspired breakfast ready in about 70 minutes combines bread flour, active dry yeast, (110°F) warm milk into a breakfast that fuels the morning without the midday crash — make-ahead-friendly and balanced enough to anchor the first meal of the day. Each serving lands at about 340 calories and feeds 8, so it sits comfortably in a weekly breakfast rotation alongside fruit, yogurt, or coffee. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.
Ingredients
- 3 cups bread flour
- 2 1/4 tsp active dry yeast
- 1 cup (110°F) warm milk
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 6 tbsp softened unsalted butter
- 1 tsp salt
- 2 large eggs
- 2 tbsp ground cinnamon
- 1/3 cup brown sugar
- 4 tbsp melted for coating unsalted butter
- optional for dusting powdered sugar
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Instructions
- Step 1: In a large bowl, whisk 3 cups bread flour, 2 1/4 tsp active dry yeast, 1/4 cup granulated sugar, and 1 tsp salt. Add 1 cup warm milk (110°F), 2 large eggs, and 6 tbsp softened unsalted butter. Mix and knead for 8 minutes until smooth and elastic.
- Step 2: Cover the dough and let rise in a warm place for 1 hour until doubled.
- Step 3: Punch down dough and tear into 1-inch pieces. Mix 2 tbsp ground cinnamon with 1/3 cup brown sugar in a bowl.
- Step 4: Dip each dough piece into 4 tbsp melted butter, then roll in cinnamon sugar mixture.
- Step 5: Layer coated pieces into a greased 9x5-inch loaf pan, packing tightly.
- Step 6: Cover and let rise 30 minutes. Preheat oven to 350°F.
- Step 7: Bake loaf for 35-40 minutes until golden brown and cooked through. Let cool 10 minutes, then invert onto a plate. Dust with powdered sugar if desired before serving.
Frequently asked questions
How long does Cinnamon Butter Monkey Bread Loaf take to make?
Total time is about 70 minutes (30 min prep + 40 min cook). Most home cooks find this fits comfortably into a busy morning; prep components the night before to save active time.
How do I store leftover Cinnamon Butter Monkey Bread Loaf?
Cool to room temperature within 2 hours, then store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days. Reheat in the microwave or oven; egg- or grain-based items may need a splash of milk or water to refresh texture. Cold-served items (overnight oats, smoothies) keep 2–3 days in the fridge.
Can I substitute ingredients in Cinnamon Butter Monkey Bread Loaf?
Yes — most ingredients in this recipe have flexible swaps. For oil, use any neutral high-smoke-point oil (avocado, grapeseed, refined coconut). For aromatics, dried herbs at ⅓ the volume of fresh work in a pinch. The full ingredient list is shoppable on Instacart so you can see substitutes in real time.
How do I scale Cinnamon Butter Monkey Bread Loaf for a different number of people?
The recipe is written for 8 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 8). Cook time stays roughly the same up to 2x; for 3-4x batches, switch from a skillet to a sheet pan or stockpot so the food isn't crowded — overcrowding steams instead of browns.
What goes well with Cinnamon Butter Monkey Bread Loaf?
American breakfast like this pair well with a simple grain (rice, couscous, or crusty bread), a quick salad with acid (lemon vinaigrette, pickled onions), and a pan sauce or yogurt-based dip. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" to get specific side suggestions.
