Apple Pie Biscuits

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Apple Pie Biscuits are the perfect combination of soft, buttery biscuits and warm, cinnamon-spiced apples. Each bite tastes like a cozy slice of homemade apple pie, but in a flaky handheld form. Whether you serve them for breakfast, brunch, or dessert, these golden beauties are guaranteed to impress everyone at the table. Best of all, they’re easy to make with simple ingredients — no pie crust rolling required!

Ingredients:

  • 1 can (16.3 oz) refrigerated biscuit dough (8-count)
  • 2 medium apples (peeled, cored, and finely diced)
  • 2 tablespoons butter
  • 2 tablespoons brown sugar
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1/4 teaspoon nutmeg (optional)
  • 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 tablespoon cornstarch + 1 tablespoon water (for thickening)
  • 1/4 cup caramel sauce (optional, for drizzle)
  • Powdered sugar or glaze (optional)

Instructions:

Step 1: Prepare the Apple Filling

In a small saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat. Add the diced apples, brown sugar, cinnamon, and nutmeg. Stir and cook for about 5–7 minutes until the apples soften and release their juices.

Mix the cornstarch with water to make a slurry and add it to the apples. Stir for another minute or two until the mixture thickens slightly. Remove from heat and stir in the vanilla extract. Let the filling cool for a few minutes while you prepare the biscuits.

Step 2: Prepare the Biscuits

Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.

Take each biscuit and gently flatten it with your hands or a rolling pin to create a small circle (about 4 inches wide). Spoon about 1 tablespoon of the apple mixture into the center of each biscuit. Fold the edges over the filling and pinch to seal — like a little hand pie. Place the sealed side down on the baking sheet.

Step 3: Bake the Biscuits

Brush the tops lightly with melted butter and sprinkle with a little extra cinnamon sugar if desired. Bake for 13–15 minutes or until the biscuits are puffed up and golden brown. The smell will fill your kitchen with that warm, comforting apple pie aroma!

Step 4: Add the Finishing Touches

Once baked, allow the biscuits to cool slightly on a wire rack. Drizzle them with caramel sauce, dust them with powdered sugar, or top with a simple vanilla glaze for an extra sweet finish.

Optional Glaze:

  • 1/2 cup powdered sugar
  • 1–2 teaspoons milk
  • 1/4 teaspoon vanilla extract

Mix until smooth and drizzle over the warm biscuits before serving.

Serving Ideas

Apple Pie Biscuits are wonderfully versatile. You can serve them warm with a scoop of vanilla ice cream for dessert, or enjoy them plain with a cup of coffee in the morning. They’re also a great brunch treat or a cozy fall snack.

For a fun twist, add a spoonful of cream cheese or caramel inside each biscuit before sealing — it turns them into decadent filled pastries!

Tips for the Best Apple Pie Biscuits

  • Choose the right apples: Use firm, slightly tart apples like Granny Smith or Honeycrisp — they hold their shape and balance the sweetness perfectly.
  • Don’t overfill: A small spoonful of filling goes a long way! Too much can cause the biscuits to burst open while baking.
  • Seal tightly: Pinch the edges firmly or press with a fork to keep the filling inside.
  • Make it your own: Try adding chopped nuts, raisins, or even a bit of maple syrup to the filling for extra texture and flavor.
  • For extra shine: Brush the tops with an egg wash (1 egg + 1 tablespoon water) before baking.

Storage and Reheating

Store leftover biscuits in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2 days or in the refrigerator for up to 5 days. Reheat in a toaster oven or air fryer for a few minutes to bring back their flaky texture. Avoid microwaving too long, as it can make them soft and chewy.

Why You’ll Love This Recipe

These Apple Pie Biscuits combine everything we love about homemade desserts — buttery dough, spiced apples, and cozy flavor — but without the fuss of making a pie crust. They’re easy enough for a weekday treat but impressive enough for holidays or gatherings. Plus, they fill your kitchen with that irresistible “freshly baked pie” smell that makes everyone hungry instantly!

Variations

  • Apple Cinnamon Rolls: Spread the apple filling over the flattened biscuit dough, roll it up, slice into spirals, and bake — like mini apple pie cinnamon rolls.
  • Apple Pie Bombs: Wrap the biscuit dough completely around the apple filling, then bake in a muffin tin for bite-sized versions.
  • Glazed Apple Biscuits: Instead of filling them, bake plain biscuits and spoon warm apple mixture on top, finishing with glaze.

Final Thoughts

If you’re craving the taste of apple pie but don’t want to deal with dough and lattice crusts, Apple Pie Biscuits are your new go-to. They’re soft, gooey, and bursting with cinnamon-spiced apple goodness in every bite. Serve them at brunch, during the holidays, or as a late-night snack — either way, they’ll disappear fast!

✨ Pro tip: Enjoy one warm with a drizzle of caramel and a scoop of vanilla ice cream. It’s pure fall bliss in biscuit form!

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