These Apple Pie Biscuits are a delightful combination of a buttery biscuit and the warm, spiced flavors of apple pie. Perfect for breakfast, brunch, or a sweet treat anytime, they’re easy to make and incredibly delicious!
📋 Ingredients:
For the Biscuits:
- 2 cups all-purpose flour 🌾
- 2 tablespoons granulated sugar 🍬
- 1 tablespoon baking powder 🌾
- 1/2 teaspoon salt 🧂
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, cold and cubed 🧈
- 3/4 cup buttermilk (or milk with a tablespoon of lemon juice or vinegar) 🥛
For the Apple Filling:
- 2 medium apples, peeled, cored, and diced 🍏
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar 🍬
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon 🌰
- 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg (optional) 🌰
- 1 tablespoon butter 🧈
For the Topping:
- 1 tablespoon melted butter 🧈
- 1 tablespoon granulated sugar mixed with 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon 🍬🌰
📝 Instructions:
1. Prepare the Apple Filling:
- Cook the apples:
- In a medium skillet, melt 1 tablespoon of butter over medium heat. Add the diced apples, 1/4 cup of sugar, cinnamon, and nutmeg. Cook, stirring occasionally, until the apples are soft and caramelized, about 5-7 minutes. Set aside to cool slightly.
2. Make the Biscuit Dough:
- Mix the dry ingredients:
- In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt.
- Cut in the butter:
- Add the cold, cubed butter to the flour mixture. Use a pastry cutter or your fingers to cut the butter into the flour until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
- Add the buttermilk:
- Pour in the buttermilk and stir until just combined. Be careful not to overmix; the dough should be slightly sticky.
3. Assemble the Biscuits:
- Roll out the dough:
- Turn the dough out onto a floured surface and gently pat or roll it into a rectangle about 1/2 inch thick.
- Add the apple filling:
- Spread the cooled apple filling evenly over the dough.
- Fold and cut:
- Fold the dough over the apple filling (like folding a letter) and gently press it down. Use a biscuit cutter or a knife to cut out biscuits. You should get about 8-10 biscuits, depending on the size of your cutter.
4. Bake the Biscuits:
- Preheat the oven:
- Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Bake:
- Place the biscuits on the prepared baking sheet and brush the tops with melted butter. Sprinkle with the cinnamon-sugar mixture. Bake for 12-15 minutes, or until the biscuits are golden brown and cooked through.
5. Serve:
- Serve warm:
- Serve the Apple Pie Biscuits warm, either on their own or with a dollop of whipped cream or a drizzle of caramel sauce.
⏱️ Preparation Time: 20 minutes
⏱️ Cooking Time: 15 minutes
⏱️ Total Time: 35 minutes
🍽️ Servings: 8-10 biscuits
🔥 Calories: Approximately 200 kcal per biscuit
These Apple Pie Biscuits are a comforting, sweet treat that combines the best of biscuits and apple pie into one delightful bite. Perfect for any occasion, they’re sure to be a hit! 😋🍏🍪