It’s Pillsbury week here at Brit + Co, and we’ve been baking up a storm. But, before we get to all of our creations, here are 12 recipes from our favorite fellow foodies (as well as a few from our archive) that are sure to inspire culinary creativity in the form of biscuits, rolls, buns, and more.
12 Ways to Pimp Out Your Pillsbury

By Anjelika TempleJan 21, 2013
Anjelika Temple
As Co-Founder and Chief Creative Officer of Brit + Co, Anjelika Temple brings her voracious consumption of all things creative and colorful to DIY projects, geeky gadgetry finds and more. When she's not DIY-ing her heart out, you'll find her throwing dinner parties with friends or adventuring with her husband David, their daughters Anokhi and Indira, and their silly dog Turkey.

It’s Pillsbury week here at Brit + Co, and we’ve been baking up a storm. But, before we get to all of our creations, here are 12 recipes from our favorite fellow foodies (as well as a few from our archive) that are sure to inspire culinary creativity in the form of biscuits, rolls, buns, and more.
Sugared Donut Holes
To whip up these delightful donut-inspired treats, fry biscuit dough for about 2 minutes, dust with sugar, and you’re good to go. (via Rasa Malaysia)
Chocolate-Dipped Peanut Butter Empanadas
Cookie dough and pie crust come together beautifully in this sweet take on the empanada. (via Pillsbury)
Cheesy Apple Pie in Apples
Apple pie… in cheese-filled apples? Top with a crescent roll lattice and you’ve got your new favorite comfort food. (via Brit + Co.)
Apple Dumplings
Speaking of apples, this recipe for apple dumplings includes Mountain Dew! (via The Pioneer Woman)
Cheesecake Nutella Twists
Who needs Pop Tarts when you can make your own insanely delicious breakfast pastries with nothing more than crescent rolls, Nutella and cheesecake? (via Inside Bru Crew Life)
Bacon and Egg Savory Cupcakes
We think the name and photo say it all for this one. (via Betty Crocker)
Crescent Layer Bars
These indulgent little devils will definitely score points at the next bake sale. (via Bake Me More)
Strawberry Cake Mix Cookies
Perfect for Valentine’s Day sweets! (via Averie Cooks)
Cinnamon Bun Pie
Inspired by a Momofuku creation, this cinnamon bun pie is definitely on our to-do list. (via Averie Cooks)
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