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Cinnamon Pecan Swirl Delight: Lois Dickerson’s Legendary Monkey Bread Recipe
Recipe: Lois Dickerson’s Monkey Bread 🍞🐒
Description: This delightful Monkey Bread recipe has been a cherished favorite since 1978, originating from the kitchen of my dear friend Lois Dickerson. Bursting with cinnamon-sugar goodness and crunchy pecans, it’s a timeless treat perfect for breakfast or any time you crave a scrumptious indulgence. I recently whipped up a batch just three days ago, and it’s always a hit in our household!
Category: Quick Breads 🕒
Keywords: Breads, Breakfast, Low Protein, Low Cholesterol, < 60 Mins 🥖🍳
Servings: 8
Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 40 minutes
Total Time: 55 minutes
Ingredients:
| Ingredient | Quantity |
|---|---|
| Sugar | 4 cups |
| Cinnamon | 2/3 cup |
| Oleo | 3 1/2 cups |
| Brown Sugar | 3/4 – 1 1/2 cups |
| Cinnamon | 1 tablespoon |
| Pecans | 1 cup |
| Biscuits | 2 cans |
Instructions:
For the Mixture:
- Heat the oleo, brown sugar, and cinnamon in a saucepan, stirring until boiling.
For the Biscuits:
- Cut each biscuit into 4 pieces.
- Shake the biscuit pieces in a bag with sugar and cinnamon until coated.
Assembly:
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Thoroughly butter or spray a bundt pan.
- Arrange the sugar-coated biscuit pieces evenly in the prepared bundt pan.
- Pour the hot dissolved mixture evenly over the biscuit pieces.
Baking:
- Bake in the preheated oven for 35 to 40 minutes, until golden brown and cooked through.
- Exercise caution when removing from the oven, as it will be very hot!
Nutritional Information (Per Serving):
- Calories: 815
- Total Fat: 43.6g
- Saturated Fat: 8.2g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
- Sodium: 1573.7mg
- Total Carbohydrates: 100.9g
- Dietary Fiber: 4.1g
- Sugar: 52.9g
- Protein: 9.1g
Tips:
- For an extra flavor boost, consider adding a teaspoon of vanilla extract to the hot mixture.
- Don’t overmix the biscuit pieces in the sugar-cinnamon coating; a gentle shake ensures they’re evenly coated without becoming too dense.
- Feel free to customize with your favorite nuts or additional spices for a personalized touch.
- Serve warm for the ultimate gooey, irresistible experience!
This Monkey Bread recipe is a nostalgic gem that’s sure to become a beloved tradition in your home, just as it has been in mine for decades. Enjoy every sweet, sticky bite! 🐒🍞
