Cinnamon Roll Biscuits
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Cinnamon Roll Biscuits

Flaky biscuit dough rolled with cinnamon sugar and drizzled with cream cheese icing - easier than cinnamon rolls, just as delicious.

38 min
12 servings
SouthernComfy Editorial Team

Recipe by the SouthernComfy Editorial Team

Developed and reviewed by our editorial team.

Prep Time

20m

Cook Time

18m

Servings

12

Difficulty

Easy

Estimated Nutrition

Per serving · estimated

Calories

290

Protein

4 g

Carbs

42 g

Fat

12 g

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Ingredients

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  • 2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 2 tablespoons sugar
  • 1 tablespoon baking powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 cup cold butter, cubed
  • 1 cup buttermilk
  • 1/2 cup brown sugar
  • 2 tablespoons cinnamon
  • 4 oz cream cheese, softened
  • 1 cup powdered sugar
  • 2 tablespoons milk
  • 1/2 teaspoon vanilla

Instructions

1

Preheat oven to 425°F. Mix flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt.

2

Cut in butter until mixture resembles coarse crumbs.

3

Stir in buttermilk until just combined.

4

Roll dough into a 12x8-inch rectangle on floured surface.

5

Mix brown sugar and cinnamon, sprinkle over dough.

6

Roll up tightly from long side and cut into 12 slices.

7

Place cut side up on greased baking sheet .

8

Bake 15-18 minutes until golden.

9

Beat cream cheese, powdered sugar, milk, and vanilla until smooth.

10

Drizzle icing over warm biscuits.

Chef's Comfy Tip

These are the perfect compromise when you want cinnamon rolls but don't have time for yeast dough - all the flavor, half the work.

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