Imagine biting into a warm, gooey biscuit that combines the irresistible flavors of a classic cinnamon roll with the comforting texture of a perfectly baked biscuit. These Cinnamon Bun Biscuits are about to revolutionize your breakfast and dessert game, offering a quick and easy way to satisfy your sweet tooth without spending hours in the kitchen. Get ready to impress your family and friends with this magical recipe that brings together the best of both worlds – soft, buttery biscuits swirled with rich cinnamon sugar and topped with a decadent glaze that will make your taste buds dance!
Prep Time: 15 mins
Cook Time: 20 mins
Total Time: 35 mins
Cuisine: Dessert
Serves: 8 servings
Ingredients
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/4 cup sugar
- 1 tablespoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup butter
- 3/4 cup milk
- 1/2 cup brown sugar
- 1 tablespoon cinnamon
- 1 cup icing sugar (for glaze)
- 2 tablespoons milk (for glaze)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 425°F (218°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine all-purpose flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt. Mix thoroughly to distribute dry ingredients evenly.
- Cut cold butter into small cubes and add to the dry ingredients. Use a pastry cutter or your fingers to work the butter into the flour mixture until it resembles coarse crumbs.
- Gradually pour in milk and stir until a soft dough forms. Be careful not to overmix.
- Turn the dough onto a lightly floured surface and gently roll out into a rectangular shape, approximately 1/2 inch thick.
- In a separate small bowl, mix brown sugar and cinnamon to create the filling.
- Sprinkle the cinnamon-sugar mixture evenly across the rolled-out dough, ensuring complete coverage.
- Carefully roll the dough into a tight log, starting from the long side.
- Using a sharp knife, slice the log into 8 equal rounds.
- Place the rounds onto the prepared baking sheet, leaving some space between each biscuit.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 18-20 minutes, or until golden brown on top.
- While baking, prepare the glaze by whisking icing sugar and milk until smooth.
- Remove biscuits from oven and let cool for 5 minutes.
- Drizzle the prepared glaze over warm biscuits and serve immediately.
Tips
- Keep your butter cold: Cold butter is the secret to achieving flaky, tender biscuits. Cut it into small cubes and work quickly to maintain its temperature.
- Don't overwork the dough: Mix just until the ingredients come together. Overworking can lead to tough, dense biscuits.
- Use a sharp knife for clean cuts: When slicing the rolled dough, use a sharp knife to create clean, even rounds.
- Check your oven temperature: Every oven is slightly different, so start checking your biscuits at around 15 minutes to prevent over-browning.
- Serve warm for maximum enjoyment: These biscuits are best enjoyed fresh out of the oven, with the glaze still warm and gooey.
- Customize your glaze: For extra flavor, add a touch of vanilla extract or a pinch of cinnamon to the glaze.
- Make ahead tip: You can prepare the dough and cut the rounds the night before, then refrigerate overnight and bake fresh in the morning.
Nutrition Facts
Calories: 320kcal
Carbohydrates: 48g
Protein: 4g
Fat: 14g
Saturated Fat: 9g
Cholesterol: 40mg
