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Blueberry Monkey Bread

Irresistibly Gooey Blueberry Monkey Bread You’ll Love

This Blueberry Monkey Bread is a delightful breakfast treat with fluffy bites, blueberry filling, and a rich cream cheese glaze.
Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 35 minutes
Rising Time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 55 minutes
Servings: 8 pieces
Course: Breakfast
Cuisine: American
Calories: 320

Ingredients
  

For the Dough
  • 1 cup Whole Milk Aids in activating yeast; enhances dough richness.
  • 1/4 cup Water Used to activate yeast.
  • 2 tablespoons Granulated Sugar Feeds the yeast.
  • 2 1/4 teaspoons Active Dry Yeast Essential for leavening.
  • 3 cups All-Purpose Flour Provides structure for the dough.
  • 1 teaspoon Kosher Salt Enhances overall flavor.
  • 1/4 cup Butter (melted) Adds moisture and flavor.
For the Spiced Sugar Coating
  • 1/2 cup Brown Sugar Adds depth to sweetness.
  • 1 tablespoon Cinnamon Provides warmth and spice.
  • 1/2 teaspoon Ground Cardamom Adds a unique floral spice.
For the Blueberry Filling
  • 2 cups Fresh Blueberries Main ingredient for the filling.
  • 1 tablespoon Cornstarch Helps thicken the blueberry filling.
  • 1 tablespoon Lemon Juice Balances sweetness with acidity.
For the Cream Cheese Glaze
  • 4 oz Cream Cheese Forms the base for the glaze.
  • 1 cup Powdered Sugar For sweetness in the glaze.
  • 1 splash Milk To adjust the consistency of the glaze.

Equipment

  • Mixing Bowl
  • saucepan
  • bundt pan
  • Whisk
  • Measuring cups
  • Measuring spoons

Method
 

Preparation Steps
  1. In a bowl, combine whole milk, warm water, and granulated sugar. Sprinkle active dry yeast and let it sit until frothy.
  2. In a mixing bowl, whisk together all-purpose flour and kosher salt. Gradually add yeast mixture and melted butter, then knead until smooth.
  3. Transfer the dough to a greased bowl, cover, and let rise in a warm place until doubled in size.
  4. In a saucepan, combine blueberries, cornstarch, and lemon juice. Cook until thickened and bubbly.
  5. Punch down the dough, divide into small pieces, roll into balls, and coat with spiced sugar mixture.
  6. Layer the coated dough balls and blueberry filling in a greased Bundt pan. Let rise again.
  7. Preheat oven and bake the monkey bread until golden brown and toothpick comes out clean.
  8. Prepare the glaze by mixing cream cheese, powdered sugar, and milk until smooth.
  9. Invert the monkey bread onto a plate, drizzle with glaze, and serve warm.

Nutrition

Serving: 1pieceCalories: 320kcalCarbohydrates: 50gProtein: 4gFat: 14gSaturated Fat: 8gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 250mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 2gSugar: 20gVitamin A: 200IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 60mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Ensure yeast is fresh and correctly activated for best results. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days.

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