As if simple dinners weren’t enough of a reason to keep your crockpot ready to go on your counter at all times, did you know you can make a delicious pastry too? In fact, one of the easiest and most mouthwatering treats of all time is slow cooker monkey bread recipe.

Your crockpot is an essential part of a busy kitchen. Nothing makes cooking easier or more hands-free. It’s practically synonymous with great dinners made simple. This slow cooker monkey bread recipe is perfect as a crockpot dessert or even a crockpot breakfast. Plus, it is an easy recipe you can make with children, too!

This slow cooker monkey bread recipe is perfect for fun breakfasts, brunch get-togethers, and a tasty dessert treat. Making monkey bread in your crockpot cuts down on your time in the kitchen, leaving you free to spend quality time with loved ones, get a little extra work done, or throw something together for a last-minute gathering.

You will probably even find that making monkey bread in your crockpot is tastier than baking it in your oven. It turns out softer and chewier than the baked version, which tends to crisp on the outside and can even burn if you aren’t keeping a careful watch.

In the crockpot, the monkey bread bakes evenly and carmelizes just a bit on top without sacrificing any delicious chewy texture. In the spirit of keeping it simple, this recipe is one of the easiest.  

All you really need is a jar or can of sweet dark cherries and a couple of tubes of ready-to-bake cinnamon rolls. 

Slow Cooker Monkey Bread Recipe

The list of ingredients needed to make a slow cooker monkey bread recipe is very short. But that doesn’t mean the recipe isn’t worth trying. In fact, this recipe might be the easiest but also the best recipe you add to your virtual Rolodex of crockpot recipes.

All you need is a tube of ready-to-cook cinnamon rolls. We use Pilsbury, but you can use whatever brand is your favorite. The last thing you need is a can of sweet, dark cherries. That’s it. It is really that simple.

Monkey Bread Directions

Open each can of cinnamon rolls. Set the icing packets aside.

Cut each individual roll into 4 pieces.

Cover the inside of your Crockpot with parchment paper and spray nonstick cooking spray.

Place the dough pieces on the bottom of the crockpot to create a layer.

Pour the dark, sweet cherries into a small bowl and gently mash with a potato masher to create small pieces of cherries.

Pour or spoon 1/2 of the cherry mixture onto the first layer of cinnamon roll pieces.

Layer the remaining dough pieces on top of the first layer and cherries.

Spoon or pour the remaining cherry mixture on the dough.

Cover the Crockpot and cook on high for about 2 hours. Check the monkey break at the one-hour point and then again over each of the next 30 minutes to make sure it doesn’t overcook. 

When your monkey bread is done, the edges will start to brown, and the dough will rise. 

When done turn off the Crockpot and let it cool for about 5 minutes.

Carefully remove the monkey bread from the parchment paper and place it on a platter or serving tray.

Drizzle the icing packets over the top of the monkey bread.

Enjoy!

More Slow Cooker Recipes

Slow Cooker Chicken and Rice | Chicken and rice would be a great dinner to enjoy before serving up some monkey bread as a dessert.

Slow Cooker Beef Roast with Potatoes and Carrots | Don’t want chicken? Beef and potatoes is another classic dish that works really well as dinner.

Crockpot Apple Crisp with Cake Mix Recipe | Apple crisp is a bit lighter than monkey bread but still an amazing breakfast or dessert. You decide.

How to Make Crockpot Meatballs | Crockpot meatballs are so easy to make and filled with flavor in each bite.

Slow Cooker Breakfast Casserole Recipes | Monkey bread can be used as a breakfast food but you can also make an entire breakfast casserole and save the monkey bread for dessert.