Apple Pie Biscuits Recipe
Imagine all the cozy, cinnamon-spiced wonder of your favorite autumn dessert packed into a tender, buttery biscuit you can hold in your hand — that’s the magic of Apple Pie Biscuits. These scrumptious treats are the perfect marriage of classic buttermilk biscuits and warm apple pie filling, coming together in less than 40 minutes, ideal for everything from leisurely weekend brunch to a sweet afternoon pick-me-up. With chunks of juicy apples and a kiss of cinnamon sugar tucked inside, each bite sings with comforting flavors, and they’re just as delightful with a simple glaze or melted butter on top.
Ingredients You’ll Need
The beauty of Apple Pie Biscuits lies in their straightforward ingredients, each one playing a key role in building flavor, texture, and color. From golden apples to creamy buttermilk, every component harmonizes to bring you biscuit perfection!
- All-purpose flour: The backbone of the biscuits, providing structure and a tender crumb.
- Baking powder: Offers the main lift, giving your biscuits that irresistible rise.
- Baking soda: Ensures even more fluffiness, working with the acidity of buttermilk.
- Salt: A flavor amplifier — just a pinch takes your biscuits from flat to fabulous.
- Granulated sugar: Adds a gentle sweetness that balances the tartness of the apples.
- Unsalted butter (cold and cubed): The key to flaky layers and a rich, buttery taste.
- Buttermilk: Provides moisture and tang, creating impossibly tender biscuits.
- Peeled and finely diced apples: The star ingredient — use tart apples for contrast or sweeter apples for extra indulgence.
- Cinnamon: Fills the kitchen with its signature warmth and instantly evokes cozy apple pie vibes.
- Brown sugar: Enhances the filling with its deep, caramel-like sweetness.
- Melted butter: Brushed on top for an extra layer of golden flavor.
- Optional glaze (powdered sugar, milk, vanilla extract): Drizzle over the top for that classic bakery finish.
How to Make Apple Pie Biscuits
Step 1: Prep Your Tools and Oven
Start by preheating your oven to 425°F (220°C) and lining a baking sheet with parchment paper. This high heat is what gives Apple Pie Biscuits their beautifully golden, slightly crisp exterior while keeping the insides pillowy and soft.
Step 2: Mix the Dry Ingredients
In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, and granulated sugar. Whisking ensures everything is evenly distributed — no one wants to bite into a pocket of salt or baking soda!
Step 3: Work in the Butter
Add in the cold, cubed unsalted butter. Use a pastry cutter or your fingertips to cut the butter into the flour mixture until it resembles coarse, pea-sized crumbs. This step is crucial for those flaky layers that make Apple Pie Biscuits so special.
Step 4: Add the Buttermilk
Pour in the buttermilk and stir just until a shaggy dough forms. A gentle hand is key – overmixing can make biscuits tough instead of delightfully tender.
Step 5: Make the Apple Pie Filling
In a small bowl, toss the diced apples with cinnamon and brown sugar. This quick filling brings that unmistakable apple pie flavor and ensures each biscuit is studded with juicy apple bites.
Step 6: Assemble the Dough
Gently fold the cinnamon-sugar apple mixture into the biscuit dough. Work swiftly and avoid overmixing; you want pockets of buttery dough with swirls of apple throughout.
Step 7: Shape and Cut
Turn the dough onto a floured surface and pat it into a 1-inch-thick rectangle. Give it a few gentle folds to create layers, then press back out and cut out 8–10 biscuits with a cutter. This technique gives Apple Pie Biscuits their signature, sky-high flakiness.
Step 8: Bake to Golden Perfection
Place the cut biscuits on your prepared baking sheet and brush the tops with extra buttermilk. Bake for 15–18 minutes until they’re puffed and richly golden. The kitchen will smell like a dreamy bakery!
Step 9: Finishing Touches
Once they’re fresh from the oven, brush the biscuits with melted butter for extra shine and flavor. If a glaze is calling your name, whisk together powdered sugar, milk, and vanilla, then drizzle it over the cooled Apple Pie Biscuits for an eye-catching, sweet finish.
How to Serve Apple Pie Biscuits
Garnishes
For that irresistible finishing touch, try a drizzle of sweet vanilla glaze across the surface of your biscuits, or sprinkle a dusting of cinnamon-sugar over the top just before serving. If you’re feeling classic, nothing beats a little pat of good butter melting into a warm Apple Pie Biscuit.
Side Dishes
Apple Pie Biscuits can elevate any breakfast spread — serve them alongside creamy scrambled eggs, smoky bacon, or a fresh fruit salad. For a fancier brunch, pair them with homemade whipped cream or vanilla yogurt for an extra luscious bite.
Creative Ways to Present
Stack a warm biscuit next to a scoop of vanilla ice cream for instant dessert, or split and fill them with whipped cream and extra sautéed apples for a playful shortcake spin. You can even pop a mini Apple Pie Biscuit in your child’s lunchbox for a fun, surprise treat.
Make Ahead and Storage
Storing Leftovers
To keep your Apple Pie Biscuits fresh, let them cool completely, then store them in an airtight container at room temperature for up to two days. The flavors deepen by day two, making those second helpings even more irresistible.
Freezing
Apple Pie Biscuits freeze beautifully! Wrap each cooled biscuit individually in plastic wrap and stash them in a freezer bag for up to three months. When you’re ready for cozy comfort, simply thaw at room temperature or overnight in the fridge.
Reheating
To enjoy that fresh-from-the-oven warmth, pop a biscuit in a preheated 300°F (150°C) oven for 8–10 minutes, or microwave for about 20 seconds. Either way, they’ll be soft, fragrant, and utterly delicious.
FAQs
Can I use a different type Breakfast
Absolutely! Tart varieties like Granny Smith offer bright contrast, while sweeter apples like Honeycrisp bring extra juiciness — feel free to mix for added depth.
Can I make these biscuits gluten-free?
Yes, simply swap the all-purpose flour for a measure-for-measure gluten-free blend. The texture may be slightly different, but all the flavors of Apple Pie Biscuits will still shine through.
What if I don’t have buttermilk?
No worries! You can make a quick buttermilk substitute by adding 2 teaspoons of lemon juice or vinegar to 3/4 cup of milk, letting it sit for 5 minutes before using.
Should I peel the apples?
Peeling gives you a softer bite and a classic apple pie texture, but if you love a bit of rustic charm (and extra fiber), feel free to leave the peels on!
Can I prepare the dough ahead of time?
You can make the dough up to a day ahead and refrigerate, tightly wrapped. For the freshest rise, cut and bake the biscuits just before serving for the best Apple Pie Biscuit experience.
Final Thoughts
There’s nothing quite like the scent and taste of homemade Apple Pie Biscuits to bring comfort and joy to any morning or afternoon. Whether you share them with friends or savor one quietly with your coffee, these biscuits offer the perfect blend of nostalgia and modern simplicity. Give them a try, and don’t be surprised if they become your new go-to treat!
Print
Apple Pie Biscuits Recipe
- Total Time: 38 minutes
- Yield: 8–10 biscuits 1x
- Diet: Vegetarian
Description
These Apple Pie Biscuits combine the flavors of warm apple pie with the convenience of a biscuit. Tender, flaky biscuits filled with cinnamon-spiced apples, and topped with a sweet glaze, make for a delightful treat any time of day.
Ingredients
Dry Ingredients:
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tablespoon baking powder
- ½ teaspoon baking soda
- ½ teaspoon salt
- 1 tablespoon granulated sugar
Wet Ingredients:
- ½ cup unsalted butter (cold and cubed)
- ¾ cup buttermilk (plus more for brushing)
Filling and Glaze:
- 1½ cups peeled and finely diced apples
- 1 teaspoon cinnamon
- 2 tablespoons brown sugar
- 1 tablespoon melted butter
- Optional Glaze: ½ cup powdered sugar, 1–2 teaspoons milk, ¼ teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
- Preheat oven and prepare baking sheet: Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Mix dry ingredients: In a large bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, and sugar.
- Cut in butter: Cut in the cold butter until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
- Add wet ingredients: Stir in buttermilk just until a shaggy dough forms.
- Prepare apple filling: Toss diced apples with cinnamon and brown sugar.
- Combine dough and filling: Gently fold the apple mixture into the dough.
- Shape and bake: Pat dough into a rectangle, cut into biscuits, place on baking sheet, and bake for 15–18 minutes.
- Glaze: Brush warm biscuits with melted butter. Drizzle with glaze if desired.
Notes
- Best served warm with a drizzle of glaze or a pat of butter.
- Consider using Granny Smith or Honeycrisp apples for different flavor profiles.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 18 minutes
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 biscuit
- Calories: 230
- Sugar: 9g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 31g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 25mg
