Introduction:
If autumn had a flavor, it would taste like cinnamon and apples baked into warm, fluffy bread. The Cinnamon Apple Pull Apart Bake combines the best parts of apple pie and cinnamon rolls, creating a gooey, golden treat that’s perfect for breakfast, brunch, dessert, or even a cozy snack. Designed for sharing, this bake is made with layers of buttery biscuit or dough pieces coated in cinnamon sugar, apples, and drizzled with glaze. Every bite bursts with sweetness, spice, and the comforting aroma of fresh apples baking in the oven.
Ingredients:
For the pull-apart layers:
2 cans (16 oz each) refrigerated biscuit dough (or homemade yeast rolls)
2 medium apples, peeled, cored, and chopped (Granny Smith or Honeycrisp work best)
½ cup (100 g) granulated sugar
½ cup (100 g) brown sugar
2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
½ teaspoon ground nutmeg (optional)
½ cup (115 g) unsalted butter, melted
For the glaze:
1 cup (120 g) powdered sugar
2–3 tablespoons milk (or cream)
½ teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions:
1. Prepare the dough
Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
Grease a Bundt pan or 9×13-inch baking dish.
Cut biscuit dough into quarters (bite-sized pieces).
2. Mix the coating
In a large bowl, combine granulated sugar, brown sugar, cinnamon, and nutmeg.
Toss the biscuit pieces and apple chunks in the mixture until well-coated.
3. Layer the bake
Place coated dough and apple pieces into the prepared pan in even layers.
Pour melted butter over the top, letting it seep into all the nooks and crannies.
4. Bake
Bake for 35–40 minutes, or until golden brown and cooked through in the center.
Let cool for 10 minutes before inverting onto a serving plate (if using a Bundt pan).
5. Glaze and serve
Whisk powdered sugar, milk, and vanilla until smooth.
Drizzle over warm pull-apart bake.
Serve warm, letting guests pull apart pieces by hand or cut into slices.
Tips & Variations
Caramel apple twist: Drizzle with caramel sauce instead of glaze.
Nutty crunch: Add chopped pecans or walnuts between the dough layers.
Extra indulgence: Mix cream cheese into the glaze for a tangy frosting.
Make-ahead: Assemble the night before, cover, and refrigerate. Bake fresh in the morning.
Apple swap: Try pears for a different flavor profile.
Serving Suggestions
Enjoy with a hot cup of coffee, apple cider, or chai tea.
Serve as part of a brunch spread with eggs, bacon, and fresh fruit.
Pair with vanilla ice cream for a decadent dessert version.
Conclusion
The Cinnamon Apple Pull Apart Bake is the ultimate comfort bake — warm, gooey, and bursting with apple-cinnamon goodness. Its shareable nature makes it perfect for family breakfasts, holiday gatherings, or cozy nights in. With just a handful of ingredients and simple steps, you’ll have a golden, sweet, pull-apart treat that disappears as quickly as it comes out of the oven.