Decadent Caramel Apple Monkey Bread

Decadent Caramel Apple Monkey Bread

240 mins
medium
10 servings

Warm, spiced monkey bread with a sweet caramel apple filling. Perfect for a cozy fall gathering or a special treat.

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Equipment Needed

  • Baking sheet
  • Bundt pan
  • Large Saucepan
  • Stand mixer

Ingredients

  • 4.00 cupsAll-Purpose Flour(Ensure it's gluten-free if needed)
  • 1.00 cupGranulated Sugar(For the caramel)
  • 1.00 cupUnsalted Butter(Room temperature)
  • 1.50 lbsHoneycrisp Apples(Peeled and diced)
  • 0.75 cupsApple Cider(For the caramel and apples)
  • 0.50 cupsBrown Sugar(For the caramel and apples)
  • 4.00 largeEggs
  • 1.00 teaspoonVanilla Extract
  • 2.00 teaspoonsCinnamon(Ground)
  • 1.00 teaspoonSalt
  • 2.25 teaspoonsInstant Yeast
  • 0.25 cupsHeavy Cream

Instructions

1

Combine flour, sugar, butter, eggs, yeast, and vanilla in a large bowl. Mix until a dough forms.

Estimated time: 5 minutes

2

Knead the dough for 5-7 minutes until smooth and elastic.

Estimated time: 7 minutes

3

Let the dough rise in a warm place for 1.5 hours, covered.

Estimated time: 90 minutes

4

In a saucepan, combine apple cider, brown sugar, and salt. Bring to a boil and reduce until thickened.

Estimated time: 20 minutes

5

Add butter, heavy cream, vanilla, and cinnamon to the caramel sauce. Simmer for 2-3 minutes.

Estimated time: 5 minutes

6

Add diced apples to the saucepan and cook until tender.

Estimated time: 10 minutes

7

Divide the dough into 1.5-inch pieces and toss with melted butter and cinnamon sugar.

Estimated time: 10 minutes

8

Arrange the dough pieces on top of the caramel and apple mixture in a greased bundt pan.

Estimated time: 5 minutes

9

Cover the pan and let it rise for 45 minutes.

Estimated time: 45 minutes

10

Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Bake for 40-45 minutes, or until golden brown and cooked through.

Estimated time: 45 minutes

11

Let cool for 20 minutes before inverting onto a serving platter.

Estimated time: 20 minutes