Caramel-Pecan Monkey Bread Recipe: How to Make It

Ingredients

• 1 package (1/4 ounce) active dry yeast
• 1/4 cup warm water (110° to 115°)
• 5 tablespoons plus 1/2 cup butter, divided
• 1-1/4 cups warm 2% milk (110° to 115°)
• 2 large eggs, room temperature
• 1-1/4 cups sugar, divided
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 5 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
• CARAMEL:
• 2/3 cup packed brown sugar
• 1/4 cup butter, cubed
• 1/4 cup heavy whipping cream
• 3/4 cup chopped pecans, divided
• OPTIONAL GLAZE:
• 4 ounces cream cheese, softened
• 1/4 cup butter, softened
• 1-1/2 cups confectioners' sugar
• 3 to 5 tablespoons 2% milk