Orange Monkey Bread

Hey there, food lovers! If you’re looking for a sinfully sweet treat that’s perfect for any occasion, Orange Monkey Bread is the way to go. This pull-apart, finger-licking-good dessert features soft, fluffy bread balls rolled in a blend of sugar, cinnamon, and fresh orange zest, baked until golden and caramelized in a gooey glaze of butter and sugar. Trust me, this stuff is finger-lickin’ amazing and perfect for everything from brunch to birthday parties, Ladies’ Night to movie night, or heck, just a Tuesday!

If you���ve never tried Monkey Bread, you’re in for a treat! It’s like a big, goopy cinnamon roll you get to tear apart with your fingers, but with a fresh, fruity citrus twist. I’m convinced you’ll adore this recipe ��� it���s got ‘new fave’ written all over it!

• Prep Time: 25 minutes
• Cook Time: 35 minutes
• Total Time: 1 hour
• Servings: 8
• Yield: 1 Bread

Let’s dive into the recipe, shall we?

Ingredients & Equipment You’ll Need

• 2 cans of refrigerated biscuit dough
• 1 cup of sugar
• 2 teaspoons of cinnamon
• Zest of 2 oranges
• 1/2 cup of butter
• 1 cup of brown sugar

Equipment

• Bundt pan
• Large Ziploc Bag

The dough makes the bread soft and fluffy, while the cinnamon-sugar-orange blend gives it that extra kick. If you’re feeling adventurous, try swapping the orange for lemon or grapefruit!

How To Make Orange Monkey Bread

1. Cut each biscuit into quarters and set aside.
2. Mix the sugar, cinnamon, and orange zest in a large Ziploc bag. Add the biscuit pieces and shake until they’re all coated.
3. Arrange the dough pieces in your bundt pan.
4. On the stove, melt the butter and brown sugar together until it forms a syrup. Pour this over the dough in the bundt pan.
5. Bake for about 35 minutes or until the bread is golden and firm to the touch. Let it cool for a while before flipping onto a serving dish. Enjoy!

Tips For The Best Results

• Ensure the dough pieces are well coated with the sugar mixture.
• Serve warm. The bread is best when served immediately after baking.

Storage Tips

• Store leftovers in a sealed container at room temperature for up to three days.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: Can I use homemade biscuit dough?
A: Absolutely! If you have more time, feel free to make your own biscuit dough.

Q: Can I replace the orange zest with something else?
A: Yes, lemon zest or even grapefruit zest could work.

Q: How can I tell if the bread is fully baked?
A: It should be golden and firm to the touch.

Q: I don’t have a bundt pan. Can I use something else?
A: A muffin tin could work as a substitute, though you’ll have to adjust the baking time.

Q: What’s the best way to serve this?
A: Warm and fresh out of the oven!

Nutritional Facts of Orange Monkey Bread

• Calories: 350
• Total Fat: 16g
• Sodium: 610mg
• Total Carbohydrates: 45g
• Protein: 5g

And that, my friends, is how you make the mouthwateringly delicious Orange Monkey Bread! It’s a creamy, gooey, citrus-y treat that will no doubt steal the show at any gathering. So, get your aprons ready and give it a go. You (and your sweet tooth) won’t regret it!