Description
Delight in these easy and delicious Baked Caramel Apple Fritters, featuring tender biscuits mixed with sweet apple pie filling and a drizzle of melted caramel for a perfect fall-inspired dessert. Ready in under 20 minutes, they're a quick treat that combines the comforting flavors of cinnamon-spiced apples and gooey caramel with a light, baked texture.
Ingredients
Dough and Filling
- 1 (8-count) tube refrigerated biscuit dough
- 21-ounce jar apple pie filling
- 1 teaspoon cinnamon or apple pie spice (optional and to taste)
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
Caramel Drizzle
- 24 unwrapped square caramel candies
- 1 to 2 tablespoons heavy cream (or caramel sauce, as a substitute)
Instructions
- Preheat the Oven: Set your oven to 350°F (175°C) and prepare a baking sheet by lining it with parchment paper or a Silpat liner. This helps prevent sticking and makes cleanup easier.
- Prepare the Biscuit Dough: Open the tube of refrigerated biscuit dough and separate the dough discs. Dice each biscuit into approximately 10 small pieces, then place all the dough pieces into a large mixing bowl.
- Dice the Apple Filling: Open the jar of apple pie filling and use a fork or fingers to fish out the large apple chunks. Transfer these chunks to a cutting board and dice them into smaller, bite-sized pieces. Add the diced apples back into the bowl with the biscuit dough.
- Combine Ingredients: Pour the remaining apple pie filling sauce into the bowl. If you like, add cinnamon or apple pie spice for extra flavor. Stir gently to combine all ingredients evenly without overmixing.
- Form the Fritters: Using a spoon, place heaping 1/4 cup mounds of the dough and apple mixture onto the prepared baking sheet, spacing them slightly apart. Then drizzle about a teaspoon of melted butter over each mound to help create a golden crust.
- Bake: Place the baking sheet in the oven and bake for 12 to 15 minutes, or until the fritters are lightly golden brown and fully cooked through. Once done, allow them to cool slightly on the baking sheet.
- Make the Caramel Sauce: In a medium microwave-safe bowl, combine the unwrapped caramel candies with 1 to 2 tablespoons of heavy cream. Heat in 30-second intervals, stirring in between, until the caramels are fully melted and smooth. Alternatively, you may use store-bought or homemade caramel sauce if preferred.
- Drizzle Caramel over Fritters: Evenly spoon or drizzle the warm caramel sauce over each baked fritter for a rich finishing touch.
- Serve Warm: For best flavor and texture, enjoy the apple fritters warm and fresh out of the oven. Note that these fritters do not keep well in the refrigerator and are best consumed shortly after baking.
Notes
- For a spicier flavor, try adding more cinnamon or incorporating nutmeg into the mixture.
- You can substitute caramel sauce for melted caramel candies for easier preparation.
- Use parchment paper or a Silpat liner to prevent sticking and make cleanup easier.
- These fritters are best served warm; refrigeration may cause them to lose their texture and taste.
- For a dairy-free option, use a dairy-free biscuit dough and substitute the butter and heavy cream with plant-based alternatives.