Description
Maple pumpkin monkey bread showcases autumn’s warmest flavors in a delightful pull-apart treat. Sweet spices and rich maple glaze make this comforting dessert perfect for weekend gatherings and holiday mornings you’ll savor.
Ingredients
Scale
- 12 fl oz (360 ml) warm milk (110°F)
- 2 1/4 tsp (1 packet) active dry yeast
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1 large egg
- 1/2 cup pumpkin puree
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 3 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp ground cinnamon
Instructions
- Activate the yeast by combining warm milk, yeast, and a pinch of sugar in a small container. Allow the mixture to become frothy and bubbly for 5-10 minutes.
- In a large mixing bowl, blend flour, salt, and cinnamon. Create a separate mixture with pumpkin puree, melted butter, egg, and remaining sugar. Incorporate the activated yeast mixture into the wet ingredients.
- Gradually combine wet and dry ingredients until a cohesive dough forms. Transfer to a floured surface and knead vigorously for 8-10 minutes, developing a smooth and elastic texture.
- Place the dough in a greased bowl, cover with a clean towel, and let rise in a warm environment for approximately 1 hour until it doubles in volume.
- Prepare the spiced sugar coating by thoroughly mixing granulated sugar, brown sugar, cinnamon, nutmeg, ginger, cloves, and allspice in a medium bowl.
- Melt butter in a separate container, creating a coating station for the dough pieces.
- Preheat the oven to 350°F and generously grease a Bundt or tube pan.
- Deflate the risen dough and divide into small, uniform walnut-sized balls. Alternatively, cut store-bought dough into similar proportions.
- Dip each dough ball first into melted butter, then thoroughly coat with the spiced sugar mixture.
- Arrange the coated dough balls strategically in the prepared pan, creating layers.
- Drizzle any remaining butter and sugar mixture over the layered dough balls to enhance flavor and moisture.
- Bake for 35-40 minutes until the surface turns golden brown and the interior is fully cooked.
- Allow the monkey bread to rest in the pan for 5-10 minutes before carefully inverting onto a serving plate.
- Craft the maple glaze by whisking powdered sugar, maple syrup, milk, vanilla extract, and a pinch of salt until achieving a smooth, pourable consistency.
- Generously drizzle the maple glaze over the warm monkey bread just before serving, creating an enticing finish.
Notes
- Use instant yeast for quicker rising and more reliable dough development when time is limited.
- Substitute whole wheat flour for a portion of all-purpose flour to boost nutritional value and add a nutty undertone.
- Create a gluten-free version by using a commercial gluten-free flour blend with xanthan gum for better texture and binding.
- Reduce sugar content by using alternative sweeteners like stevia or monk fruit for a lower-calorie dessert option.
- Prep Time: 1 hour 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Category: Breakfast, Snacks, Desserts
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 8
- Calories: 197 kcal
- Sugar: 7 g
- Sodium: 120 mg
- Fat: 7 g
- Saturated Fat: 4 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3 g
- Trans Fat: 0.1 g
- Carbohydrates: 29 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 5 g
- Cholesterol: 45 mg