These Caramel Apple Pie Bombs are the perfect sweet treat for fall gatherings, cozy weekends, or anytime you crave a warm dessert with gooey caramel and cinnamon-spiced apples. Made with refrigerated biscuit dough and simple pantry ingredients, they bake into golden, fluffy bites with a delicious surprise inside.
Why You’ll Love This Recipe
Easy to prepare with store-bought biscuit dough
Filled with warm apple pie flavor and melted caramel
Perfect for parties, holidays, or after-dinner desserts
Crispy cinnamon sugar coating adds extra sweetness
Kid-friendly and ready in under 30 minutes
Great served warm with ice cream or caramel drizzle
Ingredients
(Tip: You’ll find the full list of ingredients and measurements in the recipe card below.)
1 can refrigerated biscuit dough (8 biscuits)
1 cup apple pie filling, finely chopped
8 soft caramel candies, unwrapped
4 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
1/2 cup granulated sugar
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
Optional for serving:
Caramel sauce
Vanilla ice cream
Powdered sugar
Directions
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Lightly grease a baking sheet or line it with parchment paper.
Open the biscuit dough and separate the biscuits. Flatten each biscuit into a 4-inch circle using your hands or a rolling pin.
Finely chop the apple pie filling so the pieces fit easily inside the dough without tearing it.
Spoon about 1 tablespoon of apple pie filling into the center of each biscuit.
Place one soft caramel candy on top of the apple filling.
Carefully pull the edges of the biscuit dough up around the filling and pinch tightly to seal. Roll gently into a ball shape.
In a small bowl, combine the granulated sugar and cinnamon.
Dip each dough ball into the melted butter, then roll it in the cinnamon sugar mixture until fully coated.
Place the coated dough balls seam-side down on the prepared baking sheet, leaving space between each one.
Bake for 13 to 15 minutes, or until golden brown and puffed.
Allow the apple pie bombs to cool for about 5 minutes before serving. The caramel inside will be very hot right out of the oven.
Serve warm with extra caramel sauce, powdered sugar, or a scoop of vanilla ice cream if desired.
Servings and timing
Servings: 8 apple pie bombs
Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 15 minutes
Total Time: 30 minutes
Calories: Approximately 220 calories per serving
Variations
Add chopped pecans or walnuts to the filling for extra crunch.
Use crescent roll dough instead of biscuit dough for a flakier texture.
Try salted caramel candies for a sweet and salty twist.
Mix a pinch of nutmeg into the cinnamon sugar coating for extra warmth.
Replace apple pie filling with peach or cherry pie filling for different flavors.
Drizzle melted white chocolate over the baked bombs for a bakery-style finish.
Storage/Reheating
Store leftover apple pie bombs in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2 days or refrigerate for up to 5 days.
To reheat, place them in a 300°F oven for about 5 to 7 minutes until warmed through. You can also microwave them for 15 to 20 seconds, though the coating may soften slightly.
These treats can also be frozen after baking. Wrap each bomb individually and freeze for up to 2 months. Thaw before reheating.
FAQs
Can I use homemade apple pie filling?
Yes, homemade apple pie filling works wonderfully as long as the apples are chopped into small pieces.
What type of caramel candies work best?
Soft caramel candies melt best inside the dough and create a gooey center.
Can I make these ahead of time?
Yes, you can assemble them a few hours ahead and refrigerate until ready to bake.
Why did my filling leak out?
The dough may not have been sealed tightly enough. Pinch the seams carefully before baking.
Can I air fry these instead of baking?
Yes, air fry at 350°F for about 8 to 10 minutes until golden brown.
Do I need to grease the baking sheet?
Yes, lightly greasing or using parchment paper helps prevent sticking.
Can I use crescent dough?
Absolutely. Crescent dough gives the bombs a lighter, flakier texture.
Are these best served warm?
Yes, they taste best warm when the caramel center is soft and gooey.
Can I add spices to the filling?
Yes, cinnamon, nutmeg, or apple pie spice all work well in the filling.
What can I serve with these?
They pair perfectly with vanilla ice cream, whipped cream, or hot caramel sauce.
Conclusion
Caramel Apple Pie Bombs are an easy dessert packed with cozy flavors and irresistible texture. The soft biscuit dough, warm apple filling, melted caramel center, and cinnamon sugar coating create a bakery-style treat with minimal effort. Whether you make them for family gatherings, holiday celebrations, or a quick weekend dessert, these sweet bites are guaranteed to disappear fast.
Golden biscuit dough filled with warm cinnamon-spiced apples and gooey caramel, then coated in buttery cinnamon sugar and baked until fluffy and crisp. These easy caramel apple pie bombs are a cozy dessert perfect for fall gatherings, holidays, or quick sweet cravings.
Ingredients
1 can refrigerated biscuit dough (8 biscuits)
1 cup apple pie filling, finely chopped
8 soft caramel candies, unwrapped
4 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
1/2 cup granulated sugar
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
Optional: caramel sauce for serving
Optional: vanilla ice cream for serving
Optional: powdered sugar for dusting
Instructions
Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C). Lightly grease a baking sheet or line it with parchment paper.
Separate the biscuit dough and flatten each biscuit into a 4-inch circle.
Finely chop the apple pie filling into small pieces for easier filling.
Spoon about 1 tablespoon of apple pie filling into the center of each biscuit.
Place one caramel candy on top of the filling.
Pull the dough edges around the filling and pinch tightly to seal completely. Roll gently into a ball.
In a small bowl, mix together the granulated sugar and cinnamon.
Dip each dough ball into melted butter, then coat evenly in the cinnamon sugar mixture.
Place seam-side down on the prepared baking sheet with space between each bomb.
Bake for 13 to 15 minutes or until golden brown and puffed.
Cool for about 5 minutes before serving because the caramel center will be hot.
Serve warm with caramel sauce, powdered sugar, or vanilla ice cream if desired.
Notes
Seal the dough carefully to prevent caramel from leaking during baking.
Soft caramel candies create the best gooey center.
Serve warm for the ultimate caramel texture.
Add chopped pecans or walnuts for extra crunch.
Use crescent dough for a flakier pastry-style variation.
