New York State Maple Bourbon Monkey Bread
New York State Maple Bourbon Monkey Bread
This sweet and savory monkey bread is a twist on the classic recipe, incorporating pure New York State maple syrup and bourbon. It's a perfect dessert or brunch option for special occasions.
š Ingredients
- 1 tsp Active Dry Yeast
- 1 1/2 cups Warm Water
- 2 cups Granulated Sugar
- 3 1/2 cups Bread Flour
- 1 tsp Salt
- 1/4 cup Unsalted Butter, melted
- 2 tbsp Pure New York State Maple Syrup
- 1 tbsp Bourbon
- 2 cups Cinnamon Sugar
- 1 package Puff Pastry, thawed
- 2 eggs Large Eggs
šØāš³ Instructions
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Step 1: In a large mixing bowl, combine yeast and warm water. Let sit for 5-7 minutes until yeast is activated.
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Step 2: Add sugar, flour, and salt to the bowl. Mix until a shaggy dough forms.
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Step 3: Add melted butter, maple syrup, and bourbon to the dough. Mix until combined.
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Step 4: Turn the dough out onto a floured surface and knead for 10-12 minutes until smooth and elastic.
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Step 5: Place the dough in a greased bowl, cover with plastic wrap, and let rise in a warm place for 1 hour.
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Step 6: Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
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Step 7: Roll out puff pastry on a floured surface to a thickness of 1/4 inch.
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Step 8: Cut the pastry into 1-inch squares.
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Step 9: Place a spoonful of the dough onto the center of each pastry square.
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Step 10: Fold the pastry over the dough to form a triangle and press edges to seal.
š” Pro Tips
To ensure the dough rises properly, make sure the yeast is activated and the water is at the right temperature. To avoid a soggy pastry, make sure to not overfill the pastry squares with dough. Store leftover monkey bread in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days.