Craving something warm, gooey, and sweet that tastes just like fall? This Apple Pie Pull-Apart Bread is everything you love about apple pie—but way easier to make and perfect for sharing. Flaky layers of dough, spiced apple filling, and a sticky, caramelized finish make this treat completely irresistible. Whether it’s breakfast, dessert, or a cozy afternoon snack, this bread is a guaranteed crowd-pleaser.

Why You’ll Love Apple Pie Pull-Apart Bread

This isn’t your ordinary sweet bread—it’s like if apple pie and cinnamon rolls had a delicious, flaky baby. Here’s why you’ll be obsessed:

Fun and Shareable: Tear-and-share style makes it ideal for gatherings or brunches.
Shortcut-Friendly: Uses pre-made dough for quick assembly.
Fall Flavors Year-Round: Cinnamon, apples, and sugar = classic comfort.
Beginner-Friendly: No fancy baking skills required—just stack and bake.
Instant Favorite: Everyone who tries it ends up asking for the recipe.

Ingredients in Apple Pie Pull-Apart Bread

Each bite is soft, buttery, and bursting with apple pie flavor. Here’s what you’ll need:

Refrigerated Biscuit Dough or Pizza Dough: The shortcut that makes this recipe quick and easy.
Apples (peeled and chopped): Granny Smiths or Honeycrisp work best.
Brown Sugar: Adds caramel-like depth.
Cinnamon: For that signature warm apple pie taste.
Butter (melted): Helps everything get golden and gooey.
Vanilla Extract: Enhances all the sweet flavors.
Powdered Sugar + Milk (optional glaze): Drizzle on top for extra indulgence.

(Note: the full ingredients list, including measurements, is provided in the recipe card directly below.)

Instructions

Here’s how to whip up this mouthwatering pull-apart bread:

Prep Your Oven and Pan: Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a loaf pan.

Cook the Apple Filling: In a skillet, melt butter and sauté apples with brown sugar and cinnamon until tender. Let cool.

Layer the Dough: Roll out each biscuit or dough piece, spread a spoonful of apple filling, and stack them up vertically in the loaf pan.

Bake It Up: Cover with foil and bake for 30 minutes. Uncover and bake another 10-15 minutes until golden brown and bubbly.

Add the Glaze (Optional): Mix powdered sugar and milk, then drizzle over warm bread.

Serve and Enjoy: Pull apart piece by piece and enjoy the gooey, spiced goodness.

Nutrition Facts

Servings: 6–8
Calories per serving: Approximately 280
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Preparation Time

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 40 minutes
Total Time: 55 minutes

How to Serve Apple Pie Pull-Apart Bread

This treat is so versatile—it works for breakfast, dessert, or a cozy snack. Here are some delicious serving ideas:

Serve warm with a scoop of vanilla ice cream for dessert
Pair with a hot cup of coffee or apple cider
Dust with powdered sugar and pack it for brunch picnics

Additional Tips

To take your pull-apart bread to the next level:

Add chopped pecans or walnuts for crunch.
Use store-bought apple pie filling in a pinch.
Add a touch of nutmeg or cloves for extra spice.
Keep leftovers in an airtight container and reheat in the microwave for gooey goodness.

FAQ’s

1. Can I use homemade dough?
Absolutely! Any soft yeast dough works well.

2. Can I prep this in advance?
Yes, assemble it the night before, refrigerate, and bake fresh in the morning.

3. How do I keep it from sticking?
Grease your pan well or line it with parchment paper.

4. Can I freeze leftovers?
Yes! Wrap slices in foil and freeze for up to a month.

5. What apples are best?
Granny Smith for tartness, Honeycrisp for sweetness.

6. Can I skip the glaze?
Sure, it’s still amazing without it—but we highly recommend it.

7. Can I make it in a bundt pan?
Yes! It becomes more like a monkey bread version.

8. Is this overly sweet?
It’s sweet, but balanced with the tart apples. Adjust sugar to taste.

9. Can I add raisins?
Definitely, just stir them into the apple filling.

10. How long does it stay fresh?
About 2–3 days covered at room temp. Reheat for that fresh-out-the-oven feel.

CONCLUSION

Apple Pie Pull-Apart Bread is the kind of recipe that makes your kitchen smell like a bakery and brings people running to the table. It’s ridiculously easy to make, and every bite is packed with soft dough, warm apples, and cinnamon-sugar magic. You’ll want to bake this one again and again!

Apple Pie Pull-Apart Bread

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Author: Sophia Bennett
Prep Time: 20min
Cook Time: 45min
Total Time: 1hr5min
Yield: 8servings
Category: Dessert
Method: Baking
Cuisine: American
Diet: Vegetarian

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Description

Apple Pie Pull-Apart Bread is a delightful fusion of classic apple pie flavors and soft, buttery bread. This shareable treat features layers of dough filled with spiced apple slices, brown sugar, and cinnamon, all baked to golden perfection and drizzled with a sweet glaze. Perfect for breakfast, brunch, or dessert.

Ingredients

– 1 can (16.3 oz) refrigerated Pillsbury™ Grands!™ Flaky Layers Original Biscuits (8 count)

– 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted

– 1/2 cup packed brown sugar

– 1 tablespoon ground cinnamon

– Juice of 1 large orange

– 1 large green apple, peeled and cut into 1/4-inch-thick slices

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Instructions

1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Place oven rack in the center position. Grease a 9×5-inch loaf pan with a small amount of the melted butter.

2. In a large bowl, combine the remaining melted butter, brown sugar, cinnamon, and orange juice. Stir until well mixed. Add the apple slices and toss to coat evenly.

3. Separate the biscuit dough into individual biscuits and then split each biscuit in half horizontally, creating 16 thin rounds.

4. Arrange the biscuit halves and apple slices alternately in the prepared loaf pan, standing them on their edges to create layers.

5. Pour any remaining apple mixture over the top of the layered biscuits and apples.

6. Bake for 45 to 50 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and the center is cooked through. If the top browns too quickly, cover loosely with foil during the last 10 minutes of baking.

7. Remove from oven and let cool in the pan for 10 minutes. Then, carefully remove the bread from the pan and place it on a serving platter.

8. Drizzle with your favorite glaze or icing before serving, if desired.