Whenever we need a quick and easy snack for the kids, or even a simple and sweet breakfast dish, these cinnamon bites are the perfect solution.
We LOVE Cinnamon Rolls in our family! Due to the yeast, most cinnamon roll recipes can take several hours to whip up. Fortunately, these cinnamon bites take only 30 minutes and have all of that delicious gooey cinnamon flavor. When you’re looking for cinnamon goodness but are short on time, these cinnabites are AMAZING!
The reason this breakfast is so quick and easy to make is that it starts with a canned biscuit shortcut! The steps are so simple, it only takes 10 minutes to prep. This breakfast is an easy, breezy 30-minute favorite.
For similar cinnamon treats, try Cinnamon and Cream Cheese Crescent Rolls or Cinnamon Twists!
Why we think you’ll love it:
- Lightning fast. Get warm, gooey cinnamon goodness in just 30 minutes – perfect for busy mornings or sudden cravings!
- Favorite shortcut. They’re incredibly easy to make thanks to a canned biscuit dough shortcut, no yeast or long waits required.
- Cinnamon roll flavor fix. You get all the beloved sweet, spiced, and gooey taste of classic cinnamon rolls in every bite.
Cinnamon Bites Ingredients and Substitutions
Bites
- 1 (16-ounce) can refrigerated biscuits – 8 count package, or use 16 ounces of homemade biscuit dough
- 3 tablespoons butter, melted – We used unsalted butter, but salted butter can be used.
- ⅓ cup granulated sugar
- 1 tablespoon cinnamon – or try a Pumpkin Spice blend
Glaze
- 1 cup powdered sugar, sifted
- 2 tablespoons butter, melted
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2 tablespoons milk
How to Make Cinnamon Bites
- PREP. Preheat the oven to 350°F. Grease an 8×8 pan. Place the cinnamon and sugar in a small bowl and mix well. Set aside.
- DOUGH. Cut the biscuit dough into quarters, and dip balls in the cinnamon sugar mixture, coating completely.
- BAKE. Place the pieces in the baking dish, close together, and cover with melted butter. Bake for 20-22 minutes until the bites are cooked through and browned on the outside.
- GLAZE. Mix glaze ingredients until well combined and drizzle over warm biscuits.
Kristyn’s Recipe Tips
- Instead of a vanilla glaze, try topping with Cream Cheese Icing.
- For an easy variation, toss in some chopped nuts or raisins.
- Instead of canned biscuits, use Homemade Biscuit Dough. Weigh out 16 ounces, gently roll into an 8×4-inch rectangle, and cut into 32 equal pieces.
- For easy biscuit removal and clean up, line the pan with parchment paper.
Cinnamon Bites
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Ingredients
- 1 (16-ounce) can refrigerated biscuits, 8 count package
- 3 tablespoons butter, melted
- ⅓ cup sugar
- 1 tablespoon cinnamon
Glaze
- 1 cup powdered sugar, sifted
- 2 tablespoons butter, melted
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2 tablespoons milk
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F.
- Grease an 8×8-inch pan.
- Place cinnamon and sugar in a small bowl and mix well. Set aside.
- Cut biscuits in 4 and dip in cinnamon/sugar mixture until coated.
- Place in pan close together and spread melted butter over cut biscuits.
- Bake for 20-22 minutes.
- Mix glaze ingredients until well combined and pour over warm biscuits.
Notes
- Instead of a vanilla glaze, try topping with Cream Cheese Icing.
- For an easy variation, toss in some chopped nuts or raisins.
- Instead of canned biscuits, use Homemade Biscuit Dough. Weigh out 16 ounces, gently roll into an 8×4-inch rectangle, and cut into 32 equal pieces.
- For easy biscuit removal and clean up, line the pan with parchment paper.
Nutrition
Nutrition information is automatically calculated, so should only be used as an approximation.
Recipe FAQ
Prepare cinnamon roll bites the night before. Cover and store them in the fridge, then bake them in the morning!
Bake ahead and cool before wrapping tightly with plastic wrap and aluminum foil. Freeze for 4-6 weeks. Thaw overnight, remove the plastic, and replace the foil. Reheat in a 350°F oven for about 15 minutes, or until warm throughout.
Store leftovers in an airtight container at room temperature for 2-3 days or freeze for about 1 month. Reheat small portions in the microwave.
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This recipe was originally published April 2014.
Adapted from Table for Seven
So easy and really delicious!
Thank you!! So happy to hear you enjoyed the recipe!
Used buttery canned bisquits -DELICIOUSLY YUMMY, and easy!!! Will be using this recipe a lot!
Yay!! So glad you enjoyed the recipe!
Absolutely delicious! Used butter flavored grand biscuits and they were sooo gooood!! I will make these easy treats over and over again!
Yay! I’m so happy to hear that. Thanks for giving them a try!
Delicious and so easy to throw together with 1 can of biscuits. I liked that the pieces had a slight crust like a cinnamon roll, even after I topped it with icing. I will make this again!
Oh I’m so glad you enjoyed the bites! Thanks for sharing!
Not a healthy breakfast but definitely delicious and easy to make.
A quick version of cinnamon rolls that just pop in your mouth.
I have made these both with canned biscuits and frozen roll dough (thawed). Both ways are delicious! It’s actually scary how easy they are to make, because it is hard to stop eating them!
Used to call these monkey pull apart bread! This is a really great family favorite! Great breakfast OR snack!
Oh my heavens! These bites are amazing and my kids new favorite breakfast! Such an easy and great surprise for my kids! Can’t wait to make these again. Such a hit here!
We like making these for breakfast, brunch, dessert, you name it!! It’s gone so fast!
So good!! Thanks!
Absolutely delicious! The only substitute I made was to use a cream cheese frosting to put on top instead.
Sounds heavenly! Thanks for sharing!