{"id":54079,"date":"2018-01-01T00:00:00","date_gmt":"2017-09-09T00:20:00","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/origin-www.tasteofhome.com\/recipes\/caramel-pecan-monkey-bread\/"},"modified":"2022-10-20T11:18:14","modified_gmt":"2022-10-20T16:18:14","slug":"caramel-pecan-monkey-bread","status":"publish","type":"recipe","link":"https:\/\/www.tasteofhome.com\/recipes\/caramel-pecan-monkey-bread\/","title":{"rendered":"Caramel-Pecan Monkey Bread"},"content":{"rendered":"","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>The kids will get a kick out of pulling off gooey pieces of this delectable monkey bread. 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It's hard to resist a caramel-coated treat. \u2014Taste Recipes Test Kitchen","recipeIngredient":["1 package (1\/4 ounce) active dry yeast","1\/4 cup warm water (110&deg; to 115&deg;)","5 tablespoons plus 1\/2 cup butter, divided","1-1\/4 cups warm 2% milk (110&deg; to 115&deg;)","2 large eggs, room temperature","1-1\/4 cups sugar, divided","1 teaspoon salt","5 cups all-purpose flour","1 teaspoon ground cinnamon","CARAMEL:","2\/3 cup packed brown sugar","1\/4 cup butter, cubed","1\/4 cup heavy whipping cream","3\/4 cup chopped pecans, divided","OPTIONAL GLAZE:","4 ounces cream cheese, softened","1\/4 cup butter, softened","1-1\/2 cups confectioners' sugar","3 to 5 tablespoons 2% milk"],"recipeInstructions":[{"@type":"HowToStep","text":"Dissolve yeast in warm water. Melt 5 tablespoons butter. Add to yeast mixture along with milk and eggs; stir in 1\/4 cup sugar, salt and 3 cups flour. Beat on medium speed for 3 minutes. Stir in enough remaining flour to form a firm dough."},{"@type":"HowToStep","text":"Turn out onto a floured surface; knead until smooth and elastic, 6-8 minutes. Place in a greased bowl, turning once to grease the top. Refrigerate, covered, overnight."},{"@type":"HowToStep","text":"Punch dough down; shape into 40 balls (about 1-1\/4 in. diameter). Melt remaining 1\/2 cup butter. In a shallow bowl, combine cinnamon and remaining 1 cup sugar. Dip balls into butter, then roll in sugar mixture."},{"@type":"HowToStep","text":"For caramel, bring brown sugar, butter and cream to a boil in a small saucepan over medium heat. Cook and stir 3 minutes. Pour half the caramel into a greased 10-in. fluted tube pan; layer with half the pecans and half the dough balls; repeat. Cover and let rise until doubled, about 45 minutes."},{"@type":"HowToStep","text":"Preheat oven to 350\u00b0. Bake until golden brown, 30-40 minutes. (Cover loosely with foil for last 10 minutes if top browns too quickly.) Cool 10 minutes before inverting onto a serving plate."},{"@type":"HowToStep","text":"For optional glaze, beat cream cheese and butter until blended; gradually beat in confectioners' sugar. Add enough milk to reach desired consistency. Drizzle glaze over warm bread."}],"recipeYield":"20 servings","author":[{"@type":"Person","name":"Taste Recipes Editorial Team"}],"nutrition":{"@type":"NutritionInformation","calories":" 334 calories","fatContent":"15g fat (8g saturated fat)","cholesterolContent":"52mg cholesterol","sodiumContent":"207mg sodium","carbohydrateContent":"45g carbohydrate (21g sugars","fiberContent":"1g fiber)","proteinContent":"5g protein. "},"aggregateRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"AggregateRating","ratingValue":4.76,"reviewCount":50,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5},"video":{"@type":"VideoObject","name":"Bakeable Presents Caramel Pecan Monkey Bread","description":"Check out this vidseo for how to make Caramel Pecan Monkey Bread","thumbnailUrl":["https:\/\/cdn.jwplayer.com\/v2\/media\/PIp7bC50\/poster.jpg?width=720"],"uploadDate":"2020-09-5 11:28:15","duration":"P0DT0H5M6S","contentUrl":"https:\/\/cdn.jwplayer.com\/videos\/PIp7bC50-Uot7Fvi8.mp4"},"review":[{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2021-10-05","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"KristineChayes576"},"reviewBody":"I\u2019ve made this twice already and it\u2019s very good. It takes a bit of time, but is worth the effort. The icing is the perfect finishing touch!","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2021-01-31","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"CyanCoathanger"},"reviewBody":"This is by far THE best dessert or breakfast recipe. It\u2019s so much better than a cinnamon roll or a donut. This is a new family favorite and we will be making this recipe for many years to come. It\u2019s definitely worth the time and effort because the end result is unexplainably delicious.","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2010-03-07","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"RedScooter"},"reviewBody":"I made this recipe for my family and it was an absolute hit!! We all loved, loved, loved this recipe. The bread was soft and sweet. It was a melt in your mouth dessert. This is now our favorite recipe. Its a definite keeper and I will be making it again.","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2017-12-13","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"GreenDog"},"reviewBody":"I cheated and used frozen dinner rolls but I love the caramel sauce. It makes for a wonderful variation and everyone devoured it.","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2010-11-28","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"BlueAirBalloon"},"reviewBody":"Made without pecans as the family doesn't like pecans and didn't have a fluted pan so put them in a 9 x 13 baking dish.  Everyone loved the taste and texture!  Warm up nicely in the microwave as well!","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2010-02-15","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"PurpleUmbrella"},"reviewBody":"This recipe was awsome (especially out of the oven) and also good the next morning.  Easy to make and way better than the canned biscuit recipes.","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2011-07-28","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"GreenCherries"},"reviewBody":"YUM!  We used Rapid Rise Yeast, and followed the directions on the package for that, which cut down a bit on time.  Skim milk worked fine.  A fun treat!~ Theresa","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2010-06-28","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"PurpleBattery"},"reviewBody":"For years, I made a monkey bread that was passed down from my mother - and it used butterscotch pudding instead of the caramel sause.  I love my recipe - but this one was incredible and is definetly one that I will make again.I did try something a little different this time - instead of using a bundt pan, I made individual monkey bread by following this reciepe - but then each ball I would seperate into two and used a muffin pan.  Afterwards, I was able to individually wrap each muffin-sized bread.  I have some more experimenting to do at that - but it turned out great - and for those who are cautious about who touches the bread - this is a great way to go.","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2010-02-16","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"OrangeToast"},"reviewBody":"I forgot to put on first review. I had to make another batch of the cinnamon and sugar as I did not have enough.  I also made the dough in the bread machine using 4 1\/4 cups flour in my 2 lb capacity bread machine.  My dough was well above the rim of a bundt pan so next time I will reserve about 6 rolls for dinner rolls, but you can still roll them in the sugar and cook them alongside the bundt pan, they were still really good as they fell off onto a sheet of foil I placed under the pan \"just in case.\"  The suggestion of more carmel syrup is also a good idea - will try that next time.","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2015-12-16","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"PurpleStrawberry"},"reviewBody":"It is not a sweet bread, and it seems to be dry. It was better when it was sliced and toasted with butter. Made three in a row , it was ok but I wanted a sweet bread.","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":3,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2010-11-03","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"GoldGuitar"},"reviewBody":"Me and my boyfriend had an excellant time making this and an even more wonderful time eating it!","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2010-01-13","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"GreenWrench"},"reviewBody":"Is there a way to really cut back on the fat content, and still taste good?","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":3,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2020-02-08","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"GreenGoggles"},"reviewBody":"I usually stay away from homemade yeast bread...glad I tried this recipe.  It turned out so beautiful and delicious!  Now I have confidence in doing yeast breads.  My husband couldn't get enough of this and he is not a sweets guy!","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2010-05-05","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"GoldPretzel"},"reviewBody":"this was wonderful! I made it twice, and the second time only used about half a stick of butter to roll the dough in, the first time I ended up throwing away a lot of unused, melted butter. I also made more cinnamon-sugar mixture for it the second time. Next time I make it I will double the caramel. but this is amazing, a hit with everyone who tried it!","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2014-10-07","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"CyanBox"},"reviewBody":"I love monkey bread...especially when it's flavored like my favorite pecan rolls. Yum! And, frankly, the name Monkey Bread is just so darn cute! Does anyone know why it's called monkey bread?","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2013-02-03","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"OliveCocktail"},"reviewBody":"Most delicious caramel bread I have ever made, it's moist -the pecans are very tasty,perfect pecan blend. My kids love it. Best of all the next day it's still soft and moist full of flavor.Favorite Mag.","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2010-01-20","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"RedPalmtree"},"reviewBody":"Was worth the time to make the dough.  It had such a nice texture!  My in-laws and family gobbled this up in a matter of minutes!  Will definetly make this one again and again!","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2011-03-05","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"GoldBulb"},"reviewBody":"This was wonderful!","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2011-02-25","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"GreenButterfly"},"reviewBody":"When I saw this recipe in Taste Of Home I knew I had to try it. It is a family favorite now. It is also very easy to make.","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2015-03-21","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"BlueCoffee"},"reviewBody":"I love this monkey bread. It was worth the time to make it. The only change that I made was that I left the pecans out since my family does not like them. Next time I might make the dough balls a little smaller.","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2020-01-27","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"CyanPumpkin"},"reviewBody":"Love the caramel sauce smothered all over it. Thanks for the recipe. I\u2019ll be making this again and again.","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2010-02-16","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"OrangeToast"},"reviewBody":"This was so gooey and so much better than an older recipe I had that called for butterscotch pudding, which tended to be a \"drier gooey.\"","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2010-11-22","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"CyanHammer"},"reviewBody":"This recipe is FANTASTIC!  It takes more time and work than using the tube biscuits but there is no comparison in taste.  Tender, sweet, and gooey!  I used someone's idea by dipping the dough in milk it works great with less fat.  Wow!  A keeper for sure!","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}}]},"video":{"title":"Bakeable Presents Caramel Pecan Monkey Bread","description":"Check out this vidseo for how to make Caramel Pecan Monkey Bread","url":"https:\/\/videodam.tmbi.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/12\/Bakeable_47666_111119_CaramelPecanMonkeyBread.mp4","duration":"306.00","mime_type":"video\/mp4","thumbnail_url":"https:\/\/videodam.tmbi.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/12\/Caramel-Pecan-Monkey-Bread_EXPS_BW19_47666_C10_04_11b.jpg","advertising":true,"jw_id":"PIp7bC50","jw_url":"https:\/\/cdn.jwplayer.com\/videos\/PIp7bC50-Uot7Fvi8.mp4","jw_thmub_url":"https:\/\/cdn.jwplayer.com\/v2\/media\/PIp7bC50\/poster.jpg?width=720","jw_publish_date":"12\/07\/2019"},"rms_legacy_id":"47666","romance_copy_dek":"The kids will get a kick out of pulling off gooey pieces of this delectable monkey bread. 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