Cinnamon Roll Biscuit Bake (Print Version)

Soft biscuits layered with cinnamon, sugar, and creamy glaze for a comforting breakfast treat.

# Components:

→ Biscuits

01 - 2 cups all-purpose flour
02 - 1 tablespoon baking powder
03 - 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
04 - 1/2 teaspoon salt
05 - 1/4 cup granulated sugar
06 - 1/2 cup cold unsalted butter, cubed
07 - 3/4 cup cold buttermilk
08 - 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

→ Cinnamon Sugar Filling

09 - 1/2 cup light brown sugar, packed
10 - 2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
11 - 3 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted

→ Cream Cheese Glaze

12 - 4 ounces cream cheese, softened
13 - 1 cup powdered sugar
14 - 2 tablespoons milk
15 - 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract

# Directions:

01 - Preheat oven to 350°F. Generously grease a 9x13-inch baking dish.
02 - In a large bowl, whisk together all-purpose flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, and granulated sugar.
03 - Cut cold unsalted butter into the flour mixture using a pastry cutter or fork until it resembles coarse crumbs.
04 - Stir in cold buttermilk and vanilla extract just until a soft dough forms. Do not overmix.
05 - Turn dough onto a lightly floured surface and pat into a 3/4-inch thick rectangle. Cut into 1-inch pieces.
06 - Mix light brown sugar with cinnamon in a small bowl.
07 - Dip each biscuit piece in melted butter, then roll in the cinnamon sugar mixture. Arrange coated pieces evenly in the greased baking dish.
08 - Sprinkle any leftover cinnamon sugar over the top and drizzle remaining melted butter.
09 - Bake for 30 to 35 minutes until biscuits have risen and are golden brown with the center fully cooked.
10 - While baking, beat softened cream cheese until smooth. Add powdered sugar, milk, and vanilla extract, mixing until a pourable glaze forms.
11 - Let casserole cool for 10 minutes. Drizzle with cream cheese glaze and serve warm.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • Uses simple pantry basics and no yeast required
  • Ready in under an hour for hungry mornings
  • Flexible&add nuts or swap yogurt for buttermilk
  • Cleanup is easy with just a few bowls and a pan
02 -
  • Comfort food for breakfast and brunch that is easy for beginners
  • Vegetarian and kid friendly
  • Leftovers keep well and reheat like a dream
03 -
  • Use the freshest cinnamon for maximum flavor punch
  • Do not overwork the dough&soft hands bring fluffy results
  • Always let the bake cool before glazing so you get perfect drips and no melted puddles
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