Cinnamon Biscuits

Marg (CaymanDesigns)'s Note:

I had these for the first time at my sister-in-law's when I was staying with them as a teen. They are now a much loved tradition in my home too. Any time it snows, the kids beg me to make them. I've changed them just a bit by adding the nuts but they are good with or without them. For an Orange Cinnamon variation see recipe #112535.

• Total Time: 43 mins
• Prep Time: 25 mins
• Cook Time: 18 mins

Ingredients:

Servings: 4

• 2 cups flour
• 1 tablespoon baking powder
• 1 teaspoon salt
• ¼ cup shortening
• ¾ cup milk
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• ¼ cup butter , melted (or very soft)
• ½ cup sugar
• 1 teaspoon cinnamon
• chopped pecans (optional)

Glaze

• 1 cup powdered sugar
• 1 -2 tablespoon milk
• ¼ teaspoon vanilla

Directions:

1. Combine flour, baking powder and salt; cut in shortening.
2. Add milk and 1 tsp. vanilla; stir with fork just until dough leaves sides of bowl.
3. Roll dough out, on lightly floured surface, into a 1/4 inch thick rectangle.
4. Brush top with butter (I prefer to use soft butter rather than melted).
5. Combine cinnamon and sugar; sprinkle evenly over dough.
6. Sprinkle with chopped pecans (or other nuts or raisins) if desired.
7. Roll up, starting on long side.
8. Cut into 1/2 inch thick rounds.
9. Place rounds, with sides just touching, in greased 9" round pan.
10. Bake at 425°F for 18-20 minutes or until golden brown.
11. Remove from oven and drizzle with glaze, serve warm.
12. For glaze: Combine all ingredients and beat until smooth.

Reviews

[WinnipegWoman]

I made these for breakfast for my family and then brought the extras to the neighbours. Everyone raved about them. My neighbour thought it was an "heirloom" recipe!! So easy to make. I did add extra flour to make my dough not so sticky. Definitely a keeper!

[Bonnie G #2]

No wonder you have some many great reviews and I'm just going to add to it; these were great and I'm so glad I've left overs saved to repeat tomorrow. Much easier than cinnamon rolls and great for a fast, sweet breakfast.

[under12parsecs]

I adore cinnamon rolls, but rarely take the time to make them. This is a wonderful quick and easy way to get that cinnamon fix! Tender and flakey, sweet and spicy. Love it!