Apple Pie Biscuits with Caramel Glaze
Course: Breakfast, Dessert, SnacksCuisine: AmericanDifficulty: Easy8
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minutes22
minutes300
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minutesApple Pie Biscuits are the perfect blend of flaky biscuit dough and warm apple pie filling, baked to golden perfection and topped with a buttery caramel glaze. Using canned biscuit dough makes this recipe incredibly quick and convenient, while still delivering that cozy, homemade taste. Whether you serve them for breakfast, brunch, dessert, or a holiday treat, these sweet biscuits are sure to impress with minimal effort!
Ingredients
- For the Apple Filling
2 medium apples (Honeycrisp, Gala, or Granny Smith), peeled and diced
2 tablespoons butter
2 tablespoons brown sugar
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
¼ teaspoon nutmeg (optional)
1 teaspoon lemon juice
1 teaspoon cornstarch (optional, for thickening)
- For the Biscuits
1 can (8-count) refrigerated biscuit dough (like Pillsbury Grands or similar)
- For the Caramel Glaze
3 tablespoons butter
¼ cup brown sugar
2 tablespoons heavy cream or milk
½ teaspoon vanilla extract
Pinch of salt
Directions
- Prepare the Apple Filling
– In a skillet over medium heat, melt butter.
– Add diced apples, brown sugar, cinnamon, nutmeg, and lemon juice.
– Cook 4–5 minutes until apples soften.
– If you want a thicker filling, sprinkle in cornstarch and stir.
– Remove from heat and let cool slightly. - Prep the Biscuits
– Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and grease a muffin tin or small baking dish.
– Separate the biscuit dough pieces.
– Flatten each biscuit slightly with your hands or a rolling pin. - Fill the Biscuits
– Spoon a small amount of apple filling into the center of each biscuit.
– Fold and pinch the edges closed to seal the filling inside, forming a round or biscuit “bomb.”
– Place seam-side down in the muffin tin or baking dish. - Bake
– Bake for 18–22 minutes, until golden brown on top.
– Remove from oven and let them rest for a few minutes. - Make the Caramel Glaze
– In a small saucepan, melt butter over medium heat.
– Stir in brown sugar and cream, and let it simmer for 2 minutes.
– Add vanilla and a pinch of salt, then remove from heat. - Finish & Serve
– Spoon or drizzle the warm caramel glaze over the baked biscuits.
– Serve immediately while warm and gooey!
Tips for Best Results
- Use tart apples (like Granny Smith) for a balance of flavor.
- Add chopped pecans or walnuts for crunch.
- Don’t overfill the biscuits to prevent leaking.
- You can bake them in a round pan, muffin tin, or cast iron skillet.
Nutrition (Per Serving – Approximate)
- Calories: 260
- Protein: 4g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Fat: 13g
- Fiber: 2g
- Sugar: 16g
Storage & Reheating
Refrigerate:
Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days.
Reheat:
Microwave for 15–20 seconds or warm in the oven at 300°F (150°C) for 5 minutes.
Freeze:
Freeze unglazed biscuits for up to 2 months. Thaw and reheat before adding glaze.
FAQs
1. Can I use canned apple pie filling instead of fresh apples?
Yes! Just chop it into smaller pieces and skip the stovetop step.
2. Can I make these in a baking dish instead of muffin tin?
Absolutely! Arrange them in a greased dish like sticky buns.
3. Can I use crescent roll dough instead of biscuits?
Yes, crescent dough or puff pastry works as well—just seal tightly.
4. Can I make them ahead of time?
You can assemble them ahead and refrigerate for up to 12 hours before baking.
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