Allow nostalgia to warmly envelop you as we embark on a sweet, apple-kissed journey with a timeless childhood delight: Monkey Bread. From an initial encounter during a middle school Home Ec class to countless flavor experiments over the years, this enduring treat never fails to evoke a sense of comforting familiarity. Among the array of variations explored, the Apple Monkey Bread has uniquely etched its delectable charm into my culinary heart, especially as a cozy, autumnal indulgence.
Diverging from the conventional path of butter biscuit dough, our recipe introduces cinnamon roll dough, inviting an extra whisper of flavor to our creation. Coupled with the softened, succulent morsels of two diced apples and enrobed in a luscious sauce of melted butter, brown sugar, and cinnamon, this delightful dessert is simplicity and seasonality rolled into one. Let’s weave through the steps of creating this fragrant fall treat.
Ingredients:
2 Large Apples, peeled and cubed
1 teaspoon Cinnamon
1 tablespoon Water
1 can Pillsbury Cinnamon Roll Dough
1 teaspoon Cinnamon (additional)
6 tablespoons Butter, melted
½ cup Brown Sugar
Steps to a Sweet Autumn Indulgence:
Oven & Apples: Preheat your oven to 350 degrees, and lovingly grease a 9-inch cake pan. Simultaneously, mingle your apples with a teaspoon of cinnamon and water in a large, microwave-safe bowl, warming them for 2 minutes before draining and allowing a gentle cool down for 5 minutes.
Dough Delight: Slice each cinnamon roll into 6 enchanting pieces, uniting them with the cooled, spiced apples. With a tender toss, ensure a loving embrace between the apples and dough.
Transference: Gently convey the apple and dough mixture into your prepared pan, spreading them evenly to ensure each bite is an equal delight.
Saucy Sweetness: In a petite bowl, conjure a sweet cascade by melding together the melted butter, brown sugar, and additional cinnamon. Drizzle this heavenly mixture over your dough, allowing every nook to be kissed by its sweetness.
Bake & Adore: Allow your creation to bask in the oven’s warmth for 25-28 minutes, and anticipate the enchanting aroma that will soon waltz through your kitchen.
Frost & Serve: For an extra blanket of sweetness, consider drizzling the cinnamon roll frosting atop your freshly baked delight.
Allow yourself a moment to bask in the blissful warmth of this Apple Monkey Bread, where each bite is a sweet echo of cherished memories and a celebration of comforting autumn flavors.