Imagine a breakfast treat so irresistible that it combines the smoky, crispy allure of bacon with the sweet, golden drizzle of maple syrup – all wrapped up in a pull-apart masterpiece that'll have everyone at your table fighting for the first bite! This Maple Bacon Monkey Bread isn't just a recipe; it's a culinary experience that transforms ordinary mornings into extraordinary memories. Whether you're hosting a weekend brunch or looking to surprise your family with a show-stopping breakfast, this recipe promises to be your new go-to crowd-pleaser.
Prep Time: 20 mins
Cook Time: 30 mins
Total Time: 50 mins
Cuisine: American
Serves: 8 servings
Ingredients
- 2 cans refrigerated biscuit dough
- 1/2 cup cooked and crumbled bacon
- 1/2 cup maple syrup
- 1/4 cup brown sugar
- 1/2 tsp cinnamon
- 1/4 cup melted butter
- 1/2 cup chopped pecans (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Generously grease a 9-inch bundt pan or tube pan with butter or non-stick cooking spray to ensure easy removal.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the brown sugar, cinnamon, and crumbled bacon. Mix thoroughly to distribute the ingredients evenly.
- Open the refrigerated biscuit dough and separate each biscuit. Cut each biscuit into quarters to create bite-sized pieces.
- Roll each biscuit quarter in the bacon-sugar mixture, ensuring each piece is completely coated with the flavorful mixture.
- Begin layering the coated biscuit pieces in the prepared bundt pan. Sprinkle chopped pecans between layers for added texture and flavor, if using.
- In a small saucepan, combine the melted butter and maple syrup. Warm the mixture over low heat, stirring to blend completely.
- Pour the warm maple-butter mixture evenly over the layered biscuit pieces in the bundt pan, ensuring all pieces are moistened.
- Place the pan in the preheated oven and bake for 25-30 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and the biscuits are cooked through.
- Remove from the oven and let cool in the pan for 10 minutes. This allows the sticky maple sauce to set slightly.
- Carefully invert the monkey bread onto a serving plate. Allow to cool for an additional 5-10 minutes before pulling apart and serving.
- Serve warm, allowing guests to pull apart the sticky, sweet, and savory pieces directly from the pan.
Tips
- Use fresh, high-quality bacon for the most robust flavor – crisp it well before crumbling.
- Don't skip greasing the bundt pan generously; this ensures easy removal and prevents sticking.
- Cut biscuit pieces uniformly to ensure even cooking and consistent texture.
- For extra richness, consider using thick-cut bacon or adding a sprinkle of sea salt on top.
- Let the monkey bread rest for 10 minutes after baking to allow the maple sauce to set and flavors to meld.
- Serve warm for the most decadent experience – the gooey, sticky texture is best enjoyed fresh from the oven.
- If you want to make ahead, you can prepare the unbaked monkey bread the night before and refrigerate, then bake in the morning.
Nutrition Facts
Calories: 380kcal
Carbohydrates: 45g
Protein: 8g
Fat: 22g
Saturated Fat: 8g
Cholesterol: 35mg
