Apple Pie Bombs

Crispy golden apple pie bombs with gooey cinnamon apple filling wrapped in biscuit dough. An easy fried dessert that delivers all the cozy fall pie flavor in one sweet bite.

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Prep Time 20

Cook Time 15

Chill & Rest Time 10

Total Time 45

Servings: 16 apple pie bombs

Course: Dessert, Snack

Cuisine: American

Calories: 210

Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients

Dough & Filling

1 can (16 oz) refrigerated biscuit dough 8-count, for wrapping filling
1 can (21 oz) apple pie filling drained and chopped for easy sealing
4 cups vegetable oil for frying

Coating & Finishing

0.5 cup granulated sugar for coating
2 teaspoon ground cinnamon mixed with sugar
0.25 teaspoon nutmeg (optional) adds warmth to coating
1 cup powdered sugar for dusting alternative
caramel or vanilla glaze optional for drizzling

Equipment

1 Heavy-bottomed pot or deep fryer for frying the apple pie bombs
1 Candy thermometer to monitor oil temperature (350°F ideal)
1 Rolling Pin to flatten biscuit dough evenly
1 Slotted spoon to remove bombs from hot oil safely
1 Paper towel-lined tray for draining excess oil
2 Shallow bowls for cinnamon sugar or powdered sugar coating
1 Measuring cup set for accurate ingredient portions
1 Mixing Spoon for stirring and portioning filling

Method

Drain and chop apple pie filling into small pieces.
Roll biscuit dough into 4-inch circles.
Place 2 tablespoon apple filling in center of each circle.
Pinch and twist seams tightly to form balls.
Gently roll sealed balls between palms.
Bring oil to 350°F in deep pot or fryer.
Fry 3–4 minutes until golden brown all over.
Transfer bombs to paper towel-lined tray.
Roll warm bombs in cinnamon sugar or powdered sugar.
Let cool slightly before serving for gooey centers.

Notes

Nutrition facts are estimated and may vary based on specific ingredients and portion sizes used