These cinnamon sugar biscuit bites are one of the easiest and most budget-friendly treats I like to make. With just a few simple ingredients, I get warm, golden bites coated in sweet cinnamon sugar—perfect for snacking, breakfast, or dessert.
Why You’ll Love This Recipe
I love this recipe because it takes something as simple as canned biscuits and turns it into a homemade-tasting treat in minutes. The biscuits puff up beautifully, and the cinnamon sugar coating makes them taste like mini doughnuts without the fuss of frying. They’re cheap, quick, and always a crowd-pleaser.
Ingredients
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- Canned biscuits (6–8 count)
- Sugar (half white, half brown)
- Ground cinnamon
Directions
- I preheat the oven to 350°F (177°C) and lightly grease a baking sheet.
- I cut each biscuit into quarters to make bite-sized pieces.
- In a small bowl, I mix the sugars and cinnamon together.
- I roll each biscuit piece in the cinnamon sugar mixture until well coated.
- I place the coated biscuit pieces on the baking sheet, leaving space between them.
- I bake for 12–15 minutes, or until the biscuit bites are puffed and golden brown.
- Once out of the oven, I let them cool slightly before serving warm.
Servings and timing
This recipe makes about 24 biscuit bites. Prep time takes just 10 minutes, and baking is 12–15 minutes, so I can have these ready in under 30 minutes.
Variations
I sometimes drizzle the baked bites with a quick glaze made from powdered sugar and milk. For extra indulgence, I dip the warm bites in melted butter before rolling them in the cinnamon sugar. I’ve also swapped the cinnamon sugar for pumpkin spice sugar to give them a fall-inspired twist.
Storage/Reheating
I keep leftovers in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2 days. If I want to reheat them, I pop them in the oven at 300°F (150°C) for about 5 minutes to bring back their warmth and slight crispiness.
FAQs
Can I use homemade biscuit dough instead of canned?
Yes, I sometimes use homemade dough if I have extra time, but the canned biscuits make this recipe extra quick and easy.
Do I need to dip the biscuits in butter before rolling in cinnamon sugar?
Not necessarily. The biscuit dough holds sugar well on its own, but dipping in butter makes the coating richer and stickier.
Can I make these in an air fryer?
Yes, I cook them at 350°F (177°C) for 8–10 minutes in the air fryer, and they turn out crispier than the oven version.
Can I add a filling to the bites?
Definitely. I’ve tucked small pieces of cream cheese or Nutella into the dough before baking, and they taste amazing.
How do I keep the bites soft?
I store them in an airtight container and avoid overbaking, since too much time in the oven can make them dry.
Conclusion
These cinnamon sugar biscuit bites are a treat I love making when I want something warm, sweet, and easy. With just a few pantry staples and a roll of biscuits, I can whip up a dessert or snack that tastes homemade without taking much time or money.
