Cinnamon Sugar Butter Biscuits
These warm, soft biscuits topped with sweet cinnamon sugar combine comforting flavors and a flaky texture, perfect for breakfast or as a sweet snack.
Ingredients
Biscuit Ingredients
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tablespoon baking powder
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ¼ cup granulated sugar
- ½ cup unsalted butter, cold and cubed Cold butter is essential for flaky texture.
- ¾ cup milk Almond or oat milk can be used as alternatives.
Cinnamon Sugar Topping
- ¼ cup granulated sugar
- 1 tablespoon ground cinnamon
Instructions
Preparation
- Gather all the ingredients and measure them out before starting.
- Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C).
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the flour, baking powder, salt, and 1/4 cup of sugar. Whisk until well mixed.
- Add the cold, cubed butter to the dry mixture and mix until it resembles coarse crumbs.
- Pour in the milk and stir gently until just combined.
- Turn the dough onto a lightly floured surface and knead a few times until it comes together.
- Roll out the dough to about 1 inch thick and cut out biscuits using a cutter.
- Place the cut biscuits onto a parchment-lined baking sheet.
- In a small bowl, mix the remaining 1/4 cup sugar with the cinnamon and sprinkle over the biscuits.
- Bake in the preheated oven for about 12–15 minutes until golden brown.
- Let the biscuits cool slightly on a wire rack before serving.
Notes
These biscuits can be enjoyed with honey, jam, or fruit preserves. For a richer flavor, try browning the butter before adding it to the mixture.