Classic Monkey Bread

Instructions

1. 1

   In a small saucepan, heat the milk until warm but not hot. Remove from heat and sprinkle the active dry yeast over the milk. Let it sit for about 5 minutes until it becomes frothy.

2. 2

   In a large mixing bowl, combine the all-purpose flour, granulated sugar, and salt. Mix well.

3. 3

   Add the yeast mixture to the dry ingredients and mix until a dough forms.

4. 4

   Knead the dough on a floured surface for about 5-7 minutes until it becomes smooth and elastic.

5. 5

   Place the dough in a greased bowl, cover it with a clean kitchen towel, and let it rise in a warm place for about 1 hour or until it doubles in size.

6. 6

   Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a bundt pan with butter.

7. 7

   In a small bowl, mix the brown sugar and cinnamon together.

8. 8

   Melt the unsalted butter in a separate bowl.

9. 9

   Punch down the risen dough and divide it into small balls, about 1 inch in diameter.

10. 10

    Dip each ball into the melted butter, then roll it in the cinnamon-sugar mixture.

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    Place the coated dough balls into the prepared bundt pan, layering them evenly.

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    Once all the dough balls are in the pan, pour any remaining butter and cinnamon-sugar mixture over the top.

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    Bake in the preheated oven for 30-35 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and the bread is cooked through.

14. 14

    Allow the monkey bread to cool in the pan for about 10 minutes before inverting it onto a serving plate.

15. 15

    Serve warm and enjoy your Classic Monkey Bread!