Cinnamon Pull Apart Bread From Scratch Recipe

Forget the store-bought stuff! This homemade Cinnamon Pull-Apart Bread is ridiculously easy to make and tastes unbelievably delicious. Similar to monkey bread, but with a superior homemade flavor and texture. This recipe delivers the warm, gooey, cinnamon-sugar goodness you crave, perfect for breakfast, brunch, or a sweet treat any time of day. Get ready for the most amazing pull-apart bread you've ever tasted!

Prep Time 45 mins
Cook Time 150 mins
Calories 315.6 kcal
Protein 8g
Rating 5.0 (7 Reviews)
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Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Cinnamon Pull Apart Bread From Scratch

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How to Make Cinnamon Pull Apart Bread From Scratch

  1. In a large bowl, combine 1 cup warm milk (105-115°F), 2 1/4 teaspoons active dry yeast, and 1 tablespoon granulated sugar. Let stand for 5-10 minutes until foamy.
  2. Add 1/2 cup (1 stick) unsalted butter, melted, 1 large egg, and 1 teaspoon salt to the yeast mixture. Whisk to combine.
  3. Gradually add 4 1/2 cups all-purpose flour, one cup at a time, mixing until a soft dough forms. Turn the dough out onto a lightly floured surface and knead for 5-7 minutes, until smooth and elastic.
  4. Place the dough in a lightly oiled bowl, turning to coat. Cover with plastic wrap and let rise in a warm place for 1 hour, or until doubled in size.
  5. While the dough is rising, prepare the cinnamon sugar filling: In a medium bowl, combine 1 cup granulated sugar, 2 tablespoons ground cinnamon, and 1/4 cup (1/2 stick) melted unsalted butter.
  6. Punch down the risen dough and turn it out onto a lightly floured surface. Roll the dough into a 12x18 inch rectangle.
  7. Spread the cinnamon sugar mixture evenly over the dough.
  8. Starting from the long side, tightly roll the dough into a log.
  9. Cut the log into 1-inch thick slices.
  10. Grease a 9x13 inch baking pan generously with butter or cooking spray.
  11. Arrange the dough slices in the prepared pan, placing them close together.
  12. Cover the pan loosely with plastic wrap and let rise for another 30 minutes.
  13. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
  14. Bake for 30-35 minutes, or until golden brown and cooked through.
  15. Let cool slightly before serving. Enjoy!

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

19 g

Sugar

95g

Fat

26g

Carbs

17g

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