Best 4 Lunch Box Cheeky Monkey Muffins Recipes

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Monkey bread, also known as bubble bread or pull-apart bread, is a delectable treat that's sure to be a hit with kids and adults alike. It's made with refrigerated biscuit dough that's coated in cinnamon sugar and baked until golden brown. The result is a gooey, sticky bread that's perfect for sharing. This recipe provides a fun twist on the classic monkey bread by adding chocolate chips and bananas to the mix. The chocolate chips add a rich, decadent flavor, while the bananas add a touch of sweetness and moisture. These muffins are perfect for packing in lunch boxes or enjoying as an after-school snack.

The article also includes a recipe for a healthier version of monkey bread made with whole wheat flour and reduced sugar. This version is just as delicious as the original, but it's a bit better for you. So whether you're looking for a classic monkey bread recipe or a healthier alternative, this article has you covered.

Here are our top 4 tried and tested recipes!

EASY MONKEY BREAD MUFFINS



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I came across this recipe when looking for bake sale recipes. The bake sale was going a little slow, I popped these in the oven and the smell brought everyone to the table!

Provided by Jennifer Lovato Barkdull

Categories     Bread     Quick Bread Recipes     Muffin Recipes

Time 40m

Yield 24

Number Of Ingredients 5

½ cup white sugar
1 tablespoon ground cinnamon
3 (10 ounce) cans refrigerated biscuit dough, separated and cut into quarters
¾ cup brown sugar
½ cup margarine

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Grease muffin cups or line with paper liners.
  • Mix white sugar and cinnamon together in a gallon-size resealable bag; add biscuits and toss to coat. Press coated biscuits into muffin cups, about 2/3 full.
  • Heat brown sugar and margarine together in a saucepan over medium-low heat until melted, 3 to 5 minutes; pour over each biscuit muffin.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until dough is cooked through, about 20 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 180.2 calories, Carbohydrate 24 g, Cholesterol 0.3 mg, Fat 8.5 g, Fiber 0.4 g, Protein 2.4 g, SaturatedFat 1.9 g, Sodium 394.8 mg, Sugar 11.2 g

LUNCHBOX HARVEST MUFFINS



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These diminutive muffins make the rotation at least twice a week in my daughter's lunchbox. Although they are filled with plenty of good-for-you ingredients (whole-wheat flour, olive oil, apple and grated vegetables), they are moist and just sweet enough to ensure that they don't end up coming back home, which is the sad fate of many a salami sandwich.

Provided by Melissa Clark

Categories     easy, lunch, quick

Time 35m

Yield About 2 1/2 dozen mini-muffins (or 1 dozen regular muffins)

Number Of Ingredients 13

140 grams (1 1/8 cups) whole-wheat pastry flour
5 grams (1 teaspoon) baking soda
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/4 teaspoon salt
2 large eggs
1/2 cup olive oil
1 tablespoon honey
70 grams (1/3 cup) packed dark brown sugar
1 small apple, grated, and juices reserved (1/2 cup)
1/2 cup grated carrots or butternut squash or parsnips
1/2 cup grated zucchini or beets
55 grams (1/3 cup) raisins
40 grams (1/2 cup) unsweetened shredded coconut

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Grease mini-muffin tins.
  • In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, cinnamon and salt.
  • In a large bowl, combine the eggs, olive oil, honey, brown sugar, grated apple and juices and grated vegetables.
  • Using a spatula, fold the dry ingredients into the wet mixture until just combined. Gently fold in the raisins and coconut.
  • Fill each muffin cup 3/4 of the way up, and bake for about 15 to 18 minutes for mini-muffins and about 20 to 22 minutes for regular muffins. The muffins are finished baking when an inserted toothpick comes out clean.

Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 79, UnsaturatedFat 3 grams, Carbohydrate 9 grams, Fat 5 grams, Fiber 1 gram, Protein 1 gram, SaturatedFat 1 gram, Sodium 54 milligrams, Sugar 4 grams, TransFat 0 grams

MONKEY MUFFINS



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These bite-sized peanut butter, banana and chocolate chip muffins will be a favorite with your family and friends. It's also a good way to use up overripe bananas! -Amie Longstaff, Painesville Township, Ohio

Provided by Taste of Home

Time 35m

Yield 6 dozen.

Number Of Ingredients 11

1/2 cup butter, softened
1 cup plus 1 tablespoon sugar, divided
2 large eggs, room temperature
1 cup mashed ripe bananas
2/3 cup peanut butter
1 tablespoon 2% milk
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
2 cups all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon baking soda
1/2 teaspoon salt
3/4 cup miniature semisweet chocolate chips

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350°. In a large bowl, cream butter and 1 cup sugar until light and fluffy. Add eggs, one at a time, beating well after each addition. Beat in the bananas, peanut butter, milk and vanilla. Combine the flour, baking soda and salt; add to creamed mixture just until moistened. Fold in chips., Fill greased or paper-lined miniature muffin cups three-fourths full. Sprinkle with remaining 1 tablespoon sugar. Bake until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean, 14-16 minutes. Cool for 5 minutes before removing from pans to wire racks. Serve warm.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 63 calories, Fat 3g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 9mg cholesterol, Sodium 57mg sodium, Carbohydrate 8g carbohydrate (5g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 1g protein.

DRUNK MONKEY MUFFINS



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A grown up version of an old favorite: moist banana muffins with chocolate chips, shredded coconut and Jack Daniels® for a little extra kick. I love playing with recipes and wanted something more than the standard banana muffin.

Provided by MoreCoffeePlease

Categories     Bread     Quick Bread Recipes     Muffin Recipes

Time 1h30m

Yield 12

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 ¾ cups all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon baking soda
¼ teaspoon salt
4 ripe bananas
⅓ cup softened unsalted butter
¾ cup white sugar
1 egg
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
¼ cup whiskey (such as Jack Daniel's®)
½ cup unsweetened flaked coconut
1 cup mini chocolate chips

Steps:

  • Preheat an oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Grease 12 muffin cups, or line with paper muffin liners. Whisk the flour, baking soda, and salt together in a bowl; set aside.
  • Beat the bananas, butter, and sugar with an electric mixer in a large bowl until smooth. Beat in the egg, vanilla extract, and whiskey. Mix in the flour mixture until just incorporated. Fold in the coconut and chocolate chips, mixing just enough to evenly combine. Pour into muffin pan.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean, about 25 minutes. Cool in the pans for 10 minutes before removing to cool completely on a wire rack.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 306.4 calories, Carbohydrate 45.2 g, Cholesterol 29.1 mg, Fat 12.5 g, Fiber 3 g, Protein 3.7 g, SaturatedFat 8.1 g, Sodium 163.6 mg, Sugar 25.3 g

Tips:

  • Use ripe bananas. Overripe bananas will give your muffins a sweeter, more intense banana flavor.
  • Don't overmix the batter. Overmixing will result in tough, dry muffins. Mix just until the ingredients are combined.
  • Use muffin liners. Muffin liners will help your muffins come out of the pan easily and will also prevent them from sticking to each other.
  • Fill the muffin cups only 2/3 full. This will prevent the muffins from overflowing and will also help them to bake evenly.
  • Bake the muffins at a high temperature initially. This will help them to rise quickly and evenly.
  • Reduce the oven temperature after 10 minutes. This will help to prevent the muffins from overcooking.
  • Cool the muffins completely before storing them. This will help to prevent them from becoming soggy.

Conclusion:

Cheeky Monkey Muffins are a healthy and delicious snack that are perfect for lunch boxes or on-the-go breakfasts. They are easy to make and can be customized to your liking. With a few simple tips, you can make perfect Cheeky Monkey Muffins every time.

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