If you’ve ever found yourself tearing into a warm, sticky cinnamon roll with your fingers—no regrets and no fork in sight—then cinnamon roll monkey bread is about to become your new obsession. Imagine a dessert-slash-breakfast that’s so easy, even your perpetually distracted dog could make it (okay, maybe not, but you get the point). This isn’t just a monkey bread recipe; this is a cozy, gooey, finger-licking cinnamon sugar dream come true.

And hey, I get it. Life is busy. Between the endless Zoom calls, soccer practices, and that mysterious laundry pile that never shrinks, we all need a few go-to recipes that bring the “wow” without the “ugh.” That’s where this one comes in.

Why You’ll Love This Cinnamon Roll Monkey Bread

Whether you’re wrangling kids, tackling work emails, or just trying to have one peaceful coffee, this cinnamon roll monkey bread is the pick-me-up you didn’t know you needed. Here’s why:

• Fast & Fuss-Free – No need to bake from scratch (unless you want to flex), thanks to monkey bread cinnamon rolls Pillsbury style dough.
• Seriously Shareable – Perfect for potlucks, brunches, or that 3 p.m. “snackcident.”
• Crowd-Pleaser – Cinnamon sugar meets buttery pull-apart bread. What’s not to love?

Let’s break it down.

Ingredients

Here’s what you’ll need to make your cinnamon roll monkey bread (serves 6-8):

• ½ cup white sugar
• 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
• 1 (12.4 ounce) package refrigerated cinnamon roll dough with icing (Pillsbury works like a charm)
• ¼ cup unsalted butter, melted

Optional but awesome: A drizzle of cream cheese icing or a sprinkle of crushed pecans on top.

Instructions

Step 1: Preheat and Prep

Set your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a bundt pan generously—don’t skimp, or you’ll be chipping sugar off for days.

Tip: No bundt pan? No problem. You can totally make this cinnamon roll monkey bread without a bundt pan using a loaf or tube pan instead.

Step 2: Mix the Magic

In a zip-top bag, combine the sugar and cinnamon. Shake it like a maraca—this is your DIY cinnamon-sugar mix.

Step 3: Chop & Coat

Pop open the cinnamon roll dough (we all jump a little) and cut each roll into quarters. Toss the dough pieces in your cinnamon-sugar bag and shake until fully coated.

Step 4: Layer and Butter Up

Place those sugar-coated dough bits into your greased pan. Don’t worry about perfection—this is monkey bread, not wedding cake.

Drizzle melted butter over the top. You’ll thank yourself later.

Step 5: Bake to Golden Perfection

Bake for 30–35 minutes, or until golden and puffed. Let it cool for about 10 minutes before inverting it onto a serving plate.

Step 6: Ice It, Baby

Warm the icing that came with the cinnamon rolls and drizzle it over the top. Extra points for a messy, generous pour.

Monkey Bread Tips from My Kitchen to Yours

• Want a from-scratch twist? You can use homemade dough and cinnamon butter for a true cinnamon roll monkey bread from scratch.
• Make it creamy: Add dollops of softened cream cheese between layers for that monkey bread with cinnamon rolls and cream cheese vibe.
• Freeze the leftovers (if there are any): Wrap tightly and freeze for up to 2 months. Reheat in the oven for best results.

“This became my go-to for family brunches after my niece called it ‘sugar spaghetti.’ Kids say the darndest (and most accurate) things.”

FAQs About Cinnamon Roll Monkey Bread

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I’m all about recipes that bring people together—and this one definitely delivers. Whether it’s your first time making monkey bread or your fiftieth, it’s the kind of dish that gets people hovering around the kitchen like bees to honey.

Made it? I’d love to see it. Tag your masterpiece with #BoastRecipes or drop a comment below with how it turned out. Did you tweak it? Add pecans? Use extra icing (no judgment!)?

Let’s keep cooking, sharing, and—yep—boasting.

So, whether you’re hosting brunch or just want a sweet reason to stay in your pajamas a little longer, this cinnamon roll monkey bread is your golden ticket to comfort. It’s easy, fast, and practically begs to be shared (or not—we won’t judge).

Got your own spin on this recipe? Maybe you added a little nutmeg, swapped in homemade dough, or doubled the icing—because why not? Drop your tweaks in the comments below or tag your masterpiece with #BoastRecipes on Instagram. We love seeing what you cook up in your kitchen!

Because at the end of the day, cooking isn’t about perfection—it’s about joy, a little mess, and a whole lot of delicious memories. So go ahead, pull apart a piece, and let’s keep boasting about the good stuff.

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