Ooey-Gooey Lemon Monkey Bread
Description
The Ooey-Gooey Lemon Monkey Bread is a delightful twist on the classic monkey bread. This sweet, sticky pastry features soft biscuit dough pieces coated in a zesty lemon glaze, offering a tangy contrast to the traditional cinnamon-sugar version. It’s perfect for brunches, dessert tables, or any occasion that calls for a comforting, shareable treat.
Ingredients
For the dough:
2½ cups all-purpose flour
3 tablespoons granulated sugar
1 tablespoon baking powder
1 teaspoon salt
½ teaspoon baking soda
¾ cup cold unsalted butter, cut into cubes
1 cup buttermilk
For the lemon glaze:
1 cup powdered sugar
2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
1 teaspoon lemon zest
1 tablespoon unsalted butter, melted
Calories:
Approximately 200
Preparation Method
Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a Bundt pan or a similar oven-safe dish.
To make the dough, combine the flour, sugar, baking powder, salt, and baking soda in a large bowl. Cut in the cold butter using a pastry cutter or your fingers until the mixture has a crumbly texture, similar to coarse crumbs. Gradually add the buttermilk, stirring until a dough forms.
Shape the bread: Turn the dough onto a floured surface and knead briefly. Roll the dough into small balls and place them into the prepared pan.
Bake: Transfer the pan to the preheated oven and bake for 25–30 minutes, or until the top turns golden brown and a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
Prepare the glaze: While the bread is baking, whisk together the powdered sugar, lemon juice, lemon zest, and melted butter in a small bowl until smooth.
Glaze and serve: Once the bread is baked, remove it from the oven and let it cool slightly.Allow the warm bread to absorb the lemon glaze by drizzling it over it. Serve warm and enjoy!
History
Monkey bread, also known as pull-apart bread or bubble bread, originated from the Hungarian dessert arany galuska (« golden dumpling »). Hungarian immigrants introduced this dish to the United States, where it evolved into the sticky, sweet version known today. The name « monkey bread » likely derives from the way people pull apart the bread with their fingers, reminiscent of how monkeys eat.
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Buns In My Oven
The lemon variation adds a refreshing citrus twist to the traditional recipe, catering to modern tastes and seasonal preferences.
