Quick Christmas Biscuit Bombs

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These soft biscuit bombs offer a festive treat, combining spiced cream cheese nestled inside tender dough balls. Baked until golden and brushed with a buttery glaze, they’re decorated with colorful sprinkles for a cheerful finish. Quick to prepare and perfect for holiday gatherings, they pair wonderfully with warm drinks. Optional additions like dried cranberries or orange zest add extra flavor twists. Serve them warm for the best experience.

Updated on Tue, 25 Nov 2025 11:18:00 GMT
Quick Christmas Biscuit Bombs, fresh from the oven, offer a sweet, warm bite with flavorful cream cheese. Save to Pinterest
Quick Christmas Biscuit Bombs, fresh from the oven, offer a sweet, warm bite with flavorful cream cheese. | mellowspice.com

Soft, festive biscuit bombs filled with spiced cream cheese and finished with a sweet glaze—perfect for holiday gatherings and last-minute treats.

I first made these for a holiday party and everyone loved how easy they were to prepare yet how festive they looked.

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℃ (350℉). 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.
Warm Quick Christmas Biscuit Bombs, drizzled with glaze and holiday sprinkles, promise a festive treat. Save to Pinterest
Warm Quick Christmas Biscuit Bombs, drizzled with glaze and holiday sprinkles, promise a festive treat. | mellowspice.com

This recipe quickly became a family favorite during Christmas mornings bringing smiles all around.

Notes

Pairs wonderfully with hot cocoa or mulled wine.

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 information especially with pre-made dough.

Golden Quick Christmas Biscuit Bombs, ready to serve, showcase a delicate, fluffy texture and spiced filling. Save to Pinterest
Golden Quick Christmas Biscuit Bombs, ready to serve, showcase a delicate, fluffy texture and spiced filling. | mellowspice.com

Enjoy these festive treats fresh and warm for the best taste and texture.

Recipe FAQs

What type of dough is best for making biscuit bombs?

Refrigerated biscuit dough works great for easy preparation, providing a soft and tender texture when baked.

How is the creamy filling prepared?

The filling is made by blending softened cream cheese with powdered sugar, cinnamon, nutmeg, and vanilla extract until smooth.

What’s the best way to seal the biscuit bombs?

Place a spoonful of filling in the dough center, then fold and pinch the edges tightly to form a sealed ball, preventing filling from leaking during baking.

How do I achieve the shiny glaze finish?

While baking, whisk powdered sugar and milk to create a glaze, which is drizzled over the cooled biscuit bombs and topped with festive sprinkles.

Can these biscuit bombs be customized with additional flavors?

Yes, incorporating dried cranberries or orange zest into the filling adds a delightful twist to the flavor profile.

What’s the ideal serving method for the biscuit bombs?

They are best served warm, fresh from the oven or reheated gently, pairing wonderfully with hot cocoa or mulled wine.

Quick Christmas Biscuit Bombs

Soft, festive biscuit bombs filled with spiced cream cheese and finished with sweet glaze and sprinkles.

Prep Time
15 minutes
Cook Time
15 minutes
Overall Time
30 minutes
Created by Hannah Clarke

Recipe Category Sweet & Spiced Treats

Skill Level Easy

Cuisine American

Total Yield 12 Number of Servings

Dietary Details Vegetarian-Friendly

What You Need

Dough

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

Filling

01 4 oz cream cheese, softened
02 2 tbsp powdered sugar
03 1/2 tsp ground cinnamon
04 1/4 tsp ground nutmeg
05 1/4 tsp vanilla extract

Topping

01 2 tbsp unsalted butter, melted
02 1/2 cup powdered sugar
03 1–2 tbsp milk
04 2 tbsp festive sprinkles

How To Make

Step 01

Prepare oven and baking sheet: Preheat oven to 350°F. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.

Step 02

Mix filling: Combine cream cheese, powdered sugar, cinnamon, nutmeg, and vanilla extract in a bowl; mix until smooth.

Step 03

Shape dough: Separate biscuit dough into 12 pieces and flatten each into a 3-inch round.

Step 04

Fill and seal: Place 1 teaspoon of filling in the center of each dough round. Fold edges upwards and pinch tightly to enclose filling, forming a ball.

Step 05

Arrange and brush: Place balls seam-side down on prepared baking sheet and brush each with melted butter.

Step 06

Bake: Bake for 14 to 16 minutes until golden brown.

Step 07

Prepare glaze: While baking, whisk powdered sugar and milk together until smooth.

Step 08

Finish and decorate: Remove biscuits from oven and let cool 5 minutes. Drizzle glaze over each and sprinkle with festive decorations.

Tools Needed

  • Mixing bowls
  • Spoon or spatula
  • Baking sheet
  • Parchment paper
  • Pastry brush

Allergy Details

Review all components for potential allergens and talk to your doctor with any questions.
  • Contains wheat (gluten), milk, and potentially eggs from biscuit dough. Verify ingredient labels for allergens.

Nutrition Details (per serving)

This nutritional breakdown is for your information and isn't a substitute for health advice.
  • Total Calories: 180
  • Total Fat: 8 g
  • Carbohydrates: 25 g
  • Proteins: 3 g