Sheet Pan Spiced Monkey Bread with Cinnamon and Brown Sugar
Pull-apart monkey bread coated in a spiced cinnamon-brown sugar glaze, baked on a sheet pan for easy sharing. This american-inspired desserts ready in about 40 minutes layers refrigerated biscuit dough, (113g), melted unsalted butter, granulated sugar into a dessert worth slowing down for — great for weekend baking, holiday tables, or any time you want a sweet payoff at the end of a meal. Each serving lands at about 320 calories and feeds 8, so it slots into a weekend bake or a special-occasion dessert tray. 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
- 16 pieces refrigerated biscuit dough
- 1/2 cup (113g), melted unsalted butter
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 2 tsp ground cinnamon
- 1/2 cup brown sugar
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
Instructions
- Step 1: Preheat oven to 350°F. In a medium bowl, combine 1 cup granulated sugar and 2 tsp ground cinnamon.
- Step 2: Cut 16 pieces of refrigerated biscuit dough into quarters. Dip each piece into 1/2 cup melted unsalted butter, then roll in the cinnamon sugar mixture until fully coated.
- Step 3: Arrange the coated dough pieces evenly on a greased sheet pan, spacing slightly apart for even baking.
- Step 4: In a small bowl, mix 1/2 cup brown sugar with 1 tsp vanilla extract, sprinkle evenly over the dough pieces.
- Step 5: Bake for 25 minutes until the monkey bread is golden brown and bubbly, then let cool for 5 minutes before serving warm and pull-apart.
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Frequently asked questions
How long does Sheet Pan Spiced Monkey Bread with Cinnamon and Brown Sugar take to make?
Total time is about 40 minutes (15 min prep + 25 min cook). Most home bakers find this fits a weekend afternoon; chill or store as the recipe directs before serving.
How do I store leftover Sheet Pan Spiced Monkey Bread with Cinnamon and Brown Sugar?
Cool fully before storing. Most baked desserts keep at room temperature in an airtight container for 2–3 days, or in the fridge for up to 5 days. Cream- or custard-based desserts must go in the fridge within 2 hours; reheat gently or serve cold per the recipe.
Can I substitute ingredients in Sheet Pan Spiced Monkey Bread with Cinnamon and Brown Sugar?
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 Sheet Pan Spiced Monkey Bread with Cinnamon and Brown Sugar 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 Sheet Pan Spiced Monkey Bread with Cinnamon and Brown Sugar?
American desserts 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.
