These Apple Pie Bombs are warm, golden pastry bites filled with sweet apple pie filling and coated in cinnamon sugar. They’re crispy outside, soft inside, and bursting with classic apple pie flavor in a fun bite-size dessert.
👉 Prep time: 15 minutes
👉 Cook time: 15 minutes
👉 Difficulty: Easy
👉 Servings: 12–15 bombs
Apple pie bombs are typically made by wrapping apple filling in dough, frying or baking them until golden, then rolling them in cinnamon sugar and drizzling caramel on top. (Great Grub, Delicious Treats)
Why You’ll Love These Apple Pie Bombs
- Taste like mini apple pies
- Crispy outside, gooey inside
- Made with simple ingredients
- Perfect for parties or fall desserts
- Ready in under 30 minutes
These bite-sized treats are a fun twist on traditional apple pie.
Ingredients You’ll Need
Ingredients List
- 2 Granny Smith apples, diced
- ⅓ cup granulated sugar
- 2 tablespoons cornstarch
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1½ teaspoons lemon juice
- ¾ cup water
- 2 cans refrigerated crescent roll dough
- ½ cup sugar (for coating)
- 1 tablespoon cinnamon (for coating)
- Caramel sauce for drizzle
- Oil for frying
👉 Exact measurements are in the recipe card below.
Ingredient Tips
- Granny Smith apples give the best sweet-tart flavor
- Chop apples small for easier filling
- Seal dough well so filling doesn’t leak
How to Make Apple Pie Bombs
Step 1: Make the Apple Filling
In a saucepan combine:
- Water
- Sugar
- Cornstarch
- Cinnamon
- Lemon juice
Bring to a boil while stirring until thick.
Add diced apples and simmer 8–10 minutes until soft. Let cool.
Step 2: Prepare the Dough
Unroll crescent dough and pinch seams together.
Cut dough into 2–3 inch squares.
Step 3: Fill the Bombs
Place 1 tablespoon apple filling in the center of each square.
Fold the dough over and pinch edges tightly to seal.
Step 4: Fry
Heat oil over medium-high heat and fry the bombs until golden brown.
Remove and drain on paper towels.
Step 5: Bake
Place fried bombs on a baking sheet and bake at 350°F (175°C) for 10–12 minutes.
Step 6: Coat & Serve
Roll warm bombs in cinnamon sugar and drizzle with caramel sauce.
Serving Suggestions
Serve Apple Pie Bombs with:
- Vanilla ice cream
- Whipped cream
- Warm caramel sauce
- Hot coffee or tea
Perfect for holiday desserts, fall parties, or cozy nights.
Storage Tips
Store in refrigerator up to 4 days
- Reheat in oven or air fryer
- Freeze for up to 3 months
Variations You Can Try
- Add caramel candy inside the filling
- Use store-bought apple pie filling for a shortcut
- Add chopped pecans or walnuts
- Make air fryer apple pie bombs
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I bake instead of fry?
Yes. Bake at 375°F for 15–17 minutes until golden.
Can I use canned apple pie filling?
Absolutely — it’s a faster and easier option.
Why are they called “bombs”?
Because when you bite into them, the warm filling bursts with flavor.
Apple Pie Bombs (Sweet, Gooey & Cinnamon Sugar Coated)
Description
These Apple Pie Bombs are warm, golden pastry bites filled with sweet apple pie filling and coated in cinnamon sugar. They’re crispy outside, soft inside, and bursting with classic apple pie flavor in a fun bite-size dessert
Ingredients
- 2 Granny Smith apples, diced
- ⅓ cup granulated sugar
- 2 tablespoons cornstarch
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1½ teaspoons lemon juice
- ¾ cup water
- 2 cans refrigerated crescent roll dough
- ½ cup sugar (for coating)
- 1 tablespoon cinnamon (for coating)
- Caramel sauce for drizzle
- Oil for frying
Instructions
- Cook apple filling until thick.
- Roll crescent dough and cut into squares.
- Add filling and seal dough.
- Fry until golden.
- Bake 10–12 minutes.
- Roll in cinnamon sugar and drizzle caramel.
Final Thoughts
These Apple Pie Bombs are a quick and irresistible dessert packed with warm apple pie flavor in a crispy pastry shell. They’re easy to make and guaranteed to be a hit at parties or family gatherings.
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