In her eponymous Netflix sitcom, Leanne Morgan reveals that her beloved jalapeño monkey bread is a Southern Living original, so we made her a recipe worth sharing. For added richness and savory bite, this classic pull-apart bread is “glued” together with cheese and brushed with a buttery sauce that’s studded with pickled jalapeños.
The final result? Golden, flaky layers with pockets of melted cheese and a gentle jalapeño kick. The little pull apart rolls are soft inside, crisp at the edges, and deliciously scrumptious.
Recipe Tips From The Test Kitchen
If you want to make ahead for tomorrow morning, assemble the bread in the pan, cover tightly with plastic wrap and refrigerate for up to 12 hours before baking. Bake straight from the fridge, adding 5 minutes to the cook time. Cover loosely with foil if it’s browning too quickly.Always shred your own cheese from the block if you can. Freshly shredded cheese melts more smoothly and avoids graininess caused by anti-caking agents in pre-shredded bags.You can use only pickled jalapeños if you prefer, just pat them dry as they can be very moist, which may make the bread gummy. Add bacon crumbles to make this truly irresistible.
Editor’s Note: This recipe was developed by Renu Dhar; the headnote was written by Kimberly Holland.
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