Mouthwatering Caramel Apple Pie Bombs Recipe
These Mouthwatering Caramel Apple Pie Bombs are delicious bite-sized treats combining tender apple filling with warm spices and gooey caramel, all wrapped in flaky biscuit dough and baked to golden perfection. Ideal for a cozy dessert or festive snack, they’re simple to make yet impressively tasty.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 8 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
Apple Filling
- 2 apples, peeled and finely chopped
- 2 tbsp brown sugar
- 1 tsp ground cinnamon
- Pinch of salt
- 1 tbsp unsalted butter
Dough and Filling
- 1 can (16.3 oz) refrigerated biscuit dough
- 8 pieces caramel candy
Finishing Touches
- 2 tbsp butter, melted
- Cinnamon sugar (optional)
Instructions
- Prepare the Apple Filling: In a skillet over medium heat, melt 1 tablespoon unsalted butter. Add the finely chopped apples, brown sugar, ground cinnamon, and a pinch of salt. Cook the mixture, stirring occasionally, until the apples soften and the sugars caramelize slightly, about 5-7 minutes. Remove from heat and let cool.
- Preheat the Oven: Set your oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper to prevent sticking.
- Prepare the Biscuit Dough: Open the refrigerated biscuit dough and separate it into individual biscuits. Flatten each biscuit gently with your hands or a rolling pin to create a larger circle suitable for wrapping.
- Assemble the Pie Bombs: Place a spoonful of the cooled apple filling onto the center of each flattened biscuit. Top the filling with one piece of caramel candy. Fold the dough around the filling, pinching the edges securely to form a sealed ball, ensuring no filling leaks out during baking.
- Brush with Butter and Add Topping: Arrange the pie bombs on the prepared baking sheet. Brush each ball with melted butter for a golden crust. Optionally, sprinkle cinnamon sugar on top for extra sweetness and crunch.
- Bake: Place the baking sheet in the preheated oven and bake for 12-15 minutes or until the biscuit dough is golden brown and cooked through.
- Cool and Serve: Remove from the oven and let the caramel apple pie bombs cool for 5 minutes before serving to avoid burns from hot caramel filling. Enjoy warm for the best gooey texture.
Notes
- You can substitute caramel candies with caramel sauce if preferred, but be careful to seal the dough tightly to prevent leakage.
- If apples are too tart, add a bit more brown sugar to the filling to balance the flavors.
- Serve with a scoop of vanilla ice cream for an indulgent treat.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2 days; reheat in the oven to regain freshness.
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