Monkey Bread Muffins

Name: Monkey Bread Muffins
Prep time: 15 min
Total time: 40 min
Yield: 12 serving(s)
Ingredients: Nonstick cooking spray, for the pan; 2/3 c. granulated sugar; 2 tsp. ground cinnamon; 2 (16.3-ounce) tubes buttermilk biscuits (such as Pillsbury Grands Southern Homestyle Biscuits); 4 tbsp. (1/2 stick) salted butter; 1/4 c. packed brown sugar; 1 c. powdered sugar; 1 to 2 Tbsp. milk

This sweet morning treat starts with canned biscuits.

By Ree DrummondPublished: Apr 10, 2025

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the pioneer woman's monkey bread muffins recipe

C.W. Newell

Yields:

12 serving(s)

Prep Time:

15 mins

Total Time:

40 mins

Ah, monkey bread. It's my go-to for when the kids are back home because it's sticky-sweet, impossibly easy to make, and gone before I know it. But I have a funny feeling these monkey bread muffins will fly off the plate even faster the next time everyone's under one roof. Here's the thing: they've got all the sugary goodness of classic monkey bread made in a Bundt pan (like this heavenly monkey bread), but they're even simpler and come in perfect single servings. No sharing or hovering required—just grab and enjoy.

These muffins are made with ingredients you probably have on hand: canned biscuits, cinnamon, sugar, and buttah, baby. And they're topped with a simple glaze that makes them even more ridiculous. (I mean, delicious.) Keep in mind that, because they're so sweet and magical, the butter and sugar may bubble over the pan as they bake. Just place your muffin tin on a foil-lined baking sheet to catch any drips. Works like a charm!

If you're hosting Easter brunch this year, make these! You can easily halve or double the recipe depending on your crowd. These would also be a scrumptious idea for Mother's Day brunch. It's guaranteed to be one of my favorite muffin recipes for any breakfast spread.

What're the best biscuits for monkey bread muffins?

I like basic, non-flaky buttermilk biscuit dough for monkey bread because the pieces hold together well and don't flake apart. That said, you can use any refrigerated canned biscuit dough you like. The muffins may look a little different depending on what you use, but they'll still taste delicious.

Can monkey bread muffins be made ahead?

These muffins are best warm from the oven, so you should wait until soon before serving to make them. The good news is that they come together in about 15 minutes. Then, all you have to do is bake and glaze them! If you have any leftovers, they can be stored in an airtight container at room temperature for up to a day.

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Ingredients

Nonstick cooking spray, for the pan
2/3 cup
granulated sugar
2 tsp.
ground cinnamon
2
(16.3-ounce) tubes buttermilk biscuits (such as Pillsbury Grands Southern Homestyle Biscuits)
4 Tbsp.
(1/2 stick) salted butter
1/4 cup
packed brown sugar
1 cup
powdered sugar
1
to 2 Tbsp. milk

Directions

1. Step 1Preheat the oven to 350°F. Grease a standard 12-cup muffin pan with cooking spray and place on a foil-lined baking sheet.
2. Step 2In a 1-gallon zip-top plastic bag, combine the granulated sugar and cinnamon. Open the canned biscuits and cut each biscuit into 6 pieces (you should have 96 total). Drop the pieces in the bag of cinnamon sugar, seal, and give it a vigorous shake to separate the pieces and coat in cinnamon sugar. Divide the biscuit pieces between each muffin cup; you should have 8 pieces per cup. Press down lightly so the pieces stick together.
3. Step 3In a small saucepan, melt the butter and brown sugar over medium heat, stirring to combine. Spoon the brown sugar mixture over the biscuit pieces, about 1 teaspoon per muffin cup.
4. Step 4Bake the muffins until golden brown, 20 to 25 minutes. Let cool for 5 minutes in the pan.
5. Step 5Meanwhile, make the glaze. In a medium bowl, whisk together the powdered sugar and 1 tablespoon of the milk. Add more milk, 1 teaspoon at a time, until a thick, but pourable consistency is achieved. Remove the muffins to a rack. Drizzle the glaze over the muffins and serve warm.