Monkey Bread Loaf

Are you looking for a delicious, gluten free treat to enjoy in the kitchen? Look no further than this scrumptious Gluten Free Monkey Bread recipe! This sweet and sticky classic favorite is made with just a handful of ingredients and is totally worth the time that you invest in making it—plus it's totally gluten free. So gather up your gluten free baking supplies and let’s get baking!

Gluten free monkey bread is the perfect treat for the whole family! Not only is it delicious and sweet, but it's also easy to make with just a few ingredients. Plus, since it’s gluten free, everyone can enjoy this classic favorite without any worries about allergies or sensitivities.

So if you're looking for a tasty treat that will bring smiles all around, give this gluten free monkey bread recipe a try—you won't be disappointed!

If you loved traditional monkey bread growing up and have been craving up but haven't wanted to make it using boring sandwich bread, this gluten free version is the best monkey bread in my opinion.

We have other sweet treats you may enjoy- one of our fan favorites are these gluten free chocolate donuts.

Why You'll Love This Dessert Bread Recipe

• It's a delicious and sweet treat
• It's family approved, both kids and adults love it
• It's time consuming to make since it is made from scratch, but it really is easy to make
• Perfect for holidays, like Christmas morning, birthdays, or simple enough for a slow weekend morning

Ingredients Needed

Get more information on the following ingredients in the recipe card below.

• Bob's Red Mill 1 to 1 Gluten free flour mix
• Granulated Yeast
• Salt
• Lukewarm Water (100F or below)
• Honey
• Eggs
• Unsalted Butter
• Ground Cinnamon
• Ground Cardamom
• Brown Sugar

How to Make Gluten Free Monkey Bread

MAKE THE DOUGH FIRST

1. Whisk together the first few dry ingredients: flour, yeast, and salt. I like to do this in large plastic food container (that has a lid) for less dishes and easy storage.
2. Now add the wet ingredients: water, honey, eggs and melted butter and mix thoroughly. 
3. Cover the container or bowl with a cloth and allow it to rest at room temperature for about 2 hours, until the dough rises.
4. You can use it immediately or (for better handling) refrigerate it overnight (make sure the lid of the container is not on airtight when storing). Now it is time to move on to assembling the monkey bread.

MAKING THE MONKEY BREAD

1. Butter a Bundt pan or large bread pan and set it aside.
2. Combine the sugar, cinnamon, and cardamom in a large mixing bowl and set aside.
3. The gluten-free dough will be sticky so make sure to dust your work surface, the dough and your hands well to prevent sticking. Divide the monkey bread dough and shape each piece into a log that is about 1 ½ inches in diameter, then cut them into ½ thick slices.
4. Coat the dough pieces in the cinnamon sugar mixture and shape them into dough balls before placing them in the baking pan. Once all the dough is coated and rolled, loosely cover it with plastic wrap and let the dough rest for an hour.
5. 15 minutes before the dough is done resting, preheat the oven to 350F
6. Melt the butter, brown sugar, and salt together in a saucepan. Once the sugar has melted, pour this mixture over the raw monkey bread.
7. Place the pan on a baking sheet and bake for 45 to 50 minutes, until the top is golden brown and the bread is done in the center.
8. Turn the bundt cake pan upside down on a serving plate or a large plate and allow it to cool slightly before serving. Enjoy your homemade monkey bread!

Storage

This leftover Gluten-Free Monkey Bread recipe can be stored in an airtight container at room temperature for 2-3 days.

To extend the shelf life of the treat, it is best to store it in a sealed container in the refrigerator, where it will remain fresh for up to 1 week. For optimal flavor and texture, it is recommended to warm the bread in the oven or microwave before serving.

Keep in mind that the microwave may make the bread a little mushy, instead of fluffy, tender sweet sugar bread bites.

Sweet Bread Tips and Variations

• Always check your gluten free flour blend. Depending on which blend you use, you may need to add some xanthan gum to your gluten free flour blend.
• I use Bob's Red Mill flour as I think it's the best option for this dessert made from scratch, but you can use any gluten-free flour that you have on hand and prefer.
• You can mix your dough together in the bowl of a stand mixer with the paddle attachment on, or a dough hook, if desired.
• For a little extra kick of sweet, you can add some vanilla extract to the dough mixture and coat the balls of dough with a little granulated sugar as well as the cinnamon-sugar mixture. Or, you can top the bread with some powdered sugar.
• When you let your gluten free bread dough rise once you've covered it, make sure you place it in a draft free area. If you have the space you can use an oven, you can also put it in there with the light on so you can watch it to make sure it increases in size appropriately.
• Be sure to make sure that the inside of the bread dough bites have finished baking before consuming.

Do I have to use a bundt pan?

No, if you don't have a bundt pan or don't want to use one, you can make this monkey bread in a bread loaf pan if desired. If you're using a loaf pan, you can line the pan with parchment paper. If choosing this route, I like to leave a little extra on each side to act as handles so I can pull the dessert out of the pan easier without making a big mess.

Can I add a glaze?

Certainly! If you want to add even more sweetness to this dessert, you can drizzle on a homemade glaze. To do this, I like to mix a glaze together in a small bowl consisting of milk and confectioners sugar.

Mix together ¾ cup of confectioners sugar with a tablespoon of milk. If it's too thick, add a teaspoon of milk at a time until it reaches your desired consistency.

Then drizzle on your homemade glaze on top of your delicious dessert treat bread.

Can I make this gluten free monkey bread dairy free as well?

Absolutely! We try to pay attention to common allergies when making recipes and going dairy free has been another need that a lot of our audience has had.

To make dairy-free monkey bread, simply substitute the butter for a vegan butter substitute. If you use a glaze on top, use a dairy-free milk alternative like coconut milk or almond milk.

What else can I add to this bread treat?

The options are endless when making your own gluten free desserts. You can add some chopped nuts, like chopped pecans, chopped walnuts, or even sprinkle on some peanuts on top of the bread before you go to serve it. Adding chopped nuts would bring a nice, alternative texture to the smooth monkey bread.

Additionally, you can add in some raisins, dried cranberries, or some add in some of your favorite chocolate chips or other baking chips for another texture and delicious flavor profile enhancement.

Lastly, consider toasting some coconut flakes on top for more of a tropical flavor to your dessert.

If you love this monkey bread and are looking for more treats, I bet you'll love some gluten free cinnamon rolls smothered in our cream cheese frosting too.

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