Ingredients:

  • 3 cups (375g) all-purpose flour
  • 1/4 cup (50g) granulated sugar
  • 1 packet (2 1/4 tsp; 7g) active dry yeast
  • 1 teaspoon (5g) salt
  • 1 cup (240ml) whole milk, warmed
  • 1/4 cup (60ml) unsalted butter, melted
  • 1 large egg
  • 1/2 cup (100g) granulated sugar
  • 2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
  • 1/2 cup (115g) unsalted butter, melted (for coating dough)
  • 1 cup (120g) powdered sugar
  • 2 tablespoons (30ml) milk
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Instructions:

  1. In a mixing bowl, combine warm milk, sugar, and yeast. Let sit until frothy (about 5-10 minutes).
  2. Stir in melted butter and egg. Gradually add flour and salt, mixing until a soft dough forms.
  3. Knead on a floured surface for 5-7 minutes until smooth. Place dough in a greased bowl, cover with plastic wrap, and let rise until doubled in size (around 1 hour).
  4. Combine granulated sugar and cinnamon in a small bowl. Melt butter for coating in a separate bowl.
  5. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Once the dough has risen, punch it down and tear pieces into smaller balls.
  6. Dip each ball in melted butter, then roll in cinnamon-sugar mixture.
  7. Layer the coated dough balls into the bundt pan, ensuring an even spread. Cover the pan and let it rest for about 10 minutes before baking.
  8. Bake in the preheated oven for 30-35 minutes or until golden brown and cooked through.
  9. While the bread cools, whisk together powdered sugar, milk, and vanilla extract until smooth.
  10. Drizzle the glaze over the warm monkey bread, let it sit for a few minutes, and then enjoy!