High Protein No Sugar Monkey Bread (Printable)
Cinnamon-spiced pull-apart bread made with almond flour, protein powder, and Greek yogurt for a healthier treat.
# What You’ll Need:
→ Dough Components
01 - 2 cups almond flour
02 - 1 cup vanilla whey protein powder
03 - 2 teaspoons baking powder
04 - 1/4 teaspoon salt
05 - 3/4 cup nonfat Greek yogurt
06 - 2 large eggs
07 - 2 tablespoons unsweetened almond milk
08 - 1 tablespoon melted coconut oil
09 - 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
→ Cinnamon Coating
10 - 1/4 cup melted butter or coconut oil
11 - 2 tablespoons granular erythritol or monkfruit sweetener
12 - 2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
→ Optional Glaze
13 - 1/3 cup plain Greek yogurt
14 - 1-2 tablespoons powdered erythritol
15 - 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
# How To Make It:
01 - Preheat oven to 350°F. Grease a bundt pan or deep round baking dish thoroughly with cooking spray or butter.
02 - Combine almond flour, protein powder, baking powder, and salt in a large bowl. Whisk to distribute evenly.
03 - Whisk Greek yogurt, eggs, almond milk, melted coconut oil, and vanilla extract in a separate bowl until completely smooth.
04 - Pour wet ingredients into dry ingredients. Stir with a spatula until a soft, cohesive dough forms.
05 - Combine erythritol sweetener and ground cinnamon in a small bowl. Mix thoroughly to blend.
06 - Pinch off approximately 1-inch pieces of dough and roll into balls. Dip each ball in melted butter or coconut oil, then coat completely in cinnamon mixture.
07 - Layer coated dough balls in prepared pan, distributing evenly and leaving slight space for expansion during baking.
08 - Bake for 25-30 minutes until golden brown on top and set in the center. A toothpick inserted should come out clean.
09 - Let the bread cool in the pan for 10 minutes to set before removing or glazing.
10 - Whisk together Greek yogurt, powdered erythritol, and vanilla extract until smooth. Drizzle over warm bread just before serving.
# Expert Advice:
01 -
- You get all the warm, cozy comfort of traditional monkey bread without the sugar crash that usually follows
- The texture is surprisingly light and fluffy despite being packed with protein to keep you satisfied
02 -
- The dough will be stickier than traditional monkey bread dough, so keep your hands lightly oiled when rolling
- Don't skip the cooling time in the pan or the bread may fall apart when you try to flip it out
03 -
- Use a cookie scoop to get uniform dough balls for even baking
- Warm your glaze ingredients slightly if they're cold from the fridge for easier drizzling