Apple Pie Biscuits


Why You’ll Love This Recipe

  1. Flaky & Buttery : The biscuit dough creates a tender, melt-in-your-mouth base.
  2. Spiced Apple Filling : Sweet, cinnamon-spiced apples tucked inside every bite.
  3. Portable & Fun : Perfect for snacking, brunch, or gifting.
  4. Easy to Make : Simple ingredients and straightforward steps make this recipe accessible for bakers of all levels.
  5. Crowd-Pleasing : A unique treat that’s sure to impress family and friends.

Ingredients You’ll Need

For the Apple Filling:

  • 2 medium apples , peeled, cored, and finely diced (Granny Smith or Honeycrisp work well)
  • 2 tbsp unsalted butter
  • 2 tbsp brown sugar
  • 1 tsp ground cinnamon
  • 1/4 tsp ground nutmeg (optional)
  • 1 tbsp cornstarch (to thicken the filling)

For the Biscuit Dough:

  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 tbsp baking powder
  • 1/4 cup granulated sugar
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter , cold and cubed
  • 3/4 cup buttermilk , cold

For the Topping:

  • 2 tbsp melted butter
  • 2 tbsp granulated sugar mixed with 1 tsp cinnamon

Step-by-Step Instructions

Step 1: Make the Apple Filling

  1. In a skillet over medium heat, melt the butter. Add the diced apples, brown sugar, cinnamon, and nutmeg. Cook for 5–7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the apples soften and release their juices.
  2. Stir in the cornstarch and cook for 1–2 more minutes until the mixture thickens. Remove from heat and let cool completely.

Step 2: Make the Biscuit Dough

  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) . Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, sugar, and salt.
  3. Cut the cold, cubed butter into the flour mixture using a pastry cutter or your fingers until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
  4. Gradually add the cold buttermilk, stirring just until the dough comes together. Do not overmix.

Step 3: Assemble the Biscuits

  1. Turn the dough out onto a lightly floured surface and gently pat it into a rectangle about 1/2-inch thick.
  2. Use a biscuit cutter or glass to cut out rounds of dough. Gather the scraps, pat them down again, and cut more rounds until all the dough is used.
  3. Place a small spoonful of cooled apple filling in the center of each dough round. Fold the dough over the filling to create a half-moon shape, pressing the edges firmly to seal. Use a fork to crimp the edges for extra security.

Step 4: Bake



 

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