Imagine a dessert so irresistibly easy and delicious that it'll have your family fighting over the last sticky, cinnamon-sugar-coated bite! This Cheater Skillet Monkey Bread is the ultimate shortcut to dessert heaven, transforming simple refrigerated biscuit dough into a gooey, caramelized masterpiece that'll make you look like a baking genius – without spending hours in the kitchen. Get ready to discover the most addictive, crowd-pleasing treat that comes together in just 30 minutes!
Prep Time: 10 mins
Cook Time: 20 mins
Total Time: 30 mins
Cuisine: American
Serves: 6 servings
Ingredients
- 2 cans refrigerated biscuit dough
- 1/2 cup sugar
- 1 tablespoon cinnamon
- 1/2 cup butter, melted
- 1/2 cup brown sugar
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Ensure you have a 10-inch cast iron skillet or oven-safe skillet ready.
- In a small mixing bowl, combine white sugar and ground cinnamon. Mix thoroughly until well blended.
- Open the refrigerated biscuit dough cans and separate each biscuit. Cut each biscuit into quarters using a sharp knife.
- Roll each biscuit quarter in the cinnamon-sugar mixture, ensuring each piece is completely coated.
- In a separate bowl, melt the butter and mix with brown sugar until you create a smooth, caramel-like sauce.
- Arrange the cinnamon-sugar coated biscuit pieces in the skillet, creating a somewhat even layer.
- Pour the melted butter and brown sugar mixture evenly over the arranged biscuit pieces.
- Place the skillet in the preheated oven and bake for 18-20 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and the biscuits are cooked through.
- Remove from oven and let cool for 5 minutes. The monkey bread will be very hot, so use caution.
- Invert the skillet onto a serving plate or serve directly from the skillet, allowing the caramel sauce to drizzle over the bread.
- Serve warm and enjoy immediately for the best taste and texture.
Tips
- Use fresh, cold refrigerated biscuit dough for the best texture and rise.
- Make sure to cut the biscuits into even quarters for consistent cooking.
- Don't skip coating each piece in cinnamon-sugar – this is where the magic happens!
- Use a cast iron skillet if possible, as it provides even heat distribution and creates a beautiful caramelized bottom.
- Let the monkey bread cool for a few minutes before serving to allow the caramel sauce to set slightly.
- For extra decadence, consider adding chopped nuts or a drizzle of cream cheese glaze after baking.
- Serve immediately while warm for the most gooey, irresistible texture.
- If you have leftovers (rare, but possible!), reheat in the oven for a few minutes to restore that fresh-baked goodness.
Nutrition Facts
Calories: 350kcal
Carbohydrates: 45g
Protein: 3g
Fat: 18g
Saturated Fat: 10g
Cholesterol: 35mg
