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Gluten Free Monkey Bread fresh out of the oven, golden brown and gooey.

Gluten Free Monkey Bread

A delightful pull-apart bread filled with warm cinnamon and sugar, perfect for fall gatherings and anyone gluten-sensitive.
Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 35 minutes
Total Time 55 minutes
Course Dessert, Snack
Cuisine American
Servings 8 servings
Calories 240 kcal

Ingredients
  

For the bread

  • 2 cups gluten-free all-purpose flour (ensure it has xanthan gum) Use a gluten-free flour blend with xanthan gum for best results.
  • 1/4 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 packet active dry yeast (2 1/4 teaspoons)
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1/2 cup warm milk (or almond milk for a dairy-free option) Warm the milk to activate the yeast.
  • 1/4 cup melted butter (or coconut oil for a dairy-free option)
  • 1 large egg

For the cinnamon sugar coating

  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
  • 1/2 cup melted butter (or coconut oil)

Instructions
 

Prep and Activate Yeast

  • In a small bowl, stir together the warm milk and active dry yeast. Let it sit for about 5-10 minutes until the mixture becomes foamy.

Mix Dry Ingredients

  • In a large mixing bowl, whisk together gluten-free flour, sugar, salt, and baking powder.

Combine Wet and Dry Ingredients

  • Add the melted butter, yeast mixture, and the egg to the dry ingredients. Mix well until a dough forms.

Prepare for Rising

  • Lightly grease a bowl and place the dough inside, covering it with a clean cloth. Let it rise in a warm spot for about 1 hour or until it doubles in size.

Shape the Dough

  • Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Punch down the dough after it has risen. Tear off pieces of dough about the size of a golf ball and roll them into small balls.

Coat in Cinnamon Sugar

  • In a separate bowl, mix the sugar and cinnamon for coating. Dip each dough ball into melted butter and then roll them in the cinnamon-sugar mixture.

Layer in the Pan

  • Place the coated dough balls in a greased bundt pan, stacking them up to create a layered effect.

Final Rise

  • Cover the bundt pan with plastic wrap and let the dough rise again for about 15-20 minutes.

Bake

  • Bake in your preheated oven for 30-35 minutes or until golden brown. You may need to cover it with foil for the last 10 minutes to prevent over-browning.

Cool and Serve

  • Once baked, let the monkey bread cool in the pan for about 10 minutes. Then, flip it onto a serving platter and enjoy warm.

Notes

Tips for Success: Use Quality Gluten-Free Flour and Don’t Rush the Rising for best results. Experiment with Flavors by adding nuts or dried fruits.

Nutrition

Serving: 1gCalories: 240kcalCarbohydrates: 36gProtein: 3gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 6gSodium: 200mgFiber: 1gSugar: 12g
Keyword Baking, Cinnamon Sugar, Fall Treat, Gluten Free, Monkey Bread
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