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    Crockpot Cinnamon Roll Monkey Bread Recipe {Video}

    Published: May 18, 2020 ยท Updated: Sep 27, 2023 by Tammilee ยท This post may contain affiliate links

    Easy Crockpot Cinnamon Roll Monkey Bread is a slow cooker dessert recipe thatโ€™s crazy easy to make and always tastes amazing.

    Crockpot Cinnamon Roll Monkey Bread in the crockpot with icing on it.

    Crockpot Cinnamon Roll Monkey Bread Recipe

    Contents show
    Crockpot Cinnamon Roll Monkey Bread Recipe
    Preparation and Storage
    Recipe Variations
    Tips for the Best Crockpot Cinnamon Roll Monkey Bread
    When to Serve
    What to Serve With Crockpot Cinnamon Roll Monkey Bread
    Great Crockpot Desserts
    Crockpot Cinnamon Roll Monkey Bread
    Ingredients
    Instructions
    Kitchen Tools
    Nutrition

    One of the first slow cookerย recipesย we ever made was ourย classicย Crockpotย Monkey Breadย which went viral. I was craving monkey bread this week and realized we didn't have any refrigerator biscuits but we did have refrigeratorย cinnamon rolls.

    I decided to throw caution to the wind and make slow cookerย cinnamon roll monkey bread. I figured if it didn't work out it wasn't that big of a deal the house would still smell amazing while it cooked. With all the crazy happening in the world, I have decided if I go into things with a low expectation then I am filled with great joy when they work out. LOL!

    Thankfully this Pillsburyย cinnamon roll monkey breadย turned out delicious and we face planted in it.

    Crockpot Cinnamon Roll Monkey Bread ingredients on a cutting board

    Cinnamon Roll Monkey Bread Ingredients

    This is a quick overview of the simple ingredients that you'll need to make Slow Cooker Cinnamon Roll Monkey Bread! Specific measurements and step-by-step instructions are included in the printable recipe card at the bottom of the post.

    • Refrigerated Cinnamon Rolls
    • Unsalted Butter
    • Sugar
    • Light Brown Sugar
    • Cinnamon

    Equipment Needed

    • Crock Pot
    • Large Mixing Bowlย 
    • Non-Stick Cooking Spray

    cut up refrigerated cinnamon rolls on a cutting board next to a purple bowl

    How to Make Crockpot Cinnamon Roll Monkey Bread

    I've included complete instructions in the printable recipe card at the bottom of the post, but here's a quick version.

    1. Spray your Crockpot with non-stick cooking spray.
    2. Cut the refrigerator cinnamon rollsย 
    3. Combine the white sugar, brown sugar, and ground cinnamon into a bowl.
    4. Place the cinnamon roll pieces in a large bowl, then pour the melted butter over each and toss until fully coated.
    5. Pour the cinnamon and sugar mix over the cinnamon roll pieces and toss to combine.
    6. Pour the cinnamon roll pieces into your sprayed-down slow cooker.
    7. Cover and cook
    8. Drizzle with icing

    cinnamon roll pieces in a purple bowl next to melted butter in a measuring cup

    Preparation and Storage

    Make Ahead: You can make this monkey bread recipe ahead of time by cutting the unbaked cinnamon roll dough into quarters and refrigerating the pieces overnight in an airtight container.

    We prep cinnamon-sugar mixture ahead of time and store it with our spices so we can add it to all the things.

    Storage: Got leftovers? Store them in an airtight container and enjoy them within three days.

    Freezing/How to Freeze: Freeze leftover cinnamon roll monkey bread for up to three months!

    How to Reheat: For the best texture, thaw leftovers overnight in the refrigerator or on your countertop for a few hours until no longer frozen. According to this guide by Bake It With Love, they also reheat in the microwave, oven, air fryer, skillet, or toaster oven.

    Crockpot Cinnamon Roll Monkey Bread in the crockpot before being cooked

    Recipe Variations

    Substitutions: While we make this recipe with Pillsbury Grands cinnamon rolls, any brand works! We cut the refrigerated cinnamon rolls into quarters. You can easily cut them in half or even cut them into eighths.

    This would taste great with caramel sauce poured over it. Cream Cheese Icing also tastes fantastic.

    You can adapt this recipe to be made in a muffin tin (Maple Monkey Bread Bites), Bundt Pan (We made a savory Pizza Monkey Bread), or loaf pan pull-apart bread.

    Change it up and use pumpkin pie spice for a fun Fall dessert idea.

    Vegetarian + Vegan Option: While cinnamon roll dough is vegetarian, vegans must opt for a plant-based alternative, as most brands, including Pillsbury, contain milk-derived whey protein.

    Gluten-Free: Pillsbury has gluten-free cinnamon roll dough for those looking to avoid gluten.

    Smaller Serving Size: Since you donโ€™t have to worry about using the entire tube of premade dough, just use what you need and refrigerate or freeze the rest, depending on how soon youโ€™ll use it.

    Larger Group/More Servings: We use one package of refrigerator cinnamon roll dough, so use another tube to double this recipe for a larger group.

    Sugar-Free: Pillsbury has a Splenda-sweetened sugar-free cinnamon roll dough if you prefer a sugar-free version. When prepared as-is, this recipe contains 13 grams of sugar.

    monkey bread in a black slow cooker bowl after cooking

    Tips for the Best Crockpot Cinnamon Roll Monkey Bread

    • When you mix the cinnamon roll pieces with the cinnamon sugar, use a medium bowl or large bowl to hold all the pieces when you stir them.
    • Make sure to spray your slow cooker with non-stick cooking spray to make removing and serving the monkey bread much easier.
    • If your Crockpot has a hot spot, you will want to ensure the cinnamon roll pieces do not stack up in this area. I have a hot spot on the side of my slow cooker, so I try to push the cinnamon roll pieces away from it about halfway through cooking.
    • When the cinnamon roll monkey bread cools, it can get tough. You will want to serve this straight from the slow cooker or prepare to eat it before it cools down to room temperature.
    • Itโ€™ll be hot when freshly cooked! Give it a few minutes to cool down once you turn the slow cooker to warm and remove the lid. You don't want to burn your tongue and be unable to taste the yummy goodness.
    • We pour the icing over the top while the cinnamon roll monkey bread is still in the crockpot. That way, the heat helps disperse the icing all over the place. Hello yum!

    icing pouring over cinnamon roll monkey bread in the slow cooker

    When to Serve

    • Christmas morning breakfast
    • Weekend brunch
    • Movie night
    • Easy breakfast treat

    What to Serve With Crockpot Cinnamon Roll Monkey Bread

    This shortcut monkey bread recipe is a fabulous breakfast or brunch treat! Here are some menu planning ideas for building your daytime feast.

    Sides: Sausage Breakfast Biscuit Cups, Tater Tot Breakfast Casserole, Bacon Gravy, Air Fryer Bacon, Air Fryer Sausage Links, Crockpot Cheesy Hashbrowns

    Main Dishes: Eggs in a Basket, Crockpot Breakfast Casserole, Ham and Cheese Crescent Roll Breakfast Casserole, Caprese Eggs Benedict, Crock Pot Ham & Cheese Grits, Pulled Pork Breakfast Hash, Crock Pot Greek Frittata

    Desserts: Lemon Dutch Baby, Crock Pot Apple & Raisin French Toast, Ooey-gooey butter cakeย 

    Drinks:ย Coffee Coolatta, Crockpot Caramel Latte, Crock Pot Mexican Hot Chocolate, Hot Chocolate

    cinnamon roll monkey bread in the crock pot covered in icing

    Great Crockpot Desserts

    Sugared Walnuts

    Lemon Blueberry Dump Cake

    7 Layer Bars

    Chocolate Covered Marshmallows

    Candied Pecans

    Cracker Barrel Fried Applesย 

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    Crockpot Cinnamon Roll Monkey Bread in black slow cooker bowl

    Crockpot Cinnamon Roll Monkey Bread

    How to make delicious easy Crockpot Cinnamon Roll Monkey Bread. This slow cooker dessert tastes amazing.
    3.64 from 22 votes
    Print Rate
    Prep Time: 10 minutes minutes
    Cook Time: 2 hours hours
    Total Time: 2 hours hours 10 minutes minutes
    Servings: 8
    Calories: 154kcal
    Author: Tammilee Tips

    Ingredients

    • 2 cans Refrigerator Cinnamon Rolls
    • ยผ cup White Sugar
    • 1 Teaspoon Ground Cinnamon
    • ยผ cup Brown Sugar
    • ยฝ cup Butter melted

    Instructions

    • Spray Crockpot with non-stick spray
    • Cut refrigerator cinnamon rolls info quarters
    • Combine Sugar, Brown Sugar, and Cinnamon in a bowl
    • Place cinnamon roll pieces in a large bowl, pour melted butter over cinnamon roll pieces and toss to cover all pieces
    • Pour cinnamon and sugar mix over cinnamon rolls pices and toss to combine
    • Pour cinnamon roll pieces into sprayed slow cooker
    • Cover and cook on low for 2 hours

    Kitchen Tools

    • Slow cooker

    Nutrition

    Nutrition Facts
    Crockpot Cinnamon Roll Monkey Bread
    Amount Per Serving
    Calories 154 Calories from Fat 108
    % Daily Value*
    Fat 12g18%
    Saturated Fat 7g44%
    Cholesterol 31mg10%
    Sodium 105mg5%
    Potassium 9mg0%
    Carbohydrates 13g4%
    Fiber 1g4%
    Sugar 13g14%
    Protein 1g2%
    Vitamin A 355IU7%
    Calcium 12mg1%
    Iron 1mg6%
    * Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.
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    Comments

    1. BHuggins

      January 15, 2023 at 9:04 am

      5 stars
      This turned out great. I used Pilsbury Grand Cinnamon rolls as it was my only choice but I just cut the pieces up a bit smaller. I prepared mine the night before, put crockpot insert in the fridge and pulled out the next morning to cook. It cooked for 2hrs and was perfectly done. My only error was leaving it on past 2hrs which resulted in the bottom being a little over done, and I poured the cream cheese icing on while the crockpot was still on so all the icing basically melted away. Those are my errors though, no issue with recipe. Thanks for sharing!

      Reply
    2. Nancy E All

      June 17, 2022 at 8:25 am

      5 stars
      This was so easy. I used salted butter because that's what I had. The hardest part was cutting up the rolls. Grandson approved so I will make again. Served with a glass of milk.

      Reply
    3. Chris

      July 28, 2021 at 5:25 pm

      Do you use salted or unsalted butter in this recipe? Thanks!

      Reply
      • Tammilee

        August 01, 2021 at 5:06 pm

        Hi, I use unsalted butter

        Reply
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