Make a batch of my  basic dough recipe until after the first rise. 

In a small bowl, melt the better

In a second medium bowl combine sugar and ground cinnamon. Mix. 

You can use a bundt pan or two bread pans for this recipe. Whichever you choose to use, grease the pans well with avocado oil or similar before moving onto the next step. 

Using a bench knife or something similar, cut off small pieces of dough. About the size of 2-3 tablespoons. Roll them into tight balls. Use a little oil on your hands if they are sticking. 

Roll each dough ball into the melted butter until coated, then dip in the cinnamon-sugar mixture. 

Place the buttered and sugared dough balls into the loaf pans or bundt pan.

Place in a warm place to allow to rise for 30-45 minutes or until puffy.

Preheat oven to 350 degrees F. 

Prepare the gooey filling by combining all ingredients into a bowl and mixing well. 

Pour the gooey filling over the uncooked monkey bread. 

Bake for 20-25 minutes if using loaf pans and 35-40 minutes if using a bundt pan. Bake until golden brown and dough is cooked through. 

Allow to cool for 15-20 minutes in the pan and then turn over onto a platter or plate.