This Cinnamon Roll Monkey Bread with Bacon Is the Ultimate Brunch Treat
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Imagine a warm, gooey mountain of cinnamon roll dough, soaked in buttery brown sugar, topped with crispy candied bacon—then baked into golden, sticky perfection. That’s what you get with this Candied Bacon Cinnamon Roll Monkey Bread. It’s the kind of recipe that steals the show at brunch, holiday breakfasts, or any time you want a sweet treat with a salty, smoky twist.
This recipe is super simple thanks to store-bought cinnamon rolls, and it comes together in under 40 minutes from start to finish!
Why I Love This Recipe
This monkey bread is:
- 🍩 Soft, gooey, and full of cinnamon spice
- 🥓 Crispy, smoky, and sweet thanks to the candied bacon
- 🍯 Sticky and rich with a brown sugar-butter glaze
- 🥄 Perfect for sharing and pulling apart at the table
It’s what happens when dessert meets breakfast—and adds bacon.
📝 Ingredients
- 2 cans cinnamon rolls (8-count, with icing included)
- 6 strips bacon, cooked until crisp and crumbled
- ¼ cup brown sugar
- 2 tbsp butter, melted
- 1 tsp cinnamon
🔁 Ingredient Notes & Swaps
- Cinnamon rolls: Any brand works—just make sure they come with icing!
- Bacon: Thick-cut works best for candied texture. Cook fully before adding.
- Brown sugar: Light or dark both work; dark gives a deeper molasses flavor.
- Butter: Salted or unsalted—both bring richness and help the topping bubble up.
- Optional: Add chopped pecans or a drizzle of maple syrup after baking for extra indulgence.
👨🍳 Step-by-Step Instructions
1️⃣ Preheat Oven
Preheat to 375°F (190°C) and grease a bundt pan or large tube pan well.
2️⃣ Cut the Dough
Open the cinnamon rolls and cut each one into 4–6 smaller pieces.
Place pieces evenly into the prepared pan.
3️⃣ Add the Toppings
In a bowl, combine:
- Brown sugar
- Melted butter
- Cinnamon
Stir to form a sticky mixture and drizzle it over the dough pieces.
Sprinkle candied bacon (fully cooked and crumbled) over the top.
4️⃣ Bake
Bake for 20–25 minutes or until golden brown and bubbly on top.
Let cool for 5–10 minutes, then carefully invert onto a serving plate.
5️⃣ Add the Icing
Drizzle the included icing packet over the warm monkey bread.
Serve immediately—this one is best enjoyed fresh and warm!
🔥 Tips for Success
- Cook the bacon until very crispy so it doesn’t soften too much during baking.
- Grease the pan well—this monkey bread is sticky by nature!
- Use a serrated knife or fork to gently pull pieces apart if serving plated.
🍽 Serving Suggestions
This monkey bread is amazing with:
- ☕ Hot coffee or a maple latte
- 🍳 A savory egg bake or frittata on the side
- 🍓 Fresh fruit or berries to balance the richness
- 🥂 Mimosas for the perfect brunch vibe
🧊 Storage & Reheating
- Fridge: Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days.
- Reheat: Warm in the microwave for 15–20 seconds or in the oven at 300°F for 5–7 minutes.
- Freeze: Not ideal due to icing and bacon, but unbaked dough can be frozen in a pinch.
💡 More Recipes You’ll Love
If you’re into gooey, sweet, pull-apart treats or crave-worthy breakfast bakes, don’t miss:
- Pumpkin Delight Dessert – smooth and creamy fall layers
- Hot Chocolate Cookie Cups – cozy, edible mugs
- Caramel Apple Pie Cookies – sticky, spiced perfection
- Edible Cookie Dough – scoopable and safe
- Chocolate Chip Cookie Dough Brownie Bombs – chocolate lovers’ dream
💬 Final Thoughts
This Candied Bacon Cinnamon Roll Monkey Bread is sweet, gooey, and completely irresistible. The cinnamon-spiced dough, brown sugar glaze, and crispy bacon work together like a dream. It’s perfect for weekend brunch, holiday mornings, or just treating yourself to something that feels a little extra.
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This Cinnamon Roll Monkey Bread with Bacon Is the Ultimate Brunch Treat
Imagine a warm, gooey mountain of cinnamon roll dough, soaked in buttery brown sugar, topped with crispy
Prep: min | Cook: min | Total: min
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Ingredients
- 2 cans cinnamon rolls (8-count, with icing included)
- 6 strips bacon, cooked until crisp and crumbled
- ¼ cup brown sugar
- 2 tbsp butter, melted
- 1 tsp cinnamon
- 🔁 Ingredient Notes & Swaps:
- Cinnamon rolls: Any brand works—just make sure they come with icing!
- Bacon: Thick-cut works best for candied texture. Cook fully before adding.
- Brown sugar: Light or dark both work; dark gives a deeper molasses flavor.
- Butter: Salted or unsalted—both bring richness and help the topping bubble up.
- Optional: Add chopped pecans or a drizzle of maple syrup after baking for extra indulgence.
- 👨🍳 Step-by-Step Instructions:
- 1️⃣ Preheat Oven:
- 2️⃣ Cut the Dough:
- 3️⃣ Add the Toppings:
- Brown sugar
- Melted butter
- Cinnamon
- 4️⃣ Bake:
- 5️⃣ Add the Icing:
- 🔥 Tips for Success:
- Cook the bacon until very crispy so it doesn’t soften too much during baking.
- Grease the pan well—this monkey bread is sticky by nature!
- Use a serrated knife or fork to gently pull pieces apart if serving plated.
- 🍽 Serving Suggestions:
- ☕ Hot coffee or a maple latte
- 🍳 A savory egg bake or frittata on the side
- 🍓 Fresh fruit or berries to balance the richness
- 🥂 Mimosas for the perfect brunch vibe
- 🧊 Storage & Reheating:
- Fridge: Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days.
- Reheat: Warm in the microwave for 15–20 seconds or in the oven at 300°F for 5–7 minutes.
- Freeze: Not ideal due to icing and bacon, but unbaked dough can be frozen in a pinch.
- 💡 More Recipes You’ll Love:
- Pumpkin Delight Dessert – smooth and creamy fall layers
- Hot Chocolate Cookie Cups – cozy, edible mugs
- Caramel Apple Pie Cookies – sticky, spiced perfection
- Edible Cookie Dough – scoopable and safe
- Chocolate Chip Cookie Dough Brownie Bombs – chocolate lovers' dream
- 💬 Final Thoughts:
Instructions
- ️⃣ Preheat Oven: Preheat to 375°F (190°C) and grease a bundt pan or large tube pan well.
- ️⃣ Cut the Dough: Open the cinnamon rolls and cut each one into 4–6 smaller pieces.Place pieces evenly into the prepared pan.
- ️⃣ Add the Toppings: In a bowl, combine:
- Brown sugar
- Melted butter
- Cinnamon
- Stir to form a sticky mixture and drizzle it over the dough pieces.
- Sprinkle candied bacon (fully cooked and crumbled) over the top.
- ️⃣ Bake: Bake for 20–25 minutes or until golden brown and bubbly on top.
- Let cool for 5–10 minutes, then carefully invert onto a serving plate.
- ️⃣ Add the Icing: Drizzle the included icing packet over the warm monkey bread.
- Serve immediately—this one is best enjoyed fresh and warm!
- 🔥 Tips for Success: Cook the bacon until very crispy so it doesn’t soften too much during baking.
- Grease the pan well—this monkey bread is sticky by nature!
- Use a serrated knife or fork to gently pull pieces apart if serving plated.
- 🍽 Serving Suggestions: This monkey bread is amazing with:
- ☕ Hot coffee or a maple latte
- 🍳 A savory egg bake or frittata on the side
- 🍓 Fresh fruit or berries to balance the richness
- 🥂 Mimosas for the perfect brunch vibe
- 🧊 Storage & Reheating: Fridge: Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days.
- Reheat: Warm in the microwave for 15–20 seconds or in the oven at 300°F for 5–7 minutes.
- Freeze: Not ideal due to icing and bacon, but unbaked dough can be frozen in a pinch.
- 💡 More Recipes You’ll Love: If you’re into gooey, sweet, pull-apart treats or crave-worthy breakfast bakes, don’t miss:
- Pumpkin : Delight Dessert – smooth and creamy fall layers
- Hot : Chocolate Cookie Cups – cozy, edible mugs
- Caramel : Apple Pie Cookies – sticky, spiced perfection
- Edible : Cookie Dough – scoopable and safe
- Chocolate : Chip Cookie Dough Brownie Bombs – chocolate lovers' dream
- 💬 Final Thoughts: This Candied Bacon Cinnamon Roll Monkey Bread is sweet, gooey, and completely irresistible. The cinnamon-spiced dough, brown sugar glaze, and crispy bacon work together like a dream. It’s perfect for weekend brunch, holiday mornings, or just treating yourself to something that feels a little extra.
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