Imagine biting into a warm, buttery biscuit that's infused with the irresistible aroma of cinnamon and topped with a cloud-like cream cheese frosting. These aren't just any ordinary biscuits - they're a game-changing breakfast or dessert that will make your taste buds dance with joy! Whether you're a baking novice or a seasoned pro, this recipe promises to transform your kitchen into a bakery of dreams, delivering golden, tender biscuits that are guaranteed to become an instant family favorite.
Prep Time: 15 mins
Cook Time: 12 mins
Total Time: 27 mins
Cuisine: American
Serves: 12 biscuits
Ingredients
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tbsp baking powder
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/4 cup sugar
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, cold and cubed
- 3/4 cup milk
- 1 tsp cinnamon
- For Cream Cheese Frosting:
- 4 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 425°F (218°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the all-purpose flour, baking powder, salt, sugar, and ground cinnamon. Whisk together until well blended.
- Add the cold, cubed unsalted butter to the dry ingredients. Using a pastry cutter or your fingertips, work the butter into the flour mixture until it resembles coarse crumbs with pea-sized butter pieces.
- Gradually pour in the milk, stirring gently with a fork until the dough just comes together. Be careful not to overmix.
- Turn the dough out onto a lightly floured surface and gently knead 2-3 times to bring it together.
- Roll the dough to about 3/4 inch thickness and cut out biscuits using a 2-inch round cutter. Place biscuits on the prepared baking sheet, ensuring they are nearly touching for soft sides.
- Bake for 12-14 minutes or until the tops are golden brown and the edges are lightly crisp.
- While biscuits are cooling, prepare the cream cheese frosting. In a medium bowl, beat the softened cream cheese and butter until smooth and creamy.
- Gradually add powdered sugar and vanilla extract, beating until the frosting is light and fluffy.
- Once biscuits are completely cool, spread or pipe the cream cheese frosting generously on top of each biscuit.
- Optional: Sprinkle additional ground cinnamon on top of the frosted biscuits for extra flavor.
Tips
- Keep your butter ice-cold for the flakiest, most tender biscuits. Cold butter creates those signature delicate layers.
- Don't overwork the dough - mix just until ingredients are combined to ensure light, fluffy biscuits.
- Use a sharp biscuit cutter and press straight down without twisting to help the biscuits rise evenly.
- For extra richness, brush the tops with melted butter right before baking.
- Let biscuits cool completely before frosting to prevent the cream cheese from melting.
- Store leftover biscuits in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days, and gently reheat before serving.
Nutrition Facts
Calories: 320kcal
Carbohydrates: 35g
Protein: 4g
Fat: 19g
Saturated Fat: 12g
Cholesterol: 55mg
