Mess for Less

  • Crafts
    • Art
    • Winter Activities
    • Spring Activities
    • Summer Activities
    • Fall Recipes and Activities
  • Kids Activities
    • Baby and Toddler Activities
    • Preschool Activities
    • Sensory Activities
    • Fine Motor Skills Activities
    • Learning Activities
      • Science Activities
  • Family
    • Pets
    • Parenting
  • Shop
  • Breakfast Recipes
  • Lunch Recipes
  • Dinner Recipes
  • Dessert Recipes
  • Snack Recipes
  • Appetizers
  • Crock Pot Recipes
  • Cooking with Kids
menu icon
go to homepage
  • Recipes
  • Summer Activities
  • Kids
  • Shop
  • Subscribe
  • search icon
    Homepage link
    • Recipes
    • Summer Activities
    • Kids
    • Shop
    • Subscribe
  • ×
    Home » Breakfast Recipes

    Modified: Oct 24, 2022 · Published: May 22, 2019 by Vicky · This post may contain affiliate links · 4 Comments

    Unicorn Monkey Bread Recipe

    286 shares
    • 23
    Jump to Recipe Jump to Video

    My kids are into unicorn everything! We have made more unicorn crafts than I can count, and I thought that it was time to try our hand at a unicorn treat. You're going to love Unicorn Monkey Bread Recipe, one of my favorite easy desserts!

    You're probably familiar with monkey bread, the doughy, sugary treat that is oh-so-good. It's easy and fun to add a unicorn twist to monkey bread. You can serve this at a unicorn birthday party or on a play date full of unicorn lovers.

    Unicorn Monkey Bread Recipe -perfect for the unicorn lover in your life. Monkey bread is even more fun when it is decorated in a fun unicorn style. #unicorn #monkeybread #monkeybreadrecipe

    Jump to:
    • Unicorn Monkey Bread Recipe
    • Ingredients
    • How to make this monkey bread recipe
    • 📖 Recipe
    • Frequently asked questions
    • Related posts

    Unicorn Monkey Bread Recipe

    Unicorn monkey bread is super fun to make and eat. Whether you are a unicorn lover or just someone who enjoys easy bread recipes, this Unicorn Monkey Bread Recipe is for you! Mixing classic monkey bread goodness with the colorful charm of unicorns creates a magical dessert.

    You don't need a special occasion to make this colorful monkey bread. It is so simple to make that you can make it anytime you want to add a little sparkle to your day! Don't you just love easy desserts? Be sure to also give Bundt Coffee Cake Recipe a try. Super easy and SO good!

    Unicorn Monkey Bread Recipe

    Ingredients

    • 2 cans of biscuit dough
    • unsalted sweet cream butter
    • sugar
    • cinnamon
    • vanilla extract
    • funfetti sprinkles
    • cream cheese
    • milk
    • powdered sugar
    • vanilla

    How to make this monkey bread recipe

    To make this delicious unicorn monkey bread recipe, start by preheating the oven to 350 degrees. Then, spray your bundt pan with a good amount of cooking spray, and set aside.

    Open the tube of biscuits and lay each biscuit out onto a cutting board.

    biscuit dough

    Cut each biscuit into quarters.

    cut up biscuit dough

    Place the biscuit quarters into a large bowl and add one cup of the sprinkles onto the biscuits. Toss the biscuits with the sprinkles until they are evenly coated.

    biscuit dough with sprinkles

    Roll each of the small pieces of dough with the sprinkles until you have a bunch of sprinkle balls. These are my favorite sprinkles that are pastel colored.

    dough in a bundt pan

    Melt the butter in a small sauce pan. Add sugar and vanilla extract to the melted butter.

    Place one layer of the dough balls into the greased tube pan, then pour one-third of the melted butter mixture over it.

    making monkey bread

    Add another layer of dough balls and butter mixture and repeat this process until you have used them all. Bake the unicorn monkey bread for 30 to 35 minutes or until it turns golden brown on top.

    If you are finding that the bread is browning too quickly, feel free to cover it with foil. Just make sure that the sugar granules melt completely.

    While the monkey bread is baking, you can prepare the cream cheese glaze. Using a stand mixer, beat the cream cheese and powdered sugar until smooth, light and fluffy. Mix in the milk and vanilla until combined and the frosting is smooth.

    Scoop cream cheese into a piping bag with a round tip and set aside.

    Remove monkey bread from the oven and allow it to cool for 10 minutes before flipping it over onto a serving dish or serving platter. It should drop right out.

    Unicorn Monkey Bread Recipe

    Pipe the cream cheese frosting onto the top of the monkey bread and decorate with the remaining sprinkles.

    Unicorn Monkey Bread Recipe

    If you are looking for another great way to use your bundt pan, check out Chocolate Espresso Bundt Cake.

    Unicorn Monkey bread recipe

    📖 Recipe

    Unicorn Monkey Bread Recipe

    Vicky
    Unicorn Monkey Bread Recipe -perfect for the unicorn lover in your life. Monkey bread is even more fun when it is decorated in a fun unicorn style. 
    5 from 9 votes
    Print Recipe Pin Recipe
    Prep Time 30 minutes mins
    Cook Time 35 minutes mins
    Total Time 1 hour hr 5 minutes mins
    Course Breakfast
    Cuisine American
    Servings 12
    Calories 525 kcal

    Video

    Ingredients
      

    • 2 16 oz cans of homestyle biscuits
    • ¾ C unsalted sweet cream butter
    • 1 ¼ C sugar
    • 1 tbsp. cinnamon
    • ¼ tsp. vanilla extract
    • 1 Cup bright colorful funfetti sprinkles for rolling
    • 1 Cup bright colorful funfetti sprinkles for decorating

    For frosting

    • 6 oz cream cheese softened
    • 4 tbsp. milk plus extra if needed
    • ½ C powdered sugar
    • ½ teaspoon pure vanilla extract

    Instructions
     

    • Preheat oven to 350 degrees.
    • Spray your bundt pan with cooking spray and set aside.
    • Open the biscuits and lay each roll out onto a cutting board.
    • Cut each biscuit into quarters.
    • Place the biscuits into a large bowl and sprinkle 1 cup of the sprinkles onto the biscuits.
    • Toss the biscuits with the sprinkles.
    • Roll each biscuit quarter into a ball.
    • Using a small sauce pan, melt the butter.
    • Add in granulated sugar and vanilla extract.
    • Place one layer of dough balls into Bundt pan, then pour one-third of the melted butter mixture over.
    • Repeat this process until you have used all the dough and butter mixture.
    • Bake for 30 to 35 minutes or until golden brown on top.
    • Cover with foil if the top browns too quickly. (You want to make sure the sugar granules melt completely).
    • While monkey bread is baking, make the cream cheese glaze.
    • Using a standing mixer, beat the cream cheese and powdered sugar until smooth, light and fluffy.
    • Mix in the milk and vanilla until combined and smooth.
    • Scoop cream cheese into the piping bag and set aside.
    • Remove monkey bread from oven and allow to cool for 10 minutes before flipping over onto a serving tray.
    • Pipe the cream cheese onto the monkey bread and sprinkle the remaining sprinkles all over.

    Notes

    You can store any leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days. You can reheat this for a 15 seconds in the microwave before eating.

    Nutrition

    Calories: 525kcalCarbohydrates: 73gProtein: 3gFat: 24gSaturated Fat: 12gCholesterol: 47mgSodium: 450mgPotassium: 130mgFiber: 1gSugar: 52gVitamin A: 555IUCalcium: 56mgIron: 1.6mg
    Keyword monkey bread
    Tried this recipe?Let us know how it was!

    This nutritional information is approximate and was calculated using online calculators. Your nutrition facts may vary depending on numerous factors. 

    unicorn monkey bread recipe

    Frequently asked questions

    How do you store monkey bread?

    You can store any leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days. You can reheat this for a 15 seconds in the microwave before eating.

    When do I serve this monkey bread recipe?

    You can serve this for a decadent breakfast or brunch. You can even enjoy it as a snack.

    Related posts

    • 22 Ways to Make Monkey Bread
    • Monkey Bread Recipe - Food Fun Friday
    • How to Make a Unicorn Gift Bag
    • Printable Unicorn Craft for Kids
    • Monkey Bread French Toast

     

    More Breakfast Recipes

    • Raspberry French Toast Casserole with Cream Cheese
      Raspberry French Toast Casserole With Cream Cheese
    • Slow Cooker Breakfast Recipes
      Slow Cooker Breakfast Recipes - Crock Pot Breakfasts
    • 20 Make Ahead Breakfast Recipes
    • Crescent Roll Breakfast Ideas
      Crescent Roll Breakfast Ideas

    Comments

      5 from 9 votes (1 rating without comment)

      Leave a Reply Cancel reply

      Your email address will not be published. Required fields are marked *

      Recipe Rating




    1. Natalie says

      May 22, 2019 at 10:21 am

      5 stars
      This is such a great idea. Look really delicious. I'm such a fan of monkey bread. Never tried this version. Now I can't wait to start making this recipe!

      Reply
    2. Lisa says

      May 22, 2019 at 10:09 am

      5 stars
      This looks so fun to make and eat! I know this is something my niece would love to have for here birthday! I can't wait now! 🙂

      Reply
    3. Julie Menghini says

      May 22, 2019 at 9:52 am

      5 stars
      It's so fun! This is perfect for a party or a girls day.

      Reply
    4. Beth says

      May 22, 2019 at 9:45 am

      5 stars
      My Unicorn obsessed daughter will be so excited about this recipe!! I love that she can help me make this too!

      Reply
    Vicky from Mess for Less

    I'm Vicky, the founder of Mess For Less, which I started in 2011 to share easy, family-friendly recipes. With over a decade of experience as a home chef and recipe developer, I love creating meals that bring people together. I also design play and learning activities for kids, using my background as a former teacher with a Master’s degree in education. Learn more about me.

    Summer

    • Summer Art Activities for Kids
    • Free Printable Summer Placemats
    • Best Outdoor Toys for Summer
      The 20 Best Outdoor Toys for Summer
    • summer activities for kids
      Summer Activities for Kids

    Footer

    ↑ back to top

    About

    • Privacy Policy and Disclosure
    • Recipe and Safety Disclaimers
    • About Me
    • Accessibility Policy

    Newsletter

    • Sign Up! for our newsletter

    Contact

    • Contact
    • Advertise

    As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases.

    Copyright © 2025 MessForLess

    Rate This Recipe

    Your vote:




    A rating is required
    A name is required
    An email is required

    Recipe Ratings without Comment

    Something went wrong. Please try again.