Apple Pie Bubble Up
Fluffy biscuits baked with gooey apple pie filling and a buttery brown sugar glaze.
Introduction
If you love apple pie but want something quicker and easier, this Apple Pie Bubble Up is the answer. Using refrigerated biscuit dough and canned apple pie filling, you get all the warm, spiced flavors of apple pie in a fun, pull‑apart casserole style. It’s gooey, golden, and perfect for sharing — whether at family gatherings, potlucks, or a cozy night in.
Ingredients
2 cans apple pie filling
1 can refrigerated biscuit dough, cut into quarters
1 cup brown sugar
½ cup unsalted butter, melted
1 tsp cinnamon
½ tsp nutmeg (optional)
½ tsp vanilla extract
Whipped cream or vanilla ice cream (optional, for serving)
Instructions
Step 1: Preheat Oven
Heat oven to 350°F (175°C).
Grease a 9×13‑inch baking dish.
Step 2: Layer Apples & Biscuits
Spread apple pie filling evenly in the dish.
Arrange biscuit dough pieces over the apples.
Step 3: Make Sugar‑Butter Glaze
In a small bowl, mix brown sugar, cinnamon, nutmeg, melted butter, and vanilla.
Drizzle evenly over biscuits and apples.
Step 4: Bake
Bake 35–40 minutes, until biscuits are golden brown and filling is bubbly.
Step 5: Cool & Serve
Let cool 5–10 minutes.
Serve warm with whipped cream or vanilla ice cream.
Recipe Notes
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 35–40 minutes
Total Time: ~45–50 minutes
Servings: 8–10
Calories: ~280 per serving
Tips for Success
Cut biscuits into quarters for even baking and better “bubble up” texture.
Use dark brown sugar for a deeper caramel flavor.
Add chopped pecans or walnuts for crunch.
If biscuits brown too quickly, cover loosely with foil during baking.
Fun Variations
Caramel Apple Bubble Up: Drizzle caramel sauce before serving.
Cranberry Twist: Add dried cranberries to the apple filling.
Pumpkin Spice Version: Swap nutmeg for pumpkin pie spice.
Savory Dessert: Serve with sharp cheddar cheese for a sweet‑savory combo.
Serving Ideas
Pair with hot coffee or spiced chai.
Serve as a brunch centerpiece alongside eggs and bacon.
Offer as a dessert with vanilla ice cream or cinnamon whipped cream.
Storytelling Element
Picture pulling this casserole from the oven: the biscuits puff up golden and flaky, the apple filling bubbles underneath, and the buttery sugar glaze caramelizes into gooey pockets of sweetness. Each spoonful is warm, comforting, and irresistibly nostalgic.
Conclusion
This Apple Pie Bubble Up is a quick, easy dessert that captures the flavor of apple pie in a fun, shareable format. With minimal prep and maximum comfort, it’s a recipe worth keeping close at hand.