Caramel Apple Pie Bombs Recipe
Caramel Apple Pie Bombs are delightful mini dessert bites made from refrigerated biscuit dough filled with a warm apple pie filling and a gooey caramel center. Brushed with melted butter and sprinkled with cinnamon sugar, these golden brown treats offer a perfect single-serving indulgence that combines the flavors of classic apple pie and rich caramel in a fun, easy-to-make format.
- Author: reem
- Prep Time: 10 mins
- Cook Time: 30 mins
- Total Time: 40 mins
- Yield: 8 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
For the Bombs:
- 1 (16.3-oz) can refrigerated biscuit dough
- 8 caramel candies
- 1 tablespoon butter
- 2 tablespoons melted butter
- 2 apples, finely chopped
- 2 tablespoons brown sugar
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- Pinch of salt
For Topping:
- Preheat and Prep: Preheat your oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C) and grease a medium-sized baking dish with cooking spray to prevent sticking.
- Make Apple Pie Filling: In a medium skillet over medium-high heat, melt 1 tablespoon of butter. Add the finely chopped apples, brown sugar, ground cinnamon, and a pinch of salt. Cook the mixture, stirring occasionally, until the apples become tender, about 5 minutes. Remove from heat and set aside.
- Prepare Biscuit Dough: Open the can of refrigerated biscuit dough and slightly stretch each biscuit to make it more pliable and easier to fill.
- Assemble the Bombs: Place a heaping tablespoon of the prepared apple pie filling in the center of each dough circle. Top the filling with one caramel candy. Carefully gather the edges of the dough to encase the filling, pinching together to seal well. Then gently roll the dough ball in your hands to create a smooth, round shape.
- Arrange and Brush: Place each dough ball seam-side down in the greased baking dish. Brush the tops generously with the melted butter to ensure a golden, crispy crust.
- Add Topping: Optionally, sprinkle cinnamon sugar over each bomb for added sweetness and a lovely finish.
- Bake: Bake the bombs in the preheated oven for 30 to 35 minutes or until they achieve a golden brown color.
- Serve: Remove from the oven, transfer the caramel apple pie bombs to a serving platter, and enjoy warm for the best experience.
Notes
- Make sure to pinch the dough seams tightly to prevent caramel from leaking during baking.
- Use tart apples like Granny Smith for a balance of sweet and tangy flavors.
- Allow the bombs to cool slightly before serving as the caramel filling can be very hot.
- For a gluten-free version, substitute biscuit dough with a gluten-free dough alternative.
- You can add chopped nuts or raisins to the filling for added texture.
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