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Mini Apple Bombs pack a flavor punch in every bite, putting a fun spin on traditional apple pie. These goodies wrap soft biscuit dough around sweet apple filling, then get fried to a golden crunch and rolled in sweet cinnamon sugar. They're simply addictive for grownups and kids!
What You'll Need
- Flaky Big Biscuits: A 16.3-ounce can gives these bombs their fluffy, tender outside layer.
- Sweet Apple Filling: Grab a 21-ounce can - try regular or go for caramel apple to make them extra yummy.
- Regular Sugar: You'll want 1 cup to mix with cinnamon for that sweet finish.
- Cinnamon Powder: Just 1 tablespoon creates that warm, cozy taste when mixed with sugar.
- Cooking Oil: Pour enough for complete dough ball coverage when frying to get that perfect crispy shell.
How To Make Them
- Step 1:
- Mix your sugar and cinnamon together in a flat dish for coating later. Just put it aside for now.
- Step 2:
- Fill a deep pot about halfway with cooking oil. We'll use this pot later for frying.
- Step 3:
- Take your biscuits and split each one down the middle by pulling apart the layers. Then flatten each piece with your hands or roll them out thin.
- Step 4:
- Drop 1 tablespoon of apple filling right in the middle of each flattened piece. Don't get too generous or they might burst while cooking.
- Step 5:
- Wrap the dough around the filling and squeeze the edges closed. Shape each into a ball, making sure there aren't any holes where filling can leak out.
- Step 6:
- Warm your oil to exactly 325°F (165°C) and keep it there the whole time. Using a metal spoon with holes, gently drop in 2-3 balls at once.
- Step 7:
- Let them cook about 5 minutes, giving them a few turns so all sides get nice and brown. Watch your oil temp to make sure it stays steady.
- Step 8:
- Lift the golden bombs out and right away roll them in your cinnamon-sugar mix. Let them cool slightly before you dig in.
How To Serve Them
- Want to impress? Arrange these bombs on your nicest plate with some whipped cream on the side or a little caramel sauce over the top.
- They taste amazing right after making, but you can warm them back up in a 350°F oven for 5-7 minutes to get that fresh-made crunch.
- Got extras? Keep them in a sealed container in your fridge for up to 2 days.
Smart Ideas
- Try swapping in caramel apple filling if you want a richer, more decadent flavor.
- A tiny bit of nutmeg or clove mixed into your cinnamon sugar can really boost the fall flavors.
Pro Chef Advice
- According to Joanne Chang, you should always use a cooking thermometer when frying to keep the oil just right, so your bombs won't end up greasy or underdone.
- Dominique Ansel says adding just a tiny bit of salt to your cinnamon sugar makes the apple taste even sweeter.
What Makes These Special
- Simple enough for anyone to make, even if you're new to cooking.
- Each bite gives you that perfect contrast of crunchy outside and soft, warm apple inside.
- They work great at parties or just as a quick sweet snack.
- You don't need many ingredients or much time to make them.
Different Takes
- Switch things up with peach or cherry filling instead of apple.
- Don't want to fry? Put your shaped bombs on a cookie sheet and bake at 375°F for 15-18 minutes.
- Finish them with a light coating of powdered sugar or some chocolate drizzled on top for extra sweetness and style.