21 Easy Recipes That Start With a Can of Biscuits
From comforting casseroles to ooey gooey desserts!
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Admit it: we all love a good kitchen hack. Shortcuts in a busy world makes life easier, and in the case of kitchen shortcuts, more delicious, too. And look no further than a can of refrigerated biscuits the next time you're looking for a little quick inspo to get dinner on the table faster or to whip up a tasty dessert. Because much like refrigerated pizza dough and crescent roll recipes, canned biscuit recipes are not only easier and faster to make, but yield consistently flavorful results for every kind of meal.
Of course, there's a time and a place for making biscuits from scratch. There's also nothing wrong with popping open a can and following the directions as stated. But once you realize just how versatile store-bought dough can be, you'll never stop elevating canned biscuits. Use it as a topping for quick and easy casserole recipes, including breakfast casseroles to feed a crowd. Use them in place of pizza or bread dough for easy appetizers, or form them into classic monkey bread or sweet doughnut recipes!
You'll find plenty of air fryer recipes, Instant Pot recipes, and Crock-Pot recipes, too, if you want to make life even easier. The results, no matter how they are cooked, are pure comfort food. So scroll through our favorite ideas and see where you mood takes you. Then pop open a can and get cooking! Your meal will be ready in no time.
Biscuits and Gravy Casserole
Nothing says "good morning" on a chilly day better than a warm, comforting mix of biscuits, gravy, cheese, and eggs. You can even prep it the night before, so all you have to do is pop it in the oven when you wake up.
Get the Biscuits and Gravy Casserole recipe.
Monkey Bread
Perhaps the most popular hack invented for canned biscuits, a sticky, sweet monkey bread is always a crowdpleaser. The hardest part of this recipe is waiting the 15 minutes for it to cool before devouring it!
Get Ree's Monkey Bread recipe.
Cheesy Monkey Bread
Fact: There's no such thing as too much cheese. Why not try this savory spin on monkey bread the next time you're craving some carbs to go along with your meal? It's packed with eight ounces of havarti!
Get Ree's Cheesy Monkey Bread recipe.
Cinnamon Roll Breakfast Casserole
Okay so technically, this uses canned cinnamon roll dough not regular biscuit dough. But we couldn't help ourselves and had to include it. Just look at all that cinnamony sweet goodness!
Get Ree's Cinnamon Roll Breakfast Casserole recipe.
Mystery Rolls
Ree found this oldie-but-goodie recipe in her mom's recipe binder back in the day, and it's a keeper! We won't hold you in suspense. The mystery ingredients are butter, blue cheese, and biscuits. That's it!
Get Ree's Mystery Rolls recipe.
Frito Pie Chili Biscuit Skillet
Fritos, chili, biscuits―we may have found the trifecta of delicious comfort food, all in one skillet. Oh wait, don't forget the colby jack cheese! It only takes 15 minutes of prep time, too.
Get the Frito Pie Chili Biscuit Skillet recipe at Table for Two.
Southern Caprese Biscuit Breakfast Strata
Caprese-flavored anything usually entails basil, tomatoes, and mozzarella as the key ingredients. That's exactly the flavors to expect in this delectable casserole. Eggs and biscuits make it perfect for brunch any time of year.
Get the Southern Caprese Biscuit Breakfast Strata recipe at Orchids and Sweet Tea.
Coquito Donut Holes
If you've never had the spiked coconut drink coquito before, you're in for a treat! In fact, you're in for two treats, because you squeeze it into a piece of fried dough! Make these in less than 30 minutes.
Instant Pot Southwest Biscuit Egg Bake
Eggs, salsa, green chiles, biscuits, and cheese all get tossed in a Bundt pan and then in the Instant Pot for a delicious breakfast treat that only takes 15 minutes to cook.
Get the Instant Pot Southwest Biscuit Egg Bake recipe at Simple Happy Foodie.
Magic Marshmallow Monkey Bread Muffins
You might be wondering what's so magical about these muffins. Well, besides being mini monkey breads, the marshmallows in the middle disappear when baked. They leave behind an ooey gooey sweet center, though!
Get the Magic Marshmallow Monkey Bread Muffins at The Domestic Rebel.
Air Fryer Pizzas
Pizza is good any time of day, any day of the year. You can make these for a quick dinner or snack in less than 30 minutes thanks to your air fryer and a can of biscuit dough. Dibs on an extra cheesy slice!
Meatball Stuffed Biscuits
Need a quick appetizer idea? Take frozen meatballs, some mozzarella sticks, and canned biscuits and turn them into a party pleaser in no time. Serve marinara sauce on the side for dipping!
Buffalo Chicken Cups
Shredded chicken, buffalo sauce, blue cheese, and mozzarella are all packed into the cavity of a biscuit. Bake for 12 minutes and you've got an incredible appetizer or after school snack!
Chili Dog Biscuit Casserole
This is sure to become a weeknight family favorite. Hot dogs, canned chili, cheese, biscuits―what's not to love? It's got tons of five-star reviews and assembles in only ten minutes.
Get the Chili Dog Biscuit Casserole at The Salty Marshmallow.
Crock-Pot Chicken Pot Pie
Grab that slow cooker because you're going to love this twist on a comfy classic. While the filling finishes cooking, you make the biscuit separately and just pop them on top when you're ready to serve.
Pumpkin Caramel Monkey Bread
We'll never say no to a seasonal twist on a classic! This not only has the flavors of pumpkin and caramel but also a drizzle of white chocolate for good measure.
Get the Pumpkin Caramel Monkey Bread recipe at Pinch of Yum.
Bacon Cheeseburger Cups
Want another 30-minute meal idea? Try these or one of the other seven (!!) variations included in the post. They make a quick weeknight meal or a great appetizer.
Get the Bacon Cheeseburger Cups recipe at Dinner Then Dessert.
Biscuit Breakfast Bowl
The secret to making these biscuit bowls is to bake them on an upside down muffin pan, so you get a larger opening to fill with hash brown, cheese, eggs, and bacon. Then drizzle with gravy to finish!
Get the Biscuit Breakfast Bowl recipe at Razzle Dazzle Life.
Chicken Pot Pie Casserole
Another way to make chicken pot pie a little easier is to make a casserole! Make the biscuits separately and then add them to the top when you're ready to bake the mixture. That way, they stay crispy on top and creamy on the bottom.
Get the Chicken Pot Pie Casserole recipe at Rosalynn Daniels.
Air Fryer Donuts
You've got ten minutes, right? Great, then you can make these! Simply pop them in your air fryer and make a simple glaze. Sprinkles are optional, but you know you want them.
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