Southern Living, December 2013 Page 6

Caramel-Glazed Monkey Bread Recipe

We'd wager our presents under the tree that this is the best pull-apart bread on Earth. The dough is soft and cakey, and the loaf dons a scrumptious sugary crust.

Chocolate Rolls Recipe

Be sure to use softened butter for spreading to keep the tender dough from tearing.

Ham-and-Swiss Sticky Buns Recipe

Stuff the dough deep into the muffin cups so that the tops rise into a cheesy dome while baking.

Gingerbread Muffins with Spiced Streusel and Spiced Hard Sauce Recipe

We know, serving streusel-topped muffins with hard sauce is gilding the lily, but hey, it's Christmas morning after all.

Blueberry Kolaches Recipe

Don't overwork the dough. You can use a cookie scoop for easy portioning in Step 4, if desired.