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Apple Pie Biscuits

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I’ve got a game-changer for you – Apple Pie Biscuits. It’s the best of both worlds – flaky, buttery biscuits mixed with indulgent gooey apples. They’re crispy, gooey, and all-around decadent treats that are crazy easy to make. These biscuits are like a quick ticket to sweet and savory heaven.

Close-up of a baked apple cobbler in a white dish, topped with golden Apple Pie Biscuits and drizzled with white icing. The apple filling and cinnamon are visible between the biscuit pieces.

Why You’ll Love Apple Pie Biscuits

  • Quick and Easy Delight: Seriously, these biscuits won’t have you slaving away in the kitchen. Just 15 minutes prep and 20 minutes bake time – perfect for busy days or spontaneous dessert cravings.
  • Versatile for Any Occasion: Family dinner? Friends dropping by? These biscuits are your go-to. They’re like the MVP of desserts – versatile and always a crowd-pleaser.
  • Gluten-Free Friendly: If you’re navigating the gluten-free life, worry not! This recipe has got your back with gluten-free flour, making sure everyone at the table gets to indulge.
  • Get Creative with Flavors: Sure, apple pie filling is a classic, but why not mix it up? Try cherry or peach fillings to shake things up and keep your taste buds guessing.
  • Texture Heaven: Let’s talk about that glaze – it’s the magic touch that adds an extra layer of flavor and texture. A true icing on the biscuit!
A close-up of a serving of apple cobbler topped with a light glaze sits on a white plate, featuring tender baked apples and golden, crumbly Apple Pie Biscuits for the perfect comforting dessert.

Ingredients Needed To Make Apple Pie Biscuits

For the Biscuits

  • Gluten-Free 1.1 flour
  • Cold butter
  • Kosher salt
  • Sugar
  • Ground cinnamon
  • Baking soda
  • Baking powder
  • Buttermilk
  • Apple pie filling

For the Glaze

  • Milk
  • Powdered sugar
Close-up of a baked apple cobbler in a white dish, featuring golden-brown Apple Pie Biscuits on top, visible cinnamon, soft baked apples, and a drizzle of white icing or glaze.

How To Make Apple Pie Biscuits

Making the Biscuits

  1. Preheat and Prep: Heat that oven to 450 degrees and butter up your skillet or baking dish.
  2. DIY Buttermilk: No buttermilk? No problem. Just whisk together oat milk & vinegar to create your own.
  3. Mix it Up: Combine the dry ingredients, toss in the cold butter, and give it a good mix until you get those pea-size crumbs.
  4. Pour in the Buttermilk: Stir in the buttermilk, just until everything combines. No need to overthink it – easy peasy.
A glass mixing bowl containing unbaked, roughly mixed Apple Pie Biscuits dough sits on a rustic wooden surface. Some flour is visible on the sides of the bowl.
  1. Chill Out: Pop the dough in the freezer for 20 mins. Then, scoop out those biscuit wonders using an ice cream scoop.
Six scoops of unbaked Apple Pie Biscuits dough are arranged in a white rectangular baking dish on a rustic wooden surface.
  1. Top and Bake: Crown those biscuits with apple pie filling, and into the oven they go for a golden, glorious 20 minutes.
Scoops of vanilla ice cream topped with glossy, cooked apple slices and syrup are arranged in a white dish on a rustic wooden surface, reminiscent of classic Apple Pie Biscuits.
Baked apple cobbler with golden-brown Apple Pie Biscuits topping and caramelized apple slices in a rectangular white baking dish on a rustic wooden surface.

Making the Glaze

  1. Simple Mix: Stir together milk and powdered sugar until you’ve got a smooth glaze.
  2. Drizzle Away: Let that glaze rain down on your freshly baked biscuits. Get ready for the magic!
A baking dish filled with six servings of Apple Pie Biscuits, topped with a drizzle of white icing, sits on a rustic wooden surface.

Variations & Substitutions

Dive into cherry or peach fillings for a fruity twist. And don’t forget to toss in some nuts or oats for that extra crunch.

Commonly Asked Questions

Can I use regular flour instead of gluten-free? 

Absolutely! Swap it out if you’re not gluten-sensitive, and you’re good to go.

What about fresh apples instead of pie filling? 

Sure thing! Fresh is fantastic – just adjust your sugar and cinnamon to taste.

How do I store these delights? 

Keep them locked in an airtight container in the fridge, and when the craving hits, a quick warm-up in the microwave does the trick.

A close-up of warm apple cobbler topped with melted vanilla ice cream on a white plate, featuring tender baked apples and a golden, crumbly Apple Pie Biscuits topping.
Close-up of a baked apple cobbler in a white dish, topped with golden Apple Pie Biscuits and drizzled with white icing. The apple filling and cinnamon are visible between the biscuit pieces.

Apple Pie Biscuits

Danielle Cochran
These biscuits have everything you would want in a dessert. Crispy, gooey, sweet and savory!
5 from 2 votes
Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Freezing Time 20 minutes
Total Time 55 minutes
Course Dessert
Cuisine American
Servings 6
Calories 591 kcal

Equipment

  • Measuring cups/spoons
  • 9-inch cast iron skillet or 7×10-inch baking dish
  • Large ice cream scoop

Ingredients
  

For the Biscuits

  • 2 ¼ cups Gluten-Free 1.1 flour
  • 8 tbsp cold butter
  • 1 ¼ tsp kosher salt
  • ½ cup sugar
  • ¼ tsp ground cinnamon
  • ½ tsp baking soda
  • 1 tbsp baking powder
  • 1 cup buttermilk
  • 21 ounces can apple pie filling

For the Glaze

  • 2 tsp milk additional 1 tsp if needed
  • 1 ½ cups powdered sugar
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Instructions
 

Making the Biscuits

  • Preheat the oven to 450 degrees. Brush a 9″ cast-iron skillet or 7×10 baking dish with 1 tbsp butter.
  • If using DF milk, whisk together oat milk & vinegar to create buttermilk.
  • In a bowl, combine all dry ingredients. Cut in the cold butter until pea-size crumbs form.
  • Stir in the buttermilk, mixing until just combined. Avoid overmixing.
  • Place the dough in the freezer for 20 mins. Afterward, use a large ice cream scoop to form 6 large biscuits in the baking dish.
  • Top the biscuits with apple pie filling and bake for 20 minutes. Remove from the oven.

Making the Glaze

  • Mix milk and powdered sugar until smooth.
  • Drizzle the glaze on top of the baked biscuits. Enjoy!

Notes

Variations:
  • Experiment with different fruit fillings like cherry or peach.
  • Add chopped nuts or a sprinkle of oats to the biscuit dough for extra texture.

Nutrition

Serving: 1gCalories: 591kcalCarbohydrates: 108gProtein: 6gFat: 18gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gTrans Fat: 1gCholesterol: 45mgSodium: 998mgPotassium: 107mgFiber: 6gSugar: 63gVitamin A: 559IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 206mgIron: 2mg
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