Pecan Pie Monkey Bread Recipe

Name: Pecan Pie Monkey Bread
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 package (1/4 ounce) active dry yeast; 1/4 cup water (110 degrees F to 115 degrees F); 5 cups all-purpose flour, plus more for dusting; 1 cup warm 2-percent milk (110 degrees F to 115 degrees F); 1/3 cup unsalted butter, melted, plus more for greasing; 1/4 cup sugar; 1 teaspoon salt; 2 eggs; 6 tablespoons unsalted butter, cubed, plus more for greasing; 1 cup packed brown sugar; 6 tablespoons heavy whipping cream; 6 tablespoons chopped pecans; 1 cup sugar; 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon; 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted; 6 tablespoons chopped pecans

Servings: persons

1 package (1/4 ounce) active dry yeast
1/4 cup water (110 degrees F to 115 degrees F)
5 cups all-purpose flour, plus more for dusting
1 cup warm 2-percent milk (110 degrees F to 115 degrees F)
1/3 cup unsalted butter, melted, plus more for greasing
1/4 cup sugar
1 teaspoon salt
2 eggs
6 tablespoons unsalted butter, cubed, plus more for greasing
1 cup packed brown sugar
6 tablespoons heavy whipping cream
6 tablespoons chopped pecans
1 cup sugar
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
6 tablespoons chopped pecans

1
For the dough: Dissolve the yeast in the water in the bowl of a stand mixer.
2
Add 3 cups of the flour, the milk, butter, sugar, salt and eggs.
3
Beat on medium speed for 3 minutes.
4
Stir in enough of the remaining flour to form a firm dough.
5
Turn out onto a floured surface and knead until smooth and elastic, 6 to 8 minutes.
6
Place in a greased bowl, turning once to grease the top.
7
Cover and refrigerate overnight.
8
For the caramel: Bring the brown sugar, butter and cream to a boil.
9
Cook and stir for 3 minutes.
10
Pour half into the greased bundt pan and sprinkle with the pecans.
11
For assembly: Punch the risen dough down and shape into 40 balls (1 to 1 inches in diameter).
12
Mix together the sugar and cinnamon in a shallow bowl.
13
Pour the melted butter into another bowl.
14
Roll the balls in the butter and then roll in the cinnamon-sugar mixture.
15
Place 20 balls in the bundt pan and top with remaining caramel and the pecans.
16
Lastly, place the final 20 balls of dough into the pan.
17
Cover the bundt pan and let rise until doubled, about 45 minutes.
18
Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F.
19
Bake until the top is a deep golden brown, 45 to 50 minutes.
20
Cool for 10 minutes before inverting onto a serving plate.
21
Serve warm.

1987

kcal

Calories

104

Fat

243

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Preheat the oven fully and bake on the middle rack for the most even results.
Check for doneness a few minutes early — a toothpick in the center should come out with just a few moist crumbs.
Let it cool before slicing so it sets properly and holds its shape.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.
Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.
Leave out the nuts to make it nut-free, or swap in seeds for a similar crunch.
A good 1:1 gluten-free flour blend works well if you need a gluten-free version.
Coconut cream is a reliable plant-based alternative to dairy cream.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

My Personal Notes

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 16 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 package (1/4 ounce) active dry yeast, 1/4 cup water (110 degrees F to 115 degrees F), 5 cups all-purpose flour, plus more for dusting, 1 cup warm 2-percent milk (110 degrees F to 115 degrees F), and more.

Yes, Pecan Pie Monkey Bread falls under the Baking & Desserts category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3–5 days. For longer storage, freeze for up to 3 months — no need to refrigerate or reheat.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Pecan Pie Monkey Bread

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

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