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Silent Night Bites: cinnamon-sugar biscuits with a buttery aroma.
Silent Night Bites bring warmth and simplicity to the festive table. These bites offer a cozy embrace of cinnamon and brown sugar, merging with the buttery essence of quartered biscuits. As they bake, a comforting aroma fills the kitchen, reminiscent of family gatherings and shared stories. Gently sweet, yet hearty, they're an invitation to linger a while longer, perhaps with a cup of tea by your side.
The texture of these bites is a delightful balance: the biscuits turn golden, the edges crisp, while the center stays tender. A helpful technique is to let the biscuits rest for a brief moment after drizzling the icing. This allows the icing to set just enough, making them easier to handle and even more enjoyable to eat. Experience the soft interior meeting the slight crunch of the exterior with every bite—truly a simple pleasure.
Sharing these bites is, in itself, a quiet celebration. Their straightforward preparation invites even occasional bakers to participate and share. Arrange them on your favorite serving dish and watch how effortlessly they become the centerpiece of an afternoon gathering or a cozy evening treat. The fuss-free nature ensures more time spent enjoying company rather than fussing in the kitchen.
Ingredients
For the biscuits:
- 12 ounces refrigerated biscuits quartered
- 3 tablespoons butter melted
- 1 teaspoon cinnamon
- 1/2 cup light brown sugar
For the glaze:
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 2 tablespoons butter melted
- 1 tablespoon vanilla extract
- 1-2 tablespoons milk
Directions
- Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F.
- Grease an 8x8-inch baking dish.
- Add the biscuits, the brown sugar, and the cinnamon to a mixing bowl and toss to coat.
- Distribute the coated biscuits pieces into the bottom of the prepared dish and drizzle with 3 tablespoons of the melted butter.
- Bake until golden, about 20-25 minutes.
- While the biscuits bake, in a bowl, whisk the powdered sugar, the remaining melted butter, the vanilla, and the milk together. Start with 1 tablespoon of the milk and add more if the icing is too thick.
- Drizzle the icing over the hot biscuits.
- Serve.
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