By Becky Hardin
Published Oct 5, 2021
If you are looking to impress, but in the easiest possible way, this 3 ingredient apple pie monkey bread is a sure-fire way of doing it! Perfect to serve for breakfast on Christmas morning, or as a lazy weekend brunch, this is one tasty and simple recipe!
Apple Cinnamon Monkey Bread
There’s nothing quite like the smell of baked goods in the kitchen (especially ones that smell like apple pie !) on Christmas morning , but let’s face it, sometimes there are just not enough hours in the day!
Luckily, this apple pie monkey bread takes minutes to prep and is a great shortcut to a freshly baked bread! Turn refrigerator cinnamon rolls into monkey bread with just a few simple steps. Perfect for sharing and so effortless!
Be sure to try my Butterscotch Monkey Bread and Savory Monkey Bread too!
Why you’ll love this Cinnamon Roll Monkey Bread recipe:
- 3 INGREDIENTS : You only need 3 basic everyday ingredients to make this delicious bread recipe so you have no excuses!
- PERFECT FOR SHARING: This recipe will easily serve 8 people, so it’s perfect for overnight guests.
- SO FESTIVE : The flavor of apple pie and cinnamon make this perfect throughout the colder months. Perfect for Thanksgiving and all across the holidays.
This monkey bread is so quick and easy to make and you are going to LOVE the results! It’s just perfect for brunch. Make it for Christmas or Easter morning .
How to Make Apple Monkey Bread with Cinnamon Rolls
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- Cut the cinnamon rolls in quarters and chop up the apple pie filling.
- Mix everything together and place in a bundt pan.
- Bake til golden brown.
- Drizzle over the icing.
This apple pie monkey bread will keep well for 3-4 days in an airtight container, though it is best enjoyed within 1-2 days. Store it at room temperature.
If you have any leftovers (lucky you!) you can freeze them for a later date. Wrap securely in foil and plastic wrap to protect it from freezer burn and it will keep well for 1-2 months. Thaw at room temperature to serve.
For ease and convenience, I use a store-bought can of apple pie filling. If you like, you can make your own filling too, check out my apple pie recipe for a delicious homemade option.
Monkey bread is traditionally made in a bundt pan as it helps it to cook evenly through. You can bake it in a loaf or bread pan, just ensure that it’s cooked all the way through. If the top browns too quickly you can cover the top loosely with foil.
Tips!
- Grease the pan well before adding in the cinnamon roll and apple pie filling.
- Make sure that your oven is fully preheated before baking the bread so it cooks through evenly.
- Leftovers can be warmed through in the oven at 360°F for 5-10 minutes.
Monkey bread has never been easier to make! 3 ingredients, 10 minutes of prep, and one delicious breakfast to serve to the table!
MoreApple Recipesto Try
- Apple Cider Sauce
- Sheet Pan Apple Crisp
- Fried Apples
- Apple Dumplings
This apple pie monkey bread is so perfect for a sharing breakfast. The kitchen smells wonderful as it bakes and it’s such a crowd-pleaser!
More Easy Breakfast Recipes we Love
- English Muffin Breakfast Pizza
- Cheesy Baked Breakfast Sliders
- Baked Apple Oatmeal
- Pumpkin Pie Baked Oatmeal
- Blueberry Sheet Pan Pancakes
If you make this recipe be sure to upload a photo in the comment section below or leave a rating. Enjoy!
Ingredients1x2x3x
- ▢ 24.8 ounces refrigerated cinnamon rolls 703 grams (2 12.4-ounce cans)
- ▢ 21 ounces apple pie filling 595 grams (1 can)
- ▢ Cinnamon Roll Icing from the cinnamon roll cans
Video
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F.
- Cut each of the cinnamon rolls into quarters. 24.8 ounces refrigerated cinnamon rolls
- Chop the apple filling so you get bite-size chunks. I like to take my kitchen shears to help get this job done. 21 ounces apple pie filling
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the cinnamon bun pieces and apple filling.
- Grease a bunt pan with nonstick spray. Pour the apple mixture into the pan and spread it evenly.
- Bake for 45-50 minutes, or until it’s golden brown.
- Allow the pan to cool for 5 minutes. While the pan is still warm, carefully place a plate over the pan and flip the monkey bread onto that plate. Drizzle with the icing from the cinnamon roll tubes. Serve warm and enjoy! Cinnamon Roll Icing
Equipment
- Kitchen Scale (optional)
- 10-Cup Bundt Pan
Becky’s Tips
- Grease the pan well before adding in the cinnamon roll and apple pie filling.
- Make sure that your oven is fully preheated before baking the bread so it cooks through evenly.
- Leftovers can be warmed through in the oven at 360°F for 5-10 minutes.
Nutrition information is automatically calculated, so should only be used as an approximation.
Apple Pie Monkey Bread Recipe
Equipment
- Kitchen Scale (optional)
- 10-Cup Bundt Pan
Ingredients
- 24.8 ounces refrigerated cinnamon rolls 703 grams (2 12.4-ounce cans)
- 21 ounces apple pie filling 595 grams (1 can)
- Cinnamon Roll Icing from the cinnamon roll cans
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F.
- Cut each of the cinnamon rolls into quarters. 24.8 ounces refrigerated cinnamon rolls
- Chop the apple filling so you get bite-size chunks. I like to take my kitchen shears to help get this job done. 21 ounces apple pie filling
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the cinnamon bun pieces and apple filling.
- Grease a bunt pan with nonstick spray. Pour the apple mixture into the pan and spread it evenly.
- Bake for 45-50 minutes, or until it’s golden brown.
- Allow the pan to cool for 5 minutes. While the pan is still warm, carefully place a plate over the pan and flip the monkey bread onto that plate. Drizzle with the icing from the cinnamon roll tubes. Serve warm and enjoy! Cinnamon Roll Icing
Video
Notes
- Grease the pan well before adding in the cinnamon roll and apple pie filling.
- Make sure that your oven is fully preheated before baking the bread so it cooks through evenly.
- Leftovers can be warmed through in the oven at 360°F for 5-10 minutes.
Nutrition
By Becky Hardin
Published Jul 12, 2017
This Essential Grocery List is an absolute life saver for my family on the busy weeks. When I started this journey to learn how to cook, I quickly realized that the first step in cooking is having staple ingredients on hand. I want to avoid having to run out to the grocery store every single time I prepare a new recipe. Having a well-stocked pantry has made my life in the kitchen so much simpler, because when it’s time to cook, I have what I need.
Essential Grocery List
It’s so helpful to have a basic grocery list to help me remember which foods to buy at the store. This food shopping list is my go-to!
It’s better to stock up on things like grains, seasonings and spices, baking essentials, oils, condiments, canned and frozen foods, etc. so I can just grab them when I need them. These things have a long shelf life , so I keep them in my kitchen for convenience.
However, I do have to go to the supermarket sometimes, and there’s a way to make that trip easy and hassle-free: I keep a grocery list! If I go in blindly, I’ll leave with things I don’t need, and nothing that actually helps me prepare a good meal.
In the list below, I’ve compiled everything I always have on my stock-up grocery list.
I’ve got you covered! I created an easy grocery list filled with all of the essentials. Plus there’s a free printable version that you can take with you to the grocery store. It has everything you need to stock your pantry, your freezer, and your refrigerator.
Click to get my Free Printable Grocery List
What to Buy at the Grocery Store
This is the perfect grocery list filled with all the basics and essentials. It should help get you going if you’re new to cooking, or if you’re just left staring helplessly at an empty pantry and don’t know how to fill it.
When I first started cooking, things could seem overwhelming. I quickly realized that they more prepared I could be, the more confident I felt. If you already have the basics in your kitchen, then you can shop stress-free.
So print out our easy grocery list, stock up your pantry and fridge, and you’ll be cooking in no time!
Click to get my Free Printable Grocery List for the perfectly stocked pantry and freezer!
Fresh Produce
- Apples
- Bananas
- Strawberries
- Avocados
- Bell Peppers
- Carrots
- Broccoli
- Garlic
- Lemons/Limes
- Onion
- Parsley
- Cilantro
- Basil
- Potatoes
- Spinach
- Tomatoes
GRAINS
- Breadcrumbs
- Pasta
- Quinoa
- Rice
- Sandwich Bread
- Tortillas
MEAT/PROTEIN
- Chicken
- Eggs
- Ground Beef
- Sliced Turkey
- Lunch Meat
DAIRY
- Butter
- Sliced Cheese
- Shredded Cheese
- Milk
- Sour Cream
- Greek Yogurt
BAKING GOODS
- Baking powder
- Baking Soda
- Granulated Sugar
- Brown Sugar
- Flour
- Honey
- Vanilla Extract
- Dry Yeast
- Chocolate Chips
- Cocoa Powder
- Powdered Sugar
FREEZER
- Fruit and Berries
- Frozen Veggies (Corn, Peas, Broccoli, etc)
- Juice Concentrate
- Pizza or Other Convenience Meals
- Pie Crust
- Cookie Dough
CANNED/DRIED GOODS
- Chicken stock/broth
- Salsa
- Diced Tomatoes
- Jam/Jelly
- Peanut Butter
- Pasta Sauce
- Beans (Black Beans, Chickpeas, Baked Beans, etc)
- Soups
- Tuna
- Green Chiles
- Canned Veggies
- Coffee or Tea
Get more details on the best non-perishable and pantry foods
CONDIMENTS/SPICES
- Black Pepper
- Chili Powder
- Cinnamon
- Crushed Red Pepper
- Cumin
- Garlic Powder
- Ketchup
- Mustard
- Mayo
- Nutmeg
- Paprika
- Salt (Course Sea Salt and Kosher Salt)
- Soy Sauce
- Steak Sauce
- Hot Sauce/ Buffalo Sauce
- Salad Dressings
OILS/VINEGARS
- Apple cider vinegar
- Balsamic vinegar
- Coconut Oil
- Olive Oil
- Vegetable/Canola Oil
- Red Wine Vinegar
- White Vinegar
- Cooking Wine
- White Wine Vinegar
SNACKS
- Crackers
- Nuts
- Quick Oats
- Popcorn
- Tortilla Chips
- Cereal
Click to get my Free Printable Grocery List for the perfectly stocked pantry and freezer!
Click ☝🏻 for my FREE Grocery List Printable!
I hope this essential grocery list can help you buy what you need and make your home cooking so much easier!
Stock Your Kitchen
Find more ideas for your grocery list, stock up your kitchen, and print more cooking guides and charts to keep handy!
Non-Perishable Foods to Stock Up On
Frozen Vegetables to Stock Up On (and Recipes to Make)
Ultimate List of Cooking Herbs for Your Kitchen
Ultimate List of Cooking Spices for Your Kitchen
Cooking Oil 101: Types of Cooking Oils to Use
26 Types of Pasta and When to Use Them
What Fruits and Vegetables are in Season?
Meat Temperature Chart (Free Printable)
How to Meal Prep (Guide for Beginners)
Basic Cooking Measurements & Kitchen Conversion Chart
