1–2 tablespoons butter (unsalted or salted, depending on preference)
For the Icing:
¼ cup powdered sugar
1–2 teaspoons milk (start with 1 and add more if needed)
⅛ teaspoon vanilla extract (optional, but adds flavor depth)
Step-by-Step Instructions
Step 1: Preheat and Prepare
Heat oven to 350°F (175°C).
Place 1–2 tablespoons of butter in a small 6×9 pan (or toaster oven pan). Put the pan in the oven while it preheats so the butter melts.
Step 2: Cut and Coat Biscuits
Open the can of biscuits and cut each biscuit into quarters.
In a small bowl or resealable plastic bag, mix the cinnamon and both sugars.
Drop the biscuit quarters into the cinnamon-sugar mixture, shake or toss until coated.
Step 3: Arrange and Bake
Remove the pan with melted butter from the oven.
Place the coated biscuit pieces in the buttered pan, spreading them evenly.
Bake for 15 minutes, or until golden brown and puffed.
Step 4: Make the Icing
While the bites are baking, whisk together the powdered sugar, milk, and vanilla until smooth.
Adjust consistency by adding more sugar (to thicken) or milk (to thin).
Step 5: Drizzle and Serve
Once the bites come out of the oven, let them cool for 2 minutes.
Drizzle with icing while still warm.
Pull apart and enjoy!
Prep & Cook Time
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Bake Time: 15 minutes
Total Time: 25 minutes
Nutritional Information (per serving, makes 6 servings)
Calories: ~180
Carbohydrates: 25g
Protein: 2g
Fat: 8g
Sugar: 12g
Sodium: 250mg
(Values vary based on biscuit brand and icing amount.)
Tips for Success
Toast the Sugar Mix – For extra caramelization, sprinkle a little extra cinnamon sugar on top before baking.
Don’t Overbake – These are best when soft and slightly gooey, not dry.
Add Toppings – Try sprinkling chopped pecans, walnuts, or mini chocolate chips before baking.
Make a Dip – Serve with caramel sauce, cream cheese dip, or chocolate sauce for fun.
Double the Batch – This recipe disappears fast! Consider doubling if feeding a crowd.
Variations
Apple Cinnamon Bites – Add finely chopped apples before baking.
Pumpkin Spice Version – Swap cinnamon for pumpkin pie spice.
Nutella Drizzle – Skip the icing and drizzle with melted Nutella.
Cream Cheese Icing – Mix cream cheese with powdered sugar and milk for a richer drizzle.
Savory Twist – Coat with garlic butter and parmesan instead of cinnamon sugar for a snack version.
Serving Ideas
Breakfast alongside scrambled eggs and bacon for a sweet-savory combo.
As a dessert topped with whipped cream or ice cream.
A fun after-school snack for kids.
Wrapped up in little bags as a cheap and sweet homemade gift.
Why This Recipe Works
The genius lies in the simplicity:
Canned biscuits → saves time, no dough-making required.
Cinnamon sugar → adds that cozy, bakery-style flavor.
Butter base → ensures crispy bottoms with gooey centers.
Icing drizzle → finishes with sweetness and stickiness.
It’s the kind of recipe that requires almost no baking skills but delivers results that look and taste like you spent way more time in the kitchen.
Final Thoughts
If you’re looking for a recipe that’s:
Quick
Cheap
Kid-approved
Crowd-pleasing
…then these Cinnamon Sugar Biscuit Bites are exactly what you need. They’re a clever hack on traditional monkey bread and cinnamon rolls, but done in a fraction of the time and cost.
Perfect for lazy weekends, holiday breakfasts, or just when your sweet tooth strikes, this is a recipe that will easily become a household favorite.
