🍏 Apple Pie Biscuits
Serves 8–10 | Prep: 20 min | Bake: 18–22 min | Total: ~40 min
🛒 Ingredients
For the Biscuit Dough:
2 cups (250g) all-purpose flour
¼ cup (50g) granulated sugar
1 tbsp baking powder
½ tsp salt
½ tsp ground cinnamon
⅓ cup (75g) cold unsalted butter, cubed
¾ cup (180ml) buttermilk (or milk + 1 tsp vinegar)
For the Apple Pie Filling:
1 cup (about 1 medium) peeled & finely diced apple (Granny Smith or Honeycrisp work well)
2 tbsp brown sugar
1 tsp ground cinnamon
½ tsp vanilla extract
Optional: 1 tbsp lemon juice (to prevent browning)
For the Glaze (Optional but Recommended):
½ cup (60g) powdered sugar
1–2 tbsp milk or cream
½ tsp vanilla extract
Optional Toppings:
Chopped walnuts or pecans
Extra cinnamon sugar on top before baking
Drizzle of caramel sauce
👩🍳 Step-by-Step Instructions
1️⃣ Prep & Preheat
Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C).
Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or grease lightly.
2️⃣ Make the Apple Filling
In a small bowl, mix diced apple, brown sugar, cinnamon, and vanilla.
Let sit 10 minutes so flavors meld and apples soften slightly.
💡 Pro Tip: Sauté apples 2–3 mins first for extra jammy texture!
3️⃣ Mix the Biscuit Dough
In a large bowl, whisk together flour, sugar, baking powder, salt, and cinnamon.
Cut in cold butter using a pastry cutter or fork until mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
Stir in buttermilk just until a shaggy dough forms — don’t overmix!
4️⃣ Combine & Shape
Gently fold apple filling into the dough until evenly distributed.
Turn onto a floured surface and knead gently 3–4 times to bring together.
Pat into a ¾-inch thick circle (~8 inches wide).
Use a sharp knife to cut into 8 wedges (like a pizza) or use a biscuit cutter for rounds.
5️⃣ Bake to Golden Perfection
Place biscuits on prepared baking sheet, touching slightly if you want soft sides, or spaced for crispier edges.
Bake 18–22 minutes, until puffed and golden brown.
Cool slightly on a wire rack.
6️⃣ Glaze & Serve
Whisk powdered sugar, milk, and vanilla into a smooth glaze.
Drizzle over warm biscuits.
Sprinkle with chopped nuts or extra cinnamon if desired.
🍽️ Serving Idea: Pair with coffee, tea, or even a scoop of vanilla ice cream for dessert vibes.
🌈 Variations & Pro Hacks
🍂 Add Nuts: Fold in ¼ cup chopped pecans or walnuts for crunch
🍯 Maple Twist: Swap brown sugar for maple syrup in the filling
🧀 Cream Cheese Swirl: Add a ribbon of sweetened cream cheese before shaping
🧊 Make-Ahead Magic: Assemble unbaked biscuits, freeze on a tray, then store in a bag. Bake from frozen (+3–5 mins)
🌱 Vegan Option: Use plant-based butter, almond milk + vinegar, and flax egg (1 tbsp ground flax + 3 tbsp water)
🧠 Why These Taste Like Pie (But Better!)
The magic is in the texture contrast:
Buttermilk gives tenderness (classic biscuit perfection)
Apples release moisture as they bake, creating a jam-like swirl
The cinnamon-sugar layer caramelizes slightly at the edges
It’s not quite pie… not quite muffin… but 100% delicious.
❤️ Final Thought: Sometimes, the Best Ideas Are Born From Cravings
These Apple Pie Biscuits started as a “what if?” moment: What if we could bite into the heart of an apple pie without waiting hours to bake a crust?
And now? They’re a weekend staple in my kitchen — warm, fragrant, and always gone too fast.
So whether you're making them for a holiday brunch or just because you miss the taste of fall…
Know this: every bite is a celebration of sweetness, spice, and simple homemade joy.
Because life’s too short for boring breakfasts. 💛