Sticky, candy, and deliciously excessive in protein, this Monkey Bread recipe is a more healthy twist on the basic deal with. The key? Blended cottage cheese! It not solely provides a punch of protein however creates a smooth and moist texture that’s completely irresistible.
For me, there are just a few situations the place sticky fingers are a very good factor: After I’m consuming these Frozen Peanut Butter Protein S’mores, Sticky Sesame Garlic Ribs… AND this high-protein monkey bread! HEHE. It’s oh really easy to make and even simpler to devour, making it the proper addition to any brunch unfold or dessert desk.
Drizzle it with our cream cheese cottage cheese glaze, and pull aside every chewy piece. OMG it’s simply so dang good.
- Blended 2% cottage cheese: To mix the cottage cheese, merely add it to a blender or meals processor and mix till easy. This provides protein and moisture to the monkey bread. You’ll even be utilizing it within the glaze 😃
- Melted unsalted butter: This provides richness and taste to the bread whereas serving to the cinnamon sugar persist with the dough.
- Brown sugar: We used brown sugar as an alternative of white sugar for a deeper and richer taste.
- Cinnamon: A staple for any monkey bread recipe. It provides such a heat and comfy style!
- Cream cheese: Ensure you use softened cream cheese for the glaze.
- Maple syrup: What makes this monkey bread sticky and candy!
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We used a 4-quart air fryer for this recipe. Be certain that to verify the dimensions of your air fryer and alter the recipe accordingly if utilizing a bigger or smaller dimension.
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Greek yogurt can be utilized instead of the blended cottage cheese. It is going to change the feel barely, however it would nonetheless add the mandatory protein to this high-protein monkey bread recipe.
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For the air fryer, we advocate utilizing a spherical parchment paper insert. In case you shouldn’t have one, chances are you’ll have to layer two items of paper to make a bowl form.
Retailer leftover monkey bread in an hermetic container within the fridge for as much as 3 days. To reheat, place within the air fryer for a couple of minutes till warmed via, or use the microwave.
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Preheat the air fryer to 300℉.
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Place the yogurt, flour, baking powder, and sea salt in a big bowl. Utilizing a silicon or picket spoon, stir till mixed. Then, utilizing your arms, press collectively till a ball has shaped.
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Switch the dough to a floured work floor. Knead collectively till easy. It’s possible you’ll have to sprinkle extra flour excessive, so it isn’t tremendous sticky.
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Divide the dough into 4 equal items. Roll right into a log about 6 inches lengthy. Minimize every log into 5 items. Roll each bit right into a ball. Put aside.
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Place the brown sugar and cinnamon right into a small bowl and whisk to mix.
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Roll every pretzel ball within the melted butter, then switch to the cinnamon sugar. Put aside.
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Line the air fryer with parchment paper. We advocate utilizing a spherical parchment paper insert. In case you shouldn’t have one, chances are you’ll have to layer two items of paper to make a bowl form. Place all the balls into the insert. They are going to be touching.
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Air fry for 20 to 25 minutes. There shall be slightly little bit of liquid on the underside when they’re performed. It’s the brown sugar melting.
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Make the frosting: Whereas the monkey bread is cooking, add all of the components to a bowl and use an electrical mixer to combine the components collectively. Be certain the cream cheese is softened, or you’ll find yourself with lumpy frosting.
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Relaxation for 10 minutes earlier than serving with the frosting. You possibly can pour the frosting over the monkey bread or use it as a dip.
- Greek yogurt can be utilized instead of the blended cottage cheese. It is going to change the feel barely.
- We used a 4 qt. air fryer for this recipe.
Energy: 284 kcal, Carbohydrates: 42 g, Protein: 10 g, Fats: 8 g, Fiber: 1 g, Sugar: 17 g
Diet info is routinely calculated, so ought to solely be used as an approximation.
Images: pictures taken on this put up are by Erin from The Wood Skillet.