52 Canned Biscuit Recipes That Make the Most of This Must-Have

Updated on Sep. 20, 2024

Put the convenience of ready-made dough to work in these recipes that make the most of canned biscuits.

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Surprise Monkey Bread

When my neighbor hosts brunch, she always asks that I make this monkey bread recipe. I also make a savory version with garlic and cheese for dinner. —Lois Rutherford, Elkton, Florida

Also, try Dolly Parton’s buttermilk biscuits which are easy to make, soft, and tender.

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Garlic Knots

Total Time 25 min
Servings 2-1/2 dozen
From the Recipe Creator: These novel knots are handy because they can be made ahead of time and re-heated when needed. —Jane Paschke, University Park, Florida
Nutrition Facts: 1 roll: 46 calories, 2g fat (0 saturated fat), 0 cholesterol, 105mg sodium, 6g carbohydrate (0 sugars, 0 fiber), 1g protein.

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Best Chicken ‘n’ Biscuits

Total Time 30 min
Servings 6 servings
From the Recipe Creator: Quick and comforting, this delicious chicken and biscuits recipe is filled with chunky chicken, colorful veggies and spoonfuls of creamy flavor. It’s guaranteed to warm your family to their toes! —Judith Whitford, East Aurora, New York
Nutrition Facts: 1-2/3 cups: 447 calories, 15g fat (4g saturated fat), 63mg cholesterol, 1612mg sodium, 49g carbohydrate (9g sugars, 4g fiber), 31g protein.

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Waffle-Iron Pizzas

Total Time 30 min
Servings 4 servings
From the Recipe Creator: These little waffle pizzas are a fun mashup using the waffle iron. Try your favorite toppings or even breakfast fillings like ham and eggs. —Amy Lents, Grand Forks, North Dakota
Nutrition Facts: 1 pizza (calculated without sauce): 461 calories, 21g fat (8g saturated fat), 28mg cholesterol, 1650mg sodium, 50g carbohydrate (5g sugars, 2g fiber), 19g protein.
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Savory Biscuit-Breadsticks

Total Time 20 min
Servings 10 breadsticks
From the Recipe Creator: I love to experiment in the kitchen with simple ingredients like refrigerated biscuits. The results are usually a big hit—these super fast breadsticks are an example. —Billy Hensley, Mount Carmel, Tennessee
Nutrition Facts: 1 breadstick: 142 calories, 8g fat (2g saturated fat), 3mg cholesterol, 353mg sodium, 16g carbohydrate (2g sugars, 0 fiber), 3g protein.
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Mini Nutella Doughnuts

Total Time 35 min
Servings 32 doughnuts
From the Recipe Creator: You can make these bites in advance and refrigerate them before frying. Just be sure to bring the dough to room temperature before frying. —Renee Greene, Smithtown, New York
Nutrition Facts: 1 doughnut: 99 calories, 6g fat (1g saturated fat), 6mg cholesterol, 142mg sodium, 10g carbohydrate (5g sugars, 0 fiber), 2g protein.
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Cheesy Caramelized Onion Skillet Bread

Total Time 1 hour 5 min
Servings 8 servings
From the Recipe Creator: This appetizer is perfect for a football game or informal party, but it came about because I have two sons who are always hungry. I needed time to get dinner on the table after coming home from work. They love the skillet bread for the flavor, and I love it because it keeps them in the kitchen to chat while I prepare the rest of dinner! If you’d like, you can use homemade biscuits instead of prepared. —Mary M. Leverette, Columbia, South Carolina
Nutrition Facts: 1 serving: 352 calories, 25g fat (13g saturated fat), 45mg cholesterol, 874mg sodium, 27g carbohydrate (4g sugars, 1g fiber), 7g protein.
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Comforting Chicken A La King

Total Time 25 min
Servings 4 servings
From the Recipe Creator: I’ve been making this thick and creamy Chicken a la King recipe for over 30 years. It’s a wonderful way to create a quick lunch or dinner with leftover chicken. —Ruth Lee, Troy, Ontario
Nutrition Facts: 1 serving: 551 calories, 34g fat (15g saturated fat), 110mg cholesterol, 1185mg sodium, 35g carbohydrate (8g sugars, 2g fiber), 29g protein.
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Turtle Skillet

Total Time 45 min
Servings 8 servings
From the Recipe Creator: This caramel-chocolate dip with buttery biscuit dippers is delicious! You can use refrigerated croissants instead of biscuits for a flakier texture and caramel dip instead of sauce. —Betsy Tankersley, Flat Rock, North Carolina
Nutrition Facts: 1 serving: 416 calories, 23g fat (13g saturated fat), 40mg cholesterol, 653mg sodium, 49g carbohydrate (26g sugars, 2g fiber), 5g protein.
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Breakfast Biscuit Cups

Total Time 50 min
Servings 8 servings
From the Recipe Creator: The first time I made these cups, my husband and his assistant coach came into the kitchen right as I pulled the pan from the oven. They devoured the biscuits! —Debra Carlson, Columbus Junction, Iowa
Nutrition Facts: 1 biscuit cup: 303 calories, 18g fat (6g saturated fat), 72mg cholesterol, 774mg sodium, 26g carbohydrate (7g sugars, 1g fiber), 9g protein.
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Fruity Pull-Apart Bread

Total Time 50 min
Servings 8 servings
From the Recipe Creator: Who doesn't love to start the day with monkey bread? This skillet version is packed with bright berries and dolloped with irresistibly rich cream cheese. A sprinkle of fresh basil brings it all together. —Darla Andrews, Schertz, Texas
Nutrition Facts: 1 serving: 383 calories, 20g fat (9g saturated fat), 30mg cholesterol, 641mg sodium, 49g carbohydrate (28g sugars, 2g fiber), 5g protein.
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Chicken Biscuit Casserole

Total Time 1 hour 5 min
Servings 8 servings
From the Recipe Creator: Golden biscuits cover this homespun dish laden with chicken, broccoli and cheese. It's then topped with a celery seed mixture. My family requests this all-in-one dinner once a month. —Karen Weirick, Bourbon, Indiana
Nutrition Facts: 1 serving: 527 calories, 31g fat (9g saturated fat), 150mg cholesterol, 1245mg sodium, 29g carbohydrate (3g sugars, 3g fiber), 32g protein.
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Sloppy Joe Pie

Total Time 50 min
Servings 7 servings
From the Recipe Creator: To be honest, I don't hear many compliments on this dish...folks are always too busy eating! I developed the recipe by grabbing ingredients from my refrigerator and cupboards one "crunch time" when I needed an easy dish fast. —Kathy McCreary, Goddard, Kansas
Nutrition Facts: 1 each: 371 calories, 17g fat (7g saturated fat), 49mg cholesterol, 1174mg sodium, 33g carbohydrate (5g sugars, 2g fiber), 19g protein.
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Chimichurri Monkey Bread

Total Time 40 min
Servings 12 servings
From the Recipe Creator: The herby goodness of my favorite sauce shines in this nostalgic bread recipe that comes together quickly thanks to refrigerated biscuits. Serve warm as an appetizer with marinara for dipping, or as a side to an Italian entree. —Eden Dranger, Los Angeles
Nutrition Facts: 1 serving: 209 calories, 11g fat (3g saturated fat), 0 cholesterol, 588mg sodium, 25g carbohydrate (3g sugars, 0 fiber), 3g protein.
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Biscuit Turkey Bake

Total Time 30 min
Servings 5 servings
From the Recipe Creator: As a college student, I go for stick-to-your-ribs foods that are also easy on the budget. Here's one that fits the bill. I like to bake this casserole for friends' birthdays. —Stephanie Denning, Mt. Pleasant, Iowa
Nutrition Facts: 1 serving: 327 calories, 13g fat (5g saturated fat), 34mg cholesterol, 1117mg sodium, 38g carbohydrate (6g sugars, 2g fiber), 14g protein.
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Cherry Pull-Apart Bread

Total Time 1 hour 10 min
Servings 8 servings
From the Recipe Creator: Every year I make a huge batch of my cherry bread —some goes to friends as a special treat, and the rest we enjoy as part of our Christmas breakfast. Refrigerated biscuits give the texture of scones to a pretty loaf that's much quicker than yeast bread made from scratch. —Beverly Batty, Forest Lake, Minnesota
Nutrition Facts: 1 slice: 319 calories, 15g fat (7g saturated fat), 17mg cholesterol, 511mg sodium, 42g carbohydrate (16g sugars, 2g fiber), 5g protein.
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Buffalo Chicken Pockets

Total Time 30 min
Servings 8 pockets
From the Recipe Creator: Here’s my idea of pub food made easy: biscuits flavored with Buffalo wing sauce and blue cheese. They're my Friday night favorite. —Maria Regakis, Saugus, Massachusetts
Nutrition Facts: 1 pocket (calculated without blue cheese dressing): 258 calories, 12g fat (5g saturated fat), 35mg cholesterol, 987mg sodium, 25g carbohydrate (3g sugars, 1g fiber), 12g protein.
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Mini Shepherd’s Pies

Total Time 50 min
Servings 5 servings
From the Recipe Creator: I’m as confident serving these little pies to company as to family. If I have enough time, I’ll use homemade biscuits and mashed potatoes. —Ellen Osborne, Clarksville, Tennessee
Nutrition Facts: 2 mini shepherd's pies: 612 calories, 36g fat (15g saturated fat), 92mg cholesterol, 1094mg sodium, 49g carbohydrate (11g sugars, 2g fiber), 24g protein.
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Chocolate Lover's Strawberry Shortcakes

Total Time 35 min
Servings 8 shortcakes
From the Recipe Creator: As a mom of four, I appreciate shortcut recipes. This one uses refrigerated biscuits, giving me time for special touches, like adding homemade whipped cream and hot fudge. —Melissa Haines, Valparaiso, Indiana
Nutrition Facts: 1 serving (calculated without fudge topping): 332 calories, 18g fat (9g saturated fat), 41mg cholesterol, 628mg sodium, 40g carbohydrate (16g sugars, 2g fiber), 5g protein.
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Farmhouse Barbecue Muffins

Total Time 40 min
Servings 10 servings
From the Recipe Creator: Tangy barbecue sauce, fluffy biscuits and cheddar cheese combine to make these hearty muffins. Try them with ground turkey or other shredded cheeses to vary the flavor if you'd like. —Karen Kenney, Harvard, Illinois
Nutrition Facts: Nutrition Facts: 1 muffin: 226 calories, 9 g fat (5 g saturated fat), 42 mg cholesterol, 477 mg sodium, 21 g carbohydrate, trace fiber, 14 g protein.
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Ham ‘n’ Cheese Biscuit Stacks

Total Time 1 hour 10 min
Servings 40 appetizers
From the Recipe Creator: These finger sandwiches are filling enough to satisfy hearty appetites. I've served the fun little stacks at every event, including holiday gatherings, showers and tailgate parties. —Kelly Williams, Forked River, New Jersey
Nutrition Facts: 1 appetizer: 121 calories, 7g fat (3g saturated fat), 16mg cholesterol, 412mg sodium, 11g carbohydrate (2g sugars, 0 fiber), 4g protein.
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Pull-Apart Herb Bread

Total Time 30 min
Servings 10 servings
From the Recipe Creator: The ingredients for this recipe are so simple and the results so spectacular that I'm always willing to share the secret. It's actually a variation of a doughnut recipe I made years ago, using refrigerated biscuits. The best part of having this bread is tearing it apart and eating it warm. —Evelyn Kenney, Hamilton, New Jersey
Nutrition Facts: 1 piece: 257 calories, 14g fat (8g saturated fat), 23mg cholesterol, 569mg sodium, 25g carbohydrate (4g sugars, 1g fiber), 6g protein.
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Sausage Biscuit Bites

Total Time 30 min
Servings 40 appetizers
From the Recipe Creator: I sometimes bake these little morsels the night before and refrigerate them. Then I put them in the slow cooker in the morning so that my husband can share them with his co-workers. The bites are always gone in a hurry. —Audrey Marler, Kokomo, Indiana
Nutrition Facts: 1 appetizer: 41 calories, 3g fat (1g saturated fat), 3mg cholesterol, 107mg sodium, 4g carbohydrate (1g sugars, 0 fiber), 1g protein.
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Turkey Biscuit Skillet

Total Time 30 min
Servings 6 servings
From the Recipe Creator: My mother always made this skillet while we were growing up. Now I make it for my husband and kids. I use the small-size biscuits because the larger ones don't seem to brown up as nicely on the top. —Keri Boffeli, Monticello, Iowa
Nutrition Facts: 1 serving: 319 calories, 10g fat (4g saturated fat), 43mg cholesterol, 878mg sodium, 36g carbohydrate (4g sugars, 2g fiber), 22g protein.
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Orange Dream Pull-Apart Bread

Total Time 1 hour
Servings 10 servings
From the Recipe Creator: Who doesn’t love a good pull-apart bread? And what baker doesn’t like one that starts with a time-saving ingredient like canned biscuits? This monkey bread is gooey, sweet and so tempting with a hint of orange.
Nutrition Facts: 2 filled biscuits: 444 calories, 30g fat (12g saturated fat), 49mg cholesterol, 612mg sodium, 42g carbohydrate (25g sugars, 1g fiber), 5g protein.
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Cinnamon Fruit Biscuits

Total Time 30 min
Servings 10 servings
From the Recipe Creator: Because these sweet treats are so easy, I'm almost embarrassed when people ask me for the recipe. They're a snap to make with refrigerated buttermilk biscuits, sugar, cinnamon and your favorite fruit preserves. —Ione Burham, Washington, Iowa
Nutrition Facts: 1 biscuit: 178 calories, 5g fat (3g saturated fat), 12mg cholesterol, 323mg sodium, 31g carbohydrate (14g sugars, 0 fiber), 3g protein.
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Pesto Pull-Apart Bread

Total Time 40 min
Servings 16 servings
From the Recipe Creator: I combined some of my favorite flavors in an easy bread to complement our Italian meals. I make the pesto, oven-dried tomatoes and roasted red peppers, but store-bought versions work too. —Sue Gronholz, Beaver Dam, Wisconsin (Field Editor),
Nutrition Facts: 1 serving: 152 calories, 9g fat (3g saturated fat), 5mg cholesterol, 410mg sodium, 13g carbohydrate (2g sugars, 1g fiber), 3g protein.
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Mini Chicken & Biscuit Sandwiches

Total Time 30 min
Servings 5 servings
From the Recipe Creator: My 11-year-old son invented these sliders at dinner one night when he set his chicken on a biscuit. The rest of us tried it his way, and now we enjoy these sandwiches all the time. —Jodie Kolsan, Palm Coast, Florida
Nutrition Facts: 2 mini sandwiches (calculated without optional toppings): 367 calories, 16g fat (4g saturated fat), 69mg cholesterol, 1029mg sodium, 28g carbohydrate (4g sugars, 0 fiber), 27g protein.
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Easy Chicken and Dumplings

Total Time 30 min
Servings 6 servings (2-1/4 quarts)
From the Recipe Creator: Using precooked chicken and ready-made biscuits, this hearty dish is comfort food made simple. It's the perfect way to warm up on chilly nights. —Lakeya Astwood, Schenectady, New York
Nutrition Facts: 1-1/2 cups: 420 calories, 20g fat (5g saturated fat), 83mg cholesterol, 1443mg sodium, 26g carbohydrate (6g sugars, 1g fiber), 34g protein.
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Heart’s Desire Pizza

Total Time 35 min
Servings 8 individual pizzas
From the Recipe Creator: Sweethearts of all ages will have a delightful time sprinkling these fun personal heart pizzas with whatever tasty toppings they love most. —Taste Recipes Test Kitchen
Nutrition Facts: 1 pizza: 342 calories, 19g fat (9g saturated fat), 38mg cholesterol, 925mg sodium, 30g carbohydrate (7g sugars, 2g fiber), 13g protein.
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Easy Parmesan Biscuits

Total Time 15 min
Servings 5 biscuits
From the Recipe Creator: This recipe is simple but a delicious addition to any meal. The children love to dip the ready-made biscuits in butter and coat it with the cheese. Warm from the oven, one biscuit per person usually isn’t enough. —Linda Becker, Olympia, Washington
Nutrition Facts: 1 biscuit: 177 calories, 10g fat (6g saturated fat), 25mg cholesterol, 462mg sodium, 16g carbohydrate (0 sugars, 0 fiber), 6g protein.
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Lemon Pull-Apart Coffee Cake

Total Time 30 min
Servings 10 servings
From the Recipe Creator: I found this recipe in a newspaper and make it often. I like to bake this coffee cake when unexpected company stops in and I need something speedy to go with a cup of coffee. —Mary Tallman, Arbor Vitae, Wisconsin
Nutrition Facts: 4 pieces : 175 calories, 5g fat (2g saturated fat), 6mg cholesterol, 315mg sodium, 31g carbohydrate (13g sugars, 0 fiber), 4g protein.
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Lunch Box Pizzas

Total Time 20 min
Servings 10 servings
From the Recipe Creator: When you have these fun-to-make mini pizzas, it's no challenge finding lunch fare that the kids enjoy. Plus they pack nicely in sandwich bags and travel well, so there's no mess. —Rhonda Cliett, Belton, Texas
Nutrition Facts: 1 each: 94 calories, 4g fat (2g saturated fat), 9mg cholesterol, 292mg sodium, 11g carbohydrate (0 sugars, 0 fiber), 4g protein.
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Turkey Biscuit Stew

Total Time 35 min
Servings 8 servings
From the Recipe Creator: This chunky stew makes a hearty supper, especially in the fall and winter. It'salso a great way to use extra turkey during the holidays. —Lori Schlecht, Wimbledon, North Dakota
Nutrition Facts: 3/4 cup stew with 1 biscuit: 345 calories, 15g fat (7g saturated fat), 53mg cholesterol, 960mg sodium, 36g carbohydrate (7g sugars, 2g fiber), 18g protein.
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Sweet Potato Dumplings

Total Time 1 hour 10 min
Servings 10 servings
From the Recipe Creator: When family stays over after a holiday dinner, we make sweet potato dumplings, bacon and eggs for breakfast. And later, we even serve these dumplings for dessert. —Mary Leverette, Columbia, South Carolina
Nutrition Facts: 2 dumplings: 482 calories, 17g fat (9g saturated fat), 24mg cholesterol, 653mg sodium, 81g carbohydrate (48g sugars, 1g fiber), 5g protein.
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Pull-Apart Caramel Coffee Cake

Total Time 35 min
Servings 16 servings
From the Recipe Creator: The first time I made this delightful breakfast treat for a brunch party, it was a huge hit. Now I get requests every time family or friends do anything around the breakfast hour! I always keep the four simple ingredients on hand. —Jaime Keeling, Keizer, Oregon
Nutrition Facts: 5 pieces : 204 calories, 8g fat (3g saturated fat), 10mg cholesterol, 457mg sodium, 31g carbohydrate (16g sugars, 0 fiber), 3g protein.
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Egg Biscuit Bake

Total Time 30 min
Servings 6 servings
From the Recipe Creator: This all-in-one brunch bake is a variation of a simple cheesy egg dish my mother used to make. It's become our favorite comfort food. —Alice Le Duc, Cedarburg, Wisconsin
Nutrition Facts: 1 each: 486 calories, 26g fat (13g saturated fat), 405mg cholesterol, 1347mg sodium, 35g carbohydrate (7g sugars, 1g fiber), 28g protein.
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Meaty Sloppy Joe Pockets

Total Time 1 hour 5 min
Servings 8 servings
From the Recipe Creator: It’s easy to turn sloppy joes into hearty hot pocket snacks. I make the filling ahead and use refrigerated biscuits. I time them so they’re done baking just before kickoff. —Shelly Flye, Albion, Maine
Nutrition Facts: 1 pocket (calculated without cheese): 294 calories, 11 g fat (4 g saturated fat), 35 mg cholesterol, 909 mg sodium, 33 g carbohydrate (9 g sugars, 1 g fiber), 15 g protein.
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Spinach Dip Pull-Aparts

Total Time 1 hour 20 min
Servings 15 servings
From the Recipe Creator: Even picky eaters who don't like to eat spinach will dig into these tasty little bites. — Kelly Williams, Forked River, New Jersey
Nutrition Facts: 2 balls with 2 tablespoons sauce: 182 calories, 10g fat (4g saturated fat), 21mg cholesterol, 408mg sodium, 18g carbohydrate (0 sugars, 1g fiber), 6g protein.
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Sausage Cheese Biscuits

Total Time 30 min
Servings 10 servings
From the Recipe Creator: These breakfast-in-a-biscuit goodies will appeal to the young...and the young at heart. It's one of my favorite recipes because it doesn't require any special ingredients. —Marlene Neideigh, Myrtle Point, Oregon
Nutrition Facts: 1 biscuit: 227 calories, 16g fat (6g saturated fat), 57mg cholesterol, 548mg sodium, 16g carbohydrate (3g sugars, 0 fiber), 8g protein.
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Berry-Filled Doughnuts

Total Time 25 min
Servings 10 doughnuts
From the Recipe Creator: Four ingredients are all you'll need for this sure-bet breakfast treat. Friends and family will never guess that refrigerated buttermilk biscuits are the base for these golden, jelly-filled doughnuts. —Ginny Watson, Broken Arrow, Oklahoma
Nutrition Facts: 1 doughnut: 190 calories, 7g fat (1g saturated fat), 0 cholesterol, 360mg sodium, 30g carbohydrate (17g sugars, 0 fiber), 2g protein.
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Cheeseburger Pockets

Total Time 40 min
Servings 5 servings
From the Recipe Creator: Ground beef is my favorite meat to cook with because it's so versatile, flavorful and economical. Refrigerated biscuits save you the trouble of making dough from scratch. —Pat Chambless, Crowder, Oklahoma
Nutrition Facts: 1 serving: 299 calories, 10g fat (5g saturated fat), 36mg cholesterol, 1101mg sodium, 34g carbohydrate (1g sugars, 0 fiber), 17g protein.
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Beef ‘n’ Biscuit Bake

Total Time 30 min
Servings 8 servings
From the Recipe Creator: This recipe is quick, easy and satisfying. With its beef and corn combo, it's cozy cuisine at its best! —Erin Schneider, St. Peters, Missouri
Nutrition Facts: 1 serving: 439 calories, 19g fat (8g saturated fat), 46mg cholesterol, 1180mg sodium, 44g carbohydrate (10g sugars, 5g fiber), 21g protein.
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Beefy French Onion Potpie

Total Time 30 min
Servings 4 servings
From the Recipe Creator: I came up with this dish knowing that my husband loves French onion soup—which I turned into a perfect base for the hearty, beefy potpie. —Sara Hutchens, Du Quoin, Illinois
Nutrition Facts: 1 serving: 553 calories, 23g fat (10g saturated fat), 98mg cholesterol, 1550mg sodium, 47g carbohydrate (4g sugars, 1g fiber), 38g protein.
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Beefy Biscuit Cups

Total Time 30 min
Servings 8 servings
From the Recipe Creator: On-the-go families will love these pizza-flavored goodies. They're made in a wink with convenient refrigerated biscuits and a jar of prepared spaghetti sauce. —Kimberly Ledon, St. Marys, Georgia
Nutrition Facts: 1 each: 291 calories, 17g fat (7g saturated fat), 54mg cholesterol, 641mg sodium, 17g carbohydrate (3g sugars, 1g fiber), 17g protein.
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Pizza Monkey Bread

Total Time 55 min
Servings 16 servings
From the Recipe Creator: I cannot throw a party without making this recipe. It's fast and easy, and my kids love it. —Courtney Wilson, Fresno, California
Nutrition Facts: 1 serving: 288 calories, 17g fat (5g saturated fat), 12mg cholesterol, 723mg sodium, 26g carbohydrate (6g sugars, 1g fiber), 8g protein.
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Ham Potato Puffs

Total Time 45 min
Servings 10 puffs
From the Recipe Creator: This is a different way to use up leftover mashed potatoes. It was an instant hit with our teenagers. —Brad Eichelberger, York, Pennsylvania
Nutrition Facts: 1 puff: 165 calories, 5g fat (3g saturated fat), 20mg cholesterol, 592mg sodium, 21g carbohydrate (0 sugars, 0 fiber), 8g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 1-1/2 starch, 1 fat.
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Taco Bubble Pizza

Total Time 50 min
Servings 8 servings
From the Recipe Creator: Your entire family's going to be requesting this Taco Bubble Pizza recipe! Lucky for you, it's a cinch with tomato soup, taco seasoning and refrigerated biscuits. Set up a taco bar and let everyone add his or her favorite toppings. —Dawn Schutter, Titonka, Iowa
Nutrition Facts: 1 serving: 500 calories, 29g fat (14g saturated fat), 88mg cholesterol, 1317mg sodium, 34g carbohydrate (9g sugars, 1g fiber), 27g protein.
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Bacon-Sausage Quiche Tarts

Total Time 40 min
Servings 40 appetizers
From the Recipe Creator: As a teacher, I attend many meetings and also have special celebrations with rest of the staff. The other teachers are very fond of this treat and often request that I bring it to our functions. —Jackie Milliken, Pittsboro, North Carolina
Nutrition Facts: 1 tart: 97 calories, 5g fat (3g saturated fat), 30mg cholesterol, 245mg sodium, 9g carbohydrate (0 sugars, 0 fiber), 4g protein.
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Monkey Bread

Total Time 45 min
Servings 12 servings
From the Recipe Creator: Both of my boys really enjoyed helping me make this butterscotch monkey bread when they were young. It seemed to taste twice as good when they helped fix it. It's one of our favorites for breakfast or as a snack. —Carol Allen, McLeansboro, Illinois
Nutrition Facts: 1 serving: 223 calories, 11g fat (5g saturated fat), 20mg cholesterol, 343mg sodium, 30g carbohydrate (19g sugars, 1g fiber), 2g protein.
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Tomato Bacon Cups

Total Time 30 min
Servings 2-1/2 dozen
From the Recipe Creator: These savory biscuits have a flavorful tomato and bacon filling. “I got the recipe at a friend’s house one Thanksgiving,” Paige English relates from Portland, Oregon. “I’ve made them at special gatherings ever since. They always disappear fast.”
Nutrition Facts: 1 appetizer: 73 calories, 5g fat (1g saturated fat), 2mg cholesterol, 161mg sodium, 5g carbohydrate (1g sugars, 0 fiber), 2g protein.
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Alfredo Chicken & Biscuits

Total Time 3 hours 40 min
Servings 10 servings
From the Recipe Creator: For a cute potpie presentation, dish this creamy chicken up in ramekins and top each with a biscuit. I sometimes serve it over hot linguine, too. —Jennifer Jordan of Hubbard, Ohio
Nutrition Facts: 1 serving: 480 calories, 20g fat (9g saturated fat), 102mg cholesterol, 1305mg sodium, 36g carbohydrate (10g sugars, 5g fiber), 37g protein.