Apple Pie Biscuits

• 1/2 cup powdered sugar
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1-2 tablespoons milk

How to Make Apple Pie Biscuits

Step 1: Prepare the Apple Filling

1. Peel and dice the apples: Start by peeling, coring, and dicing the apples into small, bite-sized pieces.
2. Cook the apples: In a medium skillet, melt 1 tablespoon of butter over medium heat. Add the diced apples and cook for 3-5 minutes until they start to soften.
3. Add sugar and spices: Stir in the brown sugar, cinnamon, nutmeg (if using), and lemon juice. Cook for an additional 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the apples are tender and the mixture has thickened slightly. Set aside to cool.

Step 2: Make the Biscuits

1. Preheat the oven: Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
2. Mix dry ingredients: In a large mixing bowl, combine the flour, baking powder, sugar, and salt.
3. Cut in the butter: Add the cold cubed butter to the dry ingredients. Using a pastry cutter, fork, or your hands, cut the butter into the flour until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs with pea-sized pieces of butter.
4. Add the milk: Pour in the milk and stir until the dough comes together. Be careful not to overmix—it’s okay if the dough is a little shaggy.
5. Shape the biscuits: Turn the dough out onto a lightly floured surface and gently knead it a few times to bring it together. Pat the dough into a rectangle about 1 inch thick. Use a sharp knife or biscuit cutter to cut the dough into squares or rounds.

Step 3: Assemble the Biscuits

1. Fill the biscuits: Take one biscuit and make a small indent in the center. Spoon a generous amount of the cooked apple filling into the center of the biscuit. Place another biscuit on top to form a sandwich. Repeat with the remaining biscuits.
2. Bake the biscuits: Arrange the apple-filled biscuits on the prepared baking sheet. Bake for 12-15 minutes or until the biscuits are golden brown and puffed up.

Step 4: Add the Glaze (Optional)

1. Make the glaze: While the biscuits are baking, whisk together the powdered sugar, vanilla extract, and milk in a small bowl until smooth.
2. Drizzle the glaze: Once the biscuits are out of the oven, let them cool for a few minutes before drizzling the glaze over the top. This adds a sweet finish and makes the biscuits extra special.

Enjoy Your Apple Pie Biscuits!

These warm, flaky Apple Pie Biscuits are perfect for enjoying fresh out of the oven. The sweet, cinnamon-spiced apples pair beautifully with the tender biscuit base, and the optional glaze adds the perfect touch of sweetness.

Tips for the Perfect Apple Pie Biscuits:

• Use cold butter: For the flakiest biscuits, make sure the butter is cold when you add it to the flour. You can even freeze the butter beforehand for extra flakiness!
• Don’t overwork the dough: The more you handle the dough, the denser the biscuits will be. Mix until just combined and then stop.
• Try different apple varieties: While Granny Smith and Honeycrisp are excellent choices, feel free to experiment with other apples to suit your taste.

Conclusion

Apple Pie Biscuits are an easy and irresistible treat that captures the cozy, comforting essence of apple pie in biscuit form. Whether you’re baking them for a weekend breakfast, a dessert, or a holiday treat, these biscuits are sure to be a hit with friends and family. With a buttery biscuit base, a spiced apple filling, and a sweet glaze, they’re a must-try for anyone who loves the classic flavors of apple pie but wants a quicker and simpler option.

Happy baking!