Remember that feeling of pulling apart warm, gooey pieces of monkey bread, savoring the sweet cinnamon sugar in every bite? This gluten free monkey bread is perfect for a weekend brunch, a special occasion dessert, or just a fun baking activity with friends and family. It is soft, fluffy, buttery, and sweet!

Gluten free monkey bread.

Please note: the gluten free bread flour in this recipe contains wheat. The gluten has been removed, but it does contain wheat. If you are wheat free, please choose another recipe.

Why You’ll Love This Recipe

  • This gluten free monkey bread is soft and fluffy!
  • It tastes exactly like the classic recipe.
  • Great for the whole family! You will also love this Gluten Free French Toast.
  • The buttery sauce and soft dough create an irresistible texture that is perfect for satisfying your sweet tooth.
  • The cinnamon sugar flavor is delicious.
  • This monkey bread is great for breakfast, brunch, and dessert. Check out these Gluten Free Breakfast Ideas for more great recipes.
  • This recipe is gluten free!
  • Check out these Gluten Free Cinnamon Rolls for another delicious breakfast recipe!

Ingredients & Substitutes

These are the main ingredients and substitutions for this gluten free monkey bread. Scroll down to the recipe card for full ingredients list and instructions.

This gluten free bread flour replicates the flavor and texture of traditional wheat flour. King Arthur gluten free bread flour is made with wheat so please be aware of that.

Granulated sugar adds sweetness.

Instant yeast helps the dough rise and become soft and fluffy.

Add in a little salt to balance out the sweetness.

Baking powder allows the dough to rise.

Use cream or whole milk.

Lukewarm water helps activate the yeast. It should be about 110 degrees Fahrenheit.

Eggs help bind the dough together.

Coat the pan with melted unsalted butter.

Roll the dough balls in melted butter then cinnamon sugar. This helps them become buttery and sweet!

To make the glaze, combined powdered sugar and milk. Any type of milk works.

Taste & Texture

This gluten free monkey bread has the classic experience you know and love!

The dough is soft and slightly chewy, while the cinnamon sugar coating adds a delightful sweetness and crunch.

The gooey butter sauce seeps between the dough balls, creating an irresistible flavor and texture combination.

How to Make

Step 1

First, make the dough. In the bowl of a stand mixer, add the gluten free bread flour, granualted sugar, instant yeast, salt, and baking powder. Stir together.

Gluten free bread flour in bowl.

Step 2

Then, add in the cream, lukewarm water, and eggs. Stir until a thick and sticky dough forms.

Sticky bread dough.

Step 3

Scrape down the sides of the bowl with a spatula and form the dough into a ball. Place a kitchen towel over the bowl. Let it rise for 1 hour until it has almost doubled in size.

Bowl of dough.
Risen dough in bowl.

Step 4

Preheat your oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit. Generously spray a Bundt pan with nonstick spray. Pour 2 tablespoons of melted butter into the bottom of the pan.

Step 5

In a shallow bowl, combine the sugar and cinnamon. Pour 4 tablespoons of melted butter in another shallow bowl.

Melted butter cinnamon sugar.

Step 6

Using your hands, roll the dough into 1 inch sized balls. Gently coat in a little melted butter, then roll in the cinnamon sugar.

Ball of dough in cinnamon sugar.

Step 7

Place inside the Bundt pan. Repeat for all of the dough. Pour the leftover melted butter over the top of everything.

Monkey dough balls.

Step 8

Bake for 45 minutes, or until the dough has puffed up.

Step 9

Finally, remove the pan from the oven. Allow the gluten free monkey bread to cool in the pan for 7 to 8 minutes.

Step 10

While cooling, combine the powdered sugar and milk in a bowl.  Stir until creamy.

Step 11

Finally, invert the gluten free monkey bread onto a serving plate. Immediately glaze and serve!

Glazed gluten free bread.

Expert Tips for Success

Follow these tips and tricks to make the best gluten free monkey bread.

I have only tested this recipe using gluten free bread flour. I do not recommend using regular gluten free flour.

Overmixing can lead to a tough monkey bread. Mix until the ingredients are just combined.

Allow the dough to rise for an hour. This will ensure your monkey bread is light and fluffy.

Generously coat the dough balls in cinnamon sugar.  This will give your monkey bread plenty of flavor.

Invert the pan about 7 to 8 minutes after baking. This will help prevent the monkey bread from sticking to the pan.

If the glaze is too thin, add slightly more powdered sugar. If the glaze is too thick, add slightly more milk.

Flavor Variations & Add-Ins

Here are some fun flavors for this gluten free monkey bread.

Add a pinch of nutmeg, ginger, or cardamom to the cinnamon sugar mixture for a warm and festive flavor. This is great during the holidays and Christmas!

Drizzle melted chocolate over the warm monkey bread for an extra decadent treat. You will also love these Chocolate Cinnamon Rolls!

Fold in chopped nuts, dried fruit, or fresh berries before baking.

Slice of monkey bread.

How to Serve & Store

Serve your gluten free monkey bread warm for the gooiest experience.

It is perfect for breakfast, brunch, dessert, or a decadent snack.

Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days.

THis homemade monkey bread is best enjoyed fresh.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Can I make this recipe vegan? 

I do not suggest making this recipe without the eggs. For dairy free, use dairy free butter and dairy free milk.

Can I use a different type of flour?

I have not tried using regular gluten free flour in this recipe. Typically, it does not work well for yeasted bread recipes.

How can I reheat leftover monkey bread?

Warm leftover monkey bread gently in the microwave or oven until heated through.

Can I use regular frosting?

Sure!

Pieces of monkey bread.

Equipment Needed

10 Inch Bundt Pan: This is my favorite Bundt pan. It is technically nonstick, but I still prefer to spray the pan. It allows for very easy removal and does not stick.

Cake Stand: This cake stand is great for displaying and storing the gluten free monkey bread. It shows off the bread beautifully!

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Gluten free monkey bread.
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Prep Time: 20 minutes
Cook Time: 45 minutes
Rising Time: 1 hour
Total Time: 2 hours 5 minutes

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This homemade gluten free monkey bread is soft, fluffy, gooey, and sweet! It is such a fun idea for brunch, breakfast, or even dessert. Everyone loves this nostalgic and classic treat!
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Ingredients

10 servings

Monkey Bread

  • 4 cups gluten free bread flour, see note
  • ¼ cup granulated sugar
  • 1 packet instant yeast
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 1 tsp baking powder
  • 1 cup cream, or whole milk
  • 1 cup lukewarm water
  • 2 eggs
  • 2 tbsp melted butter, to coat the pan

Cinnamon Sugar

  • ½ cup sugar
  • 1 tbsp cinnamon
  • 4 tbsp melted butter

Glaze

  • 1 cup powdered sugar
  • 1 tbsp milk

Instructions 

  • First, make the dough. In the bowl of a stand mixer, add the gluten free bread flour, granualted sugar, instant yeast, salt, and baking powder. Stir together.
  • Then, add in the cream, lukewarm water, and eggs. Stir until a thick and sticky dough forms.
  • Scrape down the sides of the bowl with a spatula and form the dough into a ball. Place a kitchen towel over the bowl. Let it rise for 1 hour until it has almost doubled in size.
  • Preheat your oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit. Generously spray a Bundt pan with nonstick spray. Pour 2 tablespoons of melted butter into the bottom of the pan.
  • In a shallow bowl, combine the sugar and cinnamon. Pour 4 tablespoons of melted butter in another shallow bowl.
  • Using your hands, roll the dough into 1 inch sized balls. Gently coat in a little melted butter, then roll in the cinnamon sugar.
  • Place inside the Bundt pan. Repeat for all of the dough. Pour the leftover melted butter over the top of everything.
  • Bake for 45 minutes, or until the dough has puffed up.
  • Finally, remove the pan from the oven. Allow the gluten free monkey bread to cool in the pan for 7 to 8 minutes.
  • While cooling, combine the powdered sugar and milk in a bowl. Stir until creamy.
  • Finally, invert the monkey bread onto a serving plate. Immediately glaze and serve!

Notes

  • I use King Arthur gluten free bread flour in this recipe to replicate the exact texture of monkey bread..  However, please note that it includes wheat, but not gluten.
  • If you are wheat free, do NOT make this recipe or consume this flour.
  • The dough will grow, but may not double in size completely.
  • Use fresh yeast and not expired yeast.
  • The dough will be a little sticky.
  • Roll dough into 1 inch balls.
  • This recipe is done when the dough balls have puffed up.
  • Store any leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days, but please note that this recipe is best eaten the same day.
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Calories: 427kcal, Carbohydrates: 67g, Protein: 4g, Fat: 17g, Saturated Fat: 10g, Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g, Monounsaturated Fat: 4g, Trans Fat: 0.3g, Cholesterol: 78mg, Sodium: 349mg, Potassium: 43mg, Fiber: 1g, Sugar: 28g, Vitamin A: 612IU, Vitamin C: 0.2mg, Calcium: 56mg, Iron: 0.3mg
Author: Addison LaBonte
Course: Breakfast, Dessert

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