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How to Make Apple Pie Swim Biscuits

Apple pie swim biscuits in a checkerboard baking dish covered in a creamy vanilla glaze.

An upgrade to the viral sensation!

If you've been on social media lately, chances are you've seen the viral sensation known as swim biscuits, a simple, buttery treat that "swims" in a rich pool of melted butter as it bakes. But this version? It takes swim biscuits to a whole new level with the addition of a gooey, spiced apple pie filling and a sweet vanilla glaze that brings everything together in the most irresistible way.

These Apple Pie Swim Biscuits are the perfect cross between fluffy buttermilk biscuits and warm apple pie. They’re baked in butter, which creates crispy edges and a soft, tender interior. The real star, though, is the apple whiskey-infused filling, which features diced apples simmered with brown sugar, granulated sugar, and a hint of salt to bring out that deep, caramelized flavor.

What makes these biscuits so special is how easy they are to make! They require no rolling, no cutting, no layering. You simply mix, pour, and bake. The butter does all the work, creating layers of golden, crispy edges while the apple filling bubbles up around the biscuit dough. The final touch is a vanilla glaze drizzle that adds just the right amount of sweetness and shine.

Whether you serve them for brunch, dessert, or a cozy holiday breakfast, these Apple Pie Swim Biscuits are fluffy, sweet, and absolutely packed with comforting fall flavor. They’re everything you love about apple pie and buttery biscuits in one dish, and they just might be your new favorite baking hack.

Grocery List for the Apple Pie Swim Biscuits Recipe

  • 2 ½ cups all-purpose flour
  • 2 tablespoons baking powder
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • ½ cup granulated sugar
  • 2 cups buttermilk
  • 1 stick (½ cup) unsalted butter, melted
  • 5 apples, peeled, cored, and diced
  • ½ cup brown sugar
  • ½ cup granulated sugar
  • Pinch of salt
  • 1 tablespoon apple whiskey (optional, but recommended)
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1–2 tablespoons whole milk (adjust for desired consistency)

Prep Time 10 mins
Cook Time 28 mins
Rest Time 10 mins
Total Time 48 mins
Difficulty: Intermediate
Cooking Temp: 450  C
Servings: 4
Best Season: Suitable throughout the year
Description

Take the viral swim biscuit trend to the next level with these irresistible Apple Pie Swim Biscuits. This easy recipe combines fluffy buttermilk biscuit dough with a gooey apple pie filling made from fresh apples, brown sugar, and a splash of apple whiskey. As the biscuits bake, they “swim” in melted butter, creating crisp edges and soft, tender centers that are rich, flavorful, and packed with fall spice. Finished with a simple vanilla glaze, these sweet and buttery biscuits are perfect for dessert, brunch, or cozy weekend mornings. One bite and you’ll see why this is the ultimate comfort bake of the season!

Ingredients
    For the Biscuits
  • 2 ½ cups all-purpose flour
  • 2 tablespoons baking powder
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 cup granulated sugar
  • 2 cups buttermilk
  • 1 stick unsalted butter (melted)
    • For the Apple Pie Filling
  • 5 apples, peeled, cored, and diced
  • 1/2 cup cup brown sugar
  • 1/2 cup granulated sugar
  • Pinch of salt
  • 1 tablespoon apple whiskey (optional, but recommended)
    • For the Glaze
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 tablespoons 1–2 whole milk (adjust for desired consistency)
Instructions
  1. 1
    Prepare the Apple Pie Mixture:
  2. 2
    In a medium saucepan over medium heat, combine diced apples, brown sugar, granulated sugar, salt, and apple whiskey.
  3. 3
    Cook, stirring occasionally, until apples are tender and mixture is syrupy (about 10 minutes). Set aside to cool slightly.
  4. 4
    Make the Biscuits:
  5. 5
    Preheat your oven to 450°F. Pour melted butter into the bottom of a 9x13 inch baking dish.
  6. 6
    In a large bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, salt, and sugar.
  7. 7
    Add buttermilk and stir until just combined. Do not overmix. The dough will be sticky and thick.
  8. 8
    Carefully spread or scoop the biscuit dough evenly over the melted butter in the dish.
  9. 9
    Use a knife to cut down the dough to make nine squares.
  10. 10
    Add the Apple Mixture:
  11. 11
    Spoon the apple pie filling evenly across the top of the biscuit dough. Lightly swirl some of the apple mixture into the top of the dough without mixing fully.
  12. 12
    Bake:
  13. 13
    Bake for 25-30 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and the biscuits are cooked through.
  14. 14
    Make the Glaze:
  15. 15
    In a small bowl, whisk together the sugar, vanilla extract, and milk until smooth. Drizzle over the warm biscuits.
  16. 16
    Let cool slightly and serve warm. Enjoy!
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