Description
This Crockpot Cinnamon Roll Monkey Bread is a delightful and easy-to-make dessert that combines the gooey sweetness of cinnamon rolls with the fun, pull-apart texture of monkey bread. Prepared in a slow cooker, it requires minimal effort and delivers a warm, fragrant treat perfect for breakfasts, brunches, or dessert gatherings.
Ingredients
Scale
Dough
- 2 cans refrigerated cinnamon roll dough
Sugar Coating
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
Topping Sauce
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 1/2 cup packed brown sugar
- 1/4 cup heavy cream
Other
- Non-stick cooking spray
- Optional toppings: powdered sugar glaze, chopped pecans, raisins
Instructions
- Prepare the Crockpot: Spray the crockpot generously with non-stick cooking spray to prevent sticking and make cleanup easier.
- Cut the Dough: Open the refrigerated cinnamon roll cans and cut each roll into four equal pieces. Keep the icing packets separately for later use.
- Coat the Dough: In a bowl, toss the cinnamon roll pieces with granulated sugar and ground cinnamon until each piece is thoroughly coated.
- Layer the Dough: Place the coated dough pieces evenly in the bottom of the prepared crockpot, creating a layer of sweet cinnamon-covered dough.
- Make the Sauce: In a separate bowl, combine the melted unsalted butter, packed brown sugar, and heavy cream. Stir well until the sugar dissolves and the mixture is uniform.
- Pour the Sauce: Evenly pour this butter, brown sugar, and cream mixture over the dough pieces in the crockpot, ensuring it seeps through the layers.
- Cook: Cover and cook on the low setting for 2 to 2.5 hours, or until the dough is fully cooked through and gooey.
- Cool and Serve: Allow the monkey bread to cool slightly. Drizzle with reserved icing from the cinnamon rolls or add optional toppings such as powdered sugar glaze, chopped pecans, or raisins. Serve warm directly from the crockpot or transfer to a serving plate.
Notes
- Cooking times may vary slightly depending on your crockpot model.
- Use the icing packets included with the cinnamon rolls to drizzle on top for added sweetness.
- Add mix-ins like nuts or raisins before cooking for extra texture and flavor.
- To reheat leftovers, warm gently in the microwave or crockpot on low.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 2 hours 15 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Slow Cooking
- Cuisine: American
