Save Tender, golden biscuits packed with juicy apples, creamy butterscotch chips, and a caramel drizzle are a cozy, fall-inspired treat that is perfect for breakfast or dessert. These drop biscuits come together quickly, with warm cinnamon and seasonal fruit adding a comforting touch to each bite.
I first baked these biscuits for a crisp autumn brunch with friends. The combination of apples and butterscotch was a huge hit, and the caramel drizzle took them to the next level. Everyone reached for seconds and wanted the recipe for their own holiday gatherings!
Ingredients
- All-purpose flour: 2 cups (250 g)
- Granulated sugar: 1/4 cup (50 g)
- Baking powder: 1 tbsp
- Ground cinnamon: 1/2 tsp
- Salt: 1/2 tsp
- Unsalted butter, cold and cubed: 1/2 cup (115 g)
- Whole milk, cold: 2/3 cup (160 ml)
- Large egg: 1
- Vanilla extract: 1 tsp
- Peeled, diced tart apple (e.g., Granny Smith): 1 cup (120 g)
- Butterscotch chips: 2/3 cup (120 g)
- Caramel sauce (store-bought or homemade): 1/3 cup (80 ml)
Instructions
- Prep:
- Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Mix Dry Ingredients:
- In a large bowl, whisk together flour, sugar, baking powder, cinnamon, and salt.
- Add Butter:
- Cut cold cubed butter into the flour mixture using a pastry blender or fingers until mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
- Combine Wet Ingredients:
- In a small bowl, whisk together milk, egg, and vanilla. Pour over dry ingredients and stir until just combined.
- Fold In Apples and Chips:
- Gently fold in diced apple and butterscotch chips.
- Shape Biscuits:
- Using a large spoon or ice cream scoop, drop mounds of dough (about 1/4 cup each) onto prepared baking sheet, spacing 2 inches apart.
- Bake:
- Bake for 16–18 minutes, or until biscuits are golden brown and set.
- Cool:
- Allow biscuits to cool on baking sheet for 5 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack.
- Drizzle and Serve:
- Drizzle biscuits with caramel sauce while still slightly warm. Serve immediately or at room temperature.
Save These biscuits quickly became a family favorite for chilly weekends. My kids love helping drizzle the caramel sauce, and we always enjoy them together with mugs of spiced chai or coffee.
Notes
For extra flavor, you can sprinkle a pinch of flaky sea salt over the biscuits after drizzling with caramel. Swap apples for pears to give these a tasty twist.
Required Tools
You will need mixing bowls, a pastry blender or fork, a baking sheet, parchment paper, a wire rack, and measuring cups and spoons to make these biscuits.
Allergen Information
This recipe contains wheat (gluten), milk, and egg, and may contain soy depending on the butterscotch chips and caramel sauce used. Always check labels for allergen warnings.
Save Enjoy these biscuits warm for the most comforting experience. They're perfect for autumn mornings or a sweet seasonal dessert with loved ones.
Recipe FAQ Section
- → What type of apples work best?
Tart apples like Granny Smith add a bright flavor and keep their texture during baking.
- → Can I substitute butterscotch chips?
Yes, try using white chocolate or cinnamon chips for a unique twist.
- → What is the best way to serve these biscuits?
They're delicious warm, drizzled with caramel and paired with spicy chai or coffee.
- → Can I make these biscuits ahead?
Yes, prepare in advance and store in an airtight container for up to two days.
- → How can I add extra flavor?
Sprinkle flaky sea salt over the caramel or swap pears for apples for variety.
- → Are these biscuits vegetarian?
Yes, they do not contain meat and use common vegetarian ingredients.