Save Soft, festive biscuit bombs filled with spiced cream cheese and finished with a sweet glaze—perfect for holiday gatherings and last-minute treats.
I first served this to my family during the holidays and they couldn't get enough of the warm spiced filling and sweet glaze.
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Ingredients
- Dough: 1 can (400 g) refrigerated biscuit dough (e.g., Pillsbury Grands)
- Filling: 120 g cream cheese, softened, 2 tbsp powdered sugar, 1/2 tsp ground cinnamon, 1/4 tsp ground nutmeg, 1/4 tsp vanilla extract
- Topping: 2 tbsp unsalted butter, melted, 60 g powdered sugar, 1 2 tbsp milk, 2 tbsp festive sprinkles
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Instructions
- Step 1:
- Preheat oven to 180°C (350°F). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Step 2:
- In a bowl, mix cream cheese, powdered sugar, cinnamon, nutmeg, and vanilla extract until smooth.
- Step 3:
- Separate the biscuit dough into 12 pieces. Flatten each into a 7 cm (3 inch) round.
- Step 4:
- Place 1 teaspoon of the cream cheese filling in the center of each round. Fold up the edges and pinch tightly to seal, forming a ball.
- Step 5:
- Arrange biscuit balls seam side down on the prepared baking sheet.
- Step 6:
- Brush each with melted butter.
- Step 7:
- Bake for 14 16 minutes, or until golden brown.
- Step 8:
- While baking, whisk together powdered sugar and milk to make a smooth glaze.
- Step 9:
- Remove biscuits from oven, let cool for 5 minutes, then drizzle with glaze and decorate with festive sprinkles.
Save Making these biscuit bombs became a favorite family tradition during the holiday season.
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Notes
For an extra twist, add a bit of finely chopped dried cranberries or orange zest to the filling. Best served warm reheat in a low oven if needed. Pairs wonderfully with hot cocoa or mulled wine.
Required Tools
Mixing bowls Spoon or spatula Baking sheet Parchment paper Pastry brush (optional)
Nutritional Information
Calories 180 Total Fat 8 g Carbohydrates 25 g Protein 3 g per biscuit bomb
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Enjoy these biscuit bombs fresh out of the oven for the best experience.
Recipe FAQ
- → What type of biscuit dough works best?
Refrigerated biscuit dough like Pillsbury Grands provides soft, flaky texture and easy handling for shaping.
- → Can I prepare these in advance?
You can assemble the biscuit bombs ahead and refrigerate until baking; bake fresh for best texture.
- → What spices are included in the filling?
Ground cinnamon, nutmeg, and vanilla extract bring warm, festive flavors to the cream cheese filling.
- → How should I serve these biscuit bombs?
Serve warm, ideally with a hot beverage like cocoa or mulled wine to complement their sweet and spiced notes.
- → Can I add fruit to the filling?
Adding finely chopped dried cranberries or orange zest adds a pleasant fruity twist to the filling.
