Save to Pinterest 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 at a family holiday party and everyone loved the combination of creamy filling with a sweet glaze.
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
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 to Pinterest These biscuit bombs always bring joy to our family holiday gatherings, especially paired with hot cocoa.
Notes
Pairs wonderfully with hot cocoa or mulled wine.
Required Tools
Mixing bowls, spoon or spatula, baking sheet, parchment paper, pastry brush (optional)
Allergen Information
Contains: Wheat (gluten), Milk, Eggs (may be present in biscuit dough). Check all ingredient labels for allergen information especially with pre made dough.
Save to Pinterest Enjoy these biscuit bombs warm for the best flavor and texture.
Recipe FAQs
- → What type of dough is best for the biscuit bombs?
Refrigerated biscuit dough, such as Pillsbury Grands, works best for a soft and tender texture.
- → Can I add any extras to the filling?
Yes, finely chopped dried cranberries or orange zest can add a pleasant twist to the spiced cream cheese filling.
- → How should I store leftovers?
Keep leftover biscuit bombs in an airtight container at room temperature for up to two days, or refrigerate for longer freshness.
- → What is the best way to reheat these biscuit bombs?
Reheat them gently in a low oven to maintain softness and warmth without drying out the glaze.
- → Are these biscuit bombs vegetarian-friendly?
Yes, these treats are vegetarian as they contain no meat, but be mindful of eggs possibly present in the biscuit dough.