Description
Warm, flaky homemade apple pie biscuits merge classic American pastry traditions with comforting breakfast charm. Sweet cinnamon and tender apple chunks nestled in buttery biscuit dough create a delightful morning treat you’ll crave again and again.
Ingredients
Scale
Fruit and Apple Mixture:
- 4 medium apples, peeled, cored, and chopped (or 1 can apple pie filling, chopped)
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1 tablespoon cornstarch (if using fresh apples)
Spices and Sugars:
- ½ cup brown sugar
- ¼ cup granulated sugar
- 1 ¼ teaspoons ground cinnamon
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/8 teaspoon ground nutmeg
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Base and Topping Ingredients:
- 1 can refrigerated biscuits (8 large buttermilk or flaky biscuits)
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
- ½ cup powdered sugar
- 2–3 tablespoons heavy cream or milk
- ½ teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C) and generously coat a cast iron skillet or baking dish with melted butter to prevent sticking and enhance flavor.
- Create a rich apple filling by combining chopped apples, brown sugar, lemon juice, cinnamon, nutmeg, and cornstarch in a saucepan. Simmer the mixture over medium heat, stirring continuously until the apples soften and the sauce thickens into a luscious compote, approximately 10-12 minutes. Incorporate vanilla extract for depth, then remove from heat and let cool slightly.
- Prepare a cinnamon-sugar coating by mixing granulated sugar and ground cinnamon in a shallow dish. Dunk each biscuit into melted butter, ensuring complete coverage, then roll thoroughly in the aromatic cinnamon-sugar blend.
- Artfully arrange the coated biscuits in the prepared skillet, creating a visually appealing pattern. Gently spoon the warm apple filling over the biscuits, allowing it to cascade between the layers. Drizzle any remaining melted butter across the surface for added richness.
- Transfer the skillet to the preheated oven and bake for 30-35 minutes, watching for a golden-brown crust and bubbling edges that indicate perfect doneness.
- While the biscuits bake, whisk together powdered sugar, heavy cream, and vanilla extract to create a silky smooth glaze. Once the biscuits emerge from the oven, immediately drizzle the glaze over the warm surface, allowing it to create an enticing, glossy finish.
- Serve immediately, optionally accompanied by a scoop of creamy vanilla ice cream or a dollop of freshly whipped cream for an indulgent dessert experience.
Notes
- Adjust apple varieties for different flavor profiles, using tart Granny Smith or sweet Honeycrisp depending on personal preference.
- Ensure apple pieces are uniform in size for consistent cooking and texture throughout the dish.
- Keep cornstarch coating light to prevent filling from becoming too thick or gummy.
- Prevent biscuits from drying out by covering with foil if browning too quickly during baking.
- For gluten-free version, substitute regular biscuits with gluten-free biscuit mix or homemade almond flour biscuits.
- Create dairy-free alternative by using coconut cream instead of heavy cream in glaze and plant-based butter for coating.
- Room temperature ingredients help biscuits rise evenly and maintain consistent texture.
- Store leftover biscuits in airtight container at room temperature for up to two days, reheating briefly before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Desserts, Snacks
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 8
- Calories: 368
- Sugar: 30 g
- Sodium: 480 mg
- Fat: 16 g
- Saturated Fat: 10 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 51 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 3 g
- Cholesterol: 40 mg