Caramel Apple Pie Bombs

These Caramel Apple Pie Bombs are bite-sized pastry pockets bursting with warm cinnamon apples and gooey caramel. Crispy on the outside and tender inside, they’re a fun and crowd-pleasing twist on classic apple pie.

Why You’ll Love This Recipe

I love how these little bombs deliver the comfort of apple pie in a convenient, pop-in-your-mouth form. They’re crisp, caramel-oozing, and perfect for serving at parties or enjoying as a cozy snack. The combination of sweet apples, warm spices, and rich caramel always puts me in a good mood.

Ingredients

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• Puff pastry sheets or biscuit dough

• Apples, peeled, cored, and diced (Granny Smith or Honeycrisp work well)

• Brown sugar

• Ground cinnamon

• Cornstarch

• Lemon juice

• Butter

• Caramel sauce or caramel bits

• Egg (for egg wash)

• Optional: coarse sugar or cinnamon sugar for sprinkling

Directions

1. Prep the filling. In a skillet over medium heat, melt butter then add diced apples, brown sugar, cinnamon, cornstarch, and lemon juice. Cook for 4–5 minutes until apples are just tender and filling is thickened. Let cool slightly.

2. Preheat oven. Preheat to 400 °F (200 °C). Line a baking sheet with parchment.

3. Cut the dough. Roll out puff pastry (or biscuit dough) and cut into 3–4 inch squares.

4. Fill the bombs. Place a spoonful of apple mixture in the center of each square, top with a small dollop of caramel sauce or a few caramel bits.

5. Seal and shape. Bring the corners together and pinch to seal, forming a ball or pouch. Brush with beaten egg, then sprinkle with coarse sugar or cinnamon sugar if desired.

6. Bake. Arrange bombs on the sheet with sealed side down. Bake for 15–18 minutes, until golden and puffed.

7. Cool slightly and serve. Let rest for a few minutes—fillings will be hot—then enjoy warm.

Servings and Timing

• Servings: Makes about 12 bombs

• Prep time: 15 minutes

• Cook time: 15 minutes (for filling) + 15 minutes baking

• Total time: Approximately 45 minutes

Variations

• Savory touch: Stir a pinch of nutmeg or allspice into the apple filling.

• Cheesy twist: Add a small cube of sharp cheddar cheese with the caramel for a sweet-savory surprise.

• Nutty crunch: Mix chopped pecans or walnuts into the filling before baking.

• Mini size: For bite-sized versions, cut dough into smaller squares and adjust baking to about 10–12 minutes.

Storage/Reheating

Store any leftover bombs in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2 days. To reheat, I warm them in a 350 °F oven for 5–7 minutes until crisp and heated through—or microwave for about 15 seconds, though they lose some flakiness.

FAQs

1. Can I use canned apple pie filling?

Yes, I sometimes use canned pie filling for convenience—just drain excess juice before filling to avoid soggy pastry.

2. How do I prevent leaks?

I dust the edges lightly with cornstarch before sealing and press firmly to ensure a tight pinch. Brushing with egg wash also helps seal the dough.

3. Can I freeze these?

Absolutely—I freeze unbaked bombs on a sheet until solid, then store in a bag. Bake from frozen, adding a few minutes to the bake time.

4. What kind of caramel is best?

I like soft caramel sauce for easy pouring, but caramel bits or squares (cut small) work great too and give gooey pockets.

5. Are these kid-friendly?

Yes! Kids love the portable size and melty caramel surprise. Just remind them to wait a bit before biting—they hold heat inside.

Conclusion

Caramel Apple Pie Bombs are my favorite way to enjoy apple pie in handheld form. They’re easy, fun, and full of cozy fall flavors—perfect for sharing or savoring solo. I hope these little pastry bombs bring sweet warmth to your table!