You've probably heard of monkey bread before but never quite like this. This Garlic and Parmesan Instant Pot Monkey Bread is a super simple savory recipe that goes perfectly with any meal.
Once you make this dish once, you're never going to want another side dish or bread option ever again. It's really that good and such a simple recipe to make. (and being able to tear off a piece to eat is so much fun!)

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Why This Recipe Works
- Savory Delight: This Instant Pot monkey bread combines the flavors of garlic and parmesan for a mouthwatering treat.
- Easy to Make: The Instant Pot simplifies the process, making baking a breeze.
- Perfect for Sharing: Instant Pot monkey bread recipe is a pull-apart bread, ideal for gatherings or family dinners.
📋 Ingredients

- Refrigerated Flaky Biscuits: Are the base of your Instant Pot monkey bread, providing fluffy, buttery layers that pull apart effortlessly.
- Melted Butter: Adds richness and helps adhere the garlic, parsley, and parmesan to the biscuits, enhancing their flavor.
- Parsley: Gives a fresh, slightly peppery taste that cuts through the richness of the other ingredients, adding a touch of brightness to the dish.
- Minced Garlic: Adds a robust, aromatic flavor that infuses throughout the bread, giving it a savory depth.
- Salt: Enhances the flavors of all other ingredients, making them more pronounced and balanced.
- Parmesan Cheese (Shredded): Melts into the Instant Pot monkey bread, creating a wonderfully cheesy, nutty flavor that makes this monkey bread irresistibly delicious.
🔪How To Make Instant Pot Monkey Bread?

Step One: Melt your butter, in a medium bowl. Remove from microwave once melted. Add in your parsley, garlic, salt, and parmesan cheese to the melted butter. Cut your biscuits into fourths. Then add your biscuits to the bowl in intervals allowing each biscuit to receive enough of the coating. Divide the bowl into two. Set the second portion aside.

Step Three: Spray your Bundt pan with nonstick cooking spray, or grease with butter. Add in your biscuit piece layered in the prepared Bundt pan. Add 2 cups of water to your Instant Pot. Add the trivet and place your pan on the trivet. Pressure cook on high pressure for 45 minutes followed by a quick release. Remove the bread and cool. Repeat the process to cook your second batch of Instant Pot monkey bread. Serve and enjoy.
For the complete list of ingredients with measurements and instructions, please see the recipe card at the bottom of the post.
🔀 Substitutions & Variations
- Cinnamon Sugar Bliss- Prepare a classic version by coating canned biscuits in a cinnamon sugar mixture for a timeless and comforting treat.
- Sweet Brown Sugar Delight- Elevate the flavor profile with a light brown sugar mixture, adding a rich and caramelized sweetness to the biscuit dough spheres.
- Biscuit Bonanza- Experiment with different types of biscuit dough, such as flaky buttermilk or buttery croissant dough, to create unique textures and flavors in your monkey bread creation.
👩🍳 Expert Tips
- Properly Grease the Pan: Ensure you generously grease the inner pot of your Instant Pot to prevent the monkey bread from sticking during baking.
- Cover with Foil: Before cooking, cover the Instant Pot with aluminum foil to prevent condensation from dripping onto the monkey bread and making it soggy.
💭 FAQs
Yes, a springform pan can be used for easy removal of the monkey bread after baking in the Instant Pot.
It’s recommended to use unsalted butter to have better control over the salt content in your recipe.
Refrigerate Monkey Bread at or below 40°F (4°C) for short-term storage. Enjoy within 3 to 4 days for optimal flavor and texture.
Freeze Monkey Bread by wrapping portions securely and labeling them with the date. It stays fresh for 2-3 months without losing flavor.
Serving Suggestions
These are my favorite dishes to serve with Parmesan Instant Pot Monkey Bread:
- Barbecue Ribs: Pair Instant Pot Monkey Bread with a classic barbecue dish like tender and smoky barbecue ribs. The sweet and savory flavors of the ribs complement the sweetness of the monkey bread, creating a delicious contrast.
- Grilled Steak: Accompany Instant Pot monkey bread with juicy grilled steak for a hearty and satisfying dinner. The buttery and soft texture of the bread contrasts beautifully with the savory flavors of the steak.
- Vegetarian Chili: Pair monkey bread with a hearty vegetarian chili loaded with beans, vegetables, and spices. The bread provides a tasty and comforting side to enjoy alongside the bold flavors of the chili.
- Vanilla Ice Cream: Serve a scoop of vanilla ice cream alongside the warm monkey bread for a decadent dessert-like experience.
- Instant Pot Tortellini Soup: Pair your Instant Pot Monkey Bread with a comforting bowl of Instant Pot Tortellini Soup, creating a delightful combination of sweet indulgence and savory warmth for a satisfying meal.

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Garlic And Parmesan Instant Pot Monkey Bread
Ingredients
- 3 Cans Refrigerated Flaky Biscuits 22.5 total oz.
- 10 tablespoons Butter melted
- 6 tablespoons Parsley
- 5 teaspoons Garlic minced
- ½ teaspoon Salt
- 1 cup Parmesan Cheese shredded
Instructions
- Melt your butter, in a medium bowl, in the microwave for 30 second intervals. Remove from microwave once melted.
- Add in your parsley, garlic, salt, and parmesan cheese to the melted butter.
- Cut your biscuits into fourths. Then add your biscuits to the bowl in intervals allowing each biscuit to receive enough of the coating.
- Divide the bowl into two. Set the second portion aside. (For your second batch of Monkey bread)
- Spray your Bundt pan with nonstick cooking spray, or grease with butter. Add in your biscuit piece layered in the prepared bundt pan.
- Add 2 cups of water to your Instant Pot. Add the trivet and place your pan on the trivet.
- Close the Instant Pot lid by twisting it. Make sure the valve is closed and away from you. Set your Instant Pot to pressure cook on high pressure for 45 minutes.
- Once the time is done, do a manual release by pulling the valve toward to you release the pressure.
- Carefully, remove the trivet with a towel or hot pads from the Instant Pot. Transfer the Bundt pan to a cooling rack. Once cooled, place a plate on top, and flip to transfer the Monkey bread.
- You can then repeat the process to cook your second batch of Instant Pot monkey bread.
- Enjoy by itself or dipping in marinara sauce! Enjoy!
In the recipe, it says to divide the remaining butter mixture in to two bowls. It then states to set the second bowl aside. I do not see where the recipes provides any other direction for the butter mixture. Am I missing something? This sounds delicious, just need clarification please.
the second lot is for the second loaf as this recipe makes enough for two bundts of Monkey bread.
No where do you list the size of IP you are using. I think you would make this in the larger IP.
This is made in the 6 quart but if you make it in a larger pot the instructions are the same.