Warm, Sweet, and Simple: Donut Holes from Canned Biscuits
These donut holes are so simple I didn’t even bother taking step-by-step photos — they’re just that easy! All you need is a can of biscuits, a little oil for frying, and your favorite coating — powdered sugar or cinnamon sugar. In just a few minutes, you’ll have a warm, sweet treat that tastes like it came straight from the bakery. Perfect for a weekend breakfast, a quick snack, or a cozy pairing with your morning coffee. ☕🍩
📝 Ingredients
- 1 can biscuits — any kind, just not the layered biscuits
- Oil for frying
- Confectioners’ sugar
- Cinnamon sugar, as desired
That’s all you need to whip up a quick batch of warm, sweet donut holes — simple ingredients you probably already have on hand! 🍩☕
👩🍳 Let’s Make Donut Holes!
Cut the biscuits into quarters, then roll each piece gently to make small balls (or leave them as quarters — they’ll taste just as good!).
Heat enough oil in a deep skillet or fryer to cover the donut holes, and add just a few at a time. Watch closely — they cook fast! Don’t stir, but gently turn them to brown evenly on all sides.
When golden brown, remove and drain on paper towels.
For the coating, add confectioners’ sugar to a zip-top bag and drop in a few donut holes at a time. Shake or turn gently to coat. For a cinnamon sugar version, mix granulated sugar and cinnamon in a bag and repeat the same process.
Choose your favorite coating (or both!) and serve them warm for the best flavor. 🍩✨
💕 How My Mother Did It
My mother didn’t bother with donut holes — she made the real thing! She’d take canned biscuits, press a hole in the center, and stretch the dough out just a bit before dropping them into hot oil. Once golden brown, she’d glaze them with a simple mixture of confectioners’ sugar, a splash of milk, and a little vanilla — or sometimes she’d go all out with a chocolate glaze.
They weren’t exactly Dunkin’ Donuts, but they made a pretty good breakfast treat back in those days — and honestly, I still think they taste just as good today. ☕🍩
☕ A Sweet Little Shortcut
Whether you make donut holes or full donuts, this is one of those simple recipes that just feels like home. A can of biscuits, a little oil, and some sugar — that’s all it takes to create something warm, sweet, and nostalgic. Perfect for a quick weekend breakfast or an afternoon pick-me-up with a cup of coffee. Sometimes the simplest things really are the best. 💕🍩
