Save Soft, festive biscuit bombs filled with spiced cream cheese and finished with a sweet glaze—perfect for holiday gatherings and last-minute treats.
These quick Christmas biscuit bombs are a holiday favorite in my family that come together fast and disappear even faster.
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 My family loves gathering around the table to share these warm, delicious biscuit bombs during the holidays.
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 info.
Nutritional Information
Per biscuit bomb: 180 calories, 8 g total fat, 25 g carbohydrates, 3 g protein.
Save These biscuit bombs are a simple yet crowd-pleasing treat that brighten any holiday spread.
Kitchen Guide
- → What type of dough is best for these biscuit bombs?
Refrigerated biscuit dough works best as it provides a soft, flaky texture and quick preparation.
- → Can I add other flavors to the filling?
Yes, finely chopped dried cranberries or orange zest make great additions to the spiced cream cheese filling.
- → How do I achieve the perfect glaze consistency?
Whisk powdered sugar and milk until smooth and slightly runny, allowing easy drizzling over the baked biscuits.
- → What’s the ideal serving suggestion for these biscuit bombs?
Serve warm alongside beverages like hot cocoa or mulled wine for a cozy holiday touch.
- → Are these biscuit bombs suitable for a vegetarian diet?
Yes, ingredients used are vegetarian-friendly, but check dough labels for eggs if needed.