Warm, gooey, bakery-style comfort
This Apple Cinnamon Biscuit Bake is the kind of cozy, feel-good recipe that makes your kitchen smell like a bakery in minutes. Soft biscuit pieces are tossed with tender cinnamon-spiced apples, baked until golden, then finished with a silky cream cheese icing that melts right into every bite. It’s perfect for weekend brunch, holiday mornings, or an easy dessert when you want something homemade without the fuss. Using refrigerated biscuits keeps prep quick and beginner-friendly, while the warm apple cinnamon flavor makes it feel extra special. If you’re looking for an easy apple dessert or a crowd-pleasing breakfast bake, this one checks every box.
Time Breakdown
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Total Time: 50 minutes
- Servings: 6-8
Ingredients List
Cinnamon Apple Biscuits
- 1 (16.3 oz) can large refrigerated biscuits, cut into 4–6 pieces
- 2 tablespoons butter, melted
- 3 tablespoons granulated sugar
- 2 teaspoons ground cinnamon (add more if desired)
- 1 Granny Smith apple, peeled and diced into small cubes
- ½ cup pecans, lightly salted or raw (optional)
Cream Cheese Icing
- 1 cup confectioners’ sugar
- 2 tablespoons heavy cream or milk of choice
- ½ teaspoon vanilla extract
- ¼ teaspoon ground cinnamon
- A couple pinches salt
- 2 tablespoons cream cheese, very softened
Kitchen Tools You’ll Need
This recipe doesn’t require fancy gadgets, just a few reliable kitchen basics to keep everything simple and stress-free.
- Medium mixing bowl
- Sharp knife
- Cutting board
- Measuring cups & spoons
- Wooden spoon or spatula
- 8×8-inch baking dish
- Small bowl (for icing)
Step-by-Step Beginner-Friendly Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and lightly grease an 8×8-inch baking dish.
- Cut the biscuits into 4–6 bite-size pieces and place them in a large mixing bowl.
- Add melted butter, sugar, and cinnamon. Toss gently until every piece is coated.
- Fold in the diced apples and pecans, mixing just until evenly distributed
- Transfer the mixture to the prepared baking dish and spread it into an even layer.
- Bake for 28–32 minutes, until the biscuits are puffed and golden and the apples are tender.
- While it bakes, whisk together all icing ingredients until smooth and pourable.
- Drizzle icing over the warm bake and let it set for 5 minutes before serving
Pro Tips
- Make it sweeter: Add 1–2 tablespoons brown sugar for a deeper caramel flavor.
- Storage: Cover and refrigerate leftovers for up to 3 days. Reheat gently.
- Apple swaps: Honeycrisp or Fuji apples work great if you prefer less tartness.
- Serving idea: Serve warm with vanilla ice cream for an easy dessert upgrade
Apple Cinnamon Biscuit Bake
- Total Time: 50 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
Description
This easy apple cinnamon biscuit bake is soft, gooey, and topped with a rich cream cheese icing. Perfect for brunch, holidays, or a quick apple dessert using refrigerated biscuits.
Ingredients
Cinnamon Apple Biscuits
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1 (16.3 oz) can large refrigerated biscuits, cut into 4–6 pieces
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2 tablespoons butter, melted
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3 tablespoons granulated sugar
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2 teaspoons ground cinnamon (add more if desired)
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1 Granny Smith apple, peeled and diced into small cubes
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½ cup pecans, lightly salted or raw (optional)
Cream Cheese Icing
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1 cup confectioners’ sugar
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2 tablespoons heavy cream or milk of choice
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½ teaspoon vanilla extract
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¼ teaspoon ground cinnamon
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A couple pinches salt
Instructions
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Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and lightly grease an 8×8-inch baking dish.
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Cut the biscuits into 4–6 bite-size pieces and place them in a large mixing bowl.
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Add melted butter, sugar, and cinnamon. Toss gently until every piece is coated.
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Fold in the diced apples and pecans, mixing just until evenly distributed
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Transfer the mixture to the prepared baking dish and spread it into an even layer.
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Bake for 28–32 minutes, until the biscuits are puffed and golden and the apples are tender.
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While it bakes, whisk together all icing ingredients until smooth and pourable.
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Drizzle icing over the warm bake and let it set for 5 minutes before serving
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
