Quick Christmas Biscuit Bombs (Print)

Soft biscuits with spiced cream cheese filling and sweet glaze, perfect for festive occasions.

# Components:

→ Dough

01 - 1 can (14 oz) refrigerated biscuit dough (e.g., Pillsbury Grands)

→ Filling

02 - 4 oz cream cheese, softened
03 - 2 tbsp powdered sugar
04 - 1/2 tsp ground cinnamon
05 - 1/4 tsp ground nutmeg
06 - 1/4 tsp vanilla extract

→ Topping

07 - 2 tbsp unsalted butter, melted
08 - 1/2 cup powdered sugar
09 - 1 to 2 tbsp milk
10 - 2 tbsp festive sprinkles

# Directions:

01 - Preheat the oven to 350°F (180°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
02 - In a bowl, combine cream cheese, powdered sugar, cinnamon, nutmeg, and vanilla extract; mix until smooth.
03 - Separate biscuit dough into 12 pieces and flatten each piece into a 3-inch round.
04 - Place 1 teaspoon of the cream cheese mixture in the center of each dough round. Fold edges up and pinch tightly to form a sealed ball.
05 - Place the biscuit balls seam-side down on the prepared baking sheet.
06 - Brush each biscuit ball with melted butter evenly.
07 - Bake for 14 to 16 minutes until golden brown.
08 - While baking, whisk together powdered sugar and milk until smooth to create the glaze.
09 - Remove baked biscuits from oven, cool for 5 minutes, then drizzle with glaze and sprinkle festive decorations on top.

# Chef Secrets:

01 -
  • One-pot meal
  • Freezer-friendly
02 -
  • Contains Wheat (gluten), Milk, Eggs (may be present in biscuit dough).
  • Check all ingredient labels for allergen information, especially with pre-made dough.
03 -
  • For an extra twist add a bit of finely chopped dried cranberries or orange zest to the filling.
  • Best served warm reheat in a low oven if needed.
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