High Protein No Sugar Monkey Bread (Printable)

Fluffy cinnamon coated dough balls made with almond flour and protein powder for a protein-rich, sugar-free twist on the classic pull-apart treat.

# What You’ll Need:

→ Dough

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:

01 - Preheat oven to 350°F. Generously grease a bundt pan or deep round baking dish with butter or coconut oil to prevent sticking.
02 - In a large mixing bowl, combine almond flour, vanilla whey protein powder, baking powder, and salt. Whisk thoroughly to eliminate any lumps and ensure even distribution.
03 - In a separate bowl, whisk together nonfat Greek yogurt, eggs, unsweetened almond milk, melted coconut oil, and vanilla extract until completely smooth and homogeneous.
04 - Pour the wet mixture into the dry ingredients. Stir with a spatula or wooden spoon until a soft, cohesive dough forms. The dough will be slightly sticky but manageable.
05 - In a small bowl, mix granular erythritol or monkfruit sweetener with ground cinnamon until well combined. Set aside.
06 - Pinch off approximately 1-inch pieces of dough and roll between your palms to form smooth balls. Dip each ball into the melted butter or coconut oil, allowing excess to drip off, then roll in the cinnamon-sweetener mixture until evenly coated.
07 - Arrange the coated dough balls in the prepared bundt pan or baking dish, creating even layers. Leave some space between pieces to allow 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 - Allow the monkey bread to cool in the pan for 10 minutes. This helps set the structure and makes removal easier.
10 - While bread cools, whisk together plain Greek yogurt, powdered erythritol, and vanilla extract until smooth and creamy. Drizzle over the warm monkey bread just before serving.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • You get all the warm cinnamon pull apart goodness without the afternoon energy crash
  • Each serving packs 18 grams of protein so you can have it for breakfast without guilt
  • The dough comes together in minutes and bakes into something that looks fancy but is surprisingly simple
02 -
  • The dough will feel softer than traditional dough but this is normal and results in tender bites
  • Let it cool the full 10 minutes or pieces will fall apart when you try to remove them
  • The glaze is optional but I highly recommend it for that authentic monkey bread experience
03 -
  • Roll the dough balls quickly and with slightly wet hands to prevent sticking
  • Warm your melted coating slightly if it starts to thicken while you work

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