If you’ve been searching for the perfect bite-sized dessert that’s quick, easy, and downright irresistible, these Cherry Pie Bombs are exactly what you need. With gooey cherry filling tucked inside golden, buttery biscuit dough and coated in a crunchy cinnamon-sugar shell, they’re everything you love about cherry pie—just way faster and cuter! Whether baked or air-fried, they come together in less than 30 minutes and taste like little pockets of joy.
Why You’ll Love This Recipe
- Speedy & Simple: No need to fuss with homemade dough or pie crust—canned biscuits do all the heavy lifting. Perfect for last-minute desserts!
- Crowd-Pleaser: These sweet bombs are loved by both kids and adults. You can serve them at parties, brunches, or even as a late-night treat.
- Air Fryer or Oven-Friendly: Choose whichever method fits your schedule—both turn out wonderfully crispy and golden.
- Deliciously Textured: Crispy on the outside, soft and gooey inside, with just the right amount of sugary crunch.
- Canned Biscuits: Use Grand-style biscuits for structure and fluff. Avoid flaky layers or crescent dough—they don’t hold the filling well.
- Cherry Pie Filling: The star of the show! Sweet, tart, and juicy. If you’re feeling extra fancy, you can add a pinch of almond extract.
- Unsalted Butter: Melted and used to coat each bomb so the cinnamon sugar sticks beautifully.
- Cinnamon-Sugar Blend: Adds that sweet, warm crunch to the outside. Homemade or store-bought works great.
Tip: For an even bolder flavor, mix in a touch of nutmeg or cardamom to your cinnamon sugar.
Variations
Looking to mix things up? Try one of these delicious spins:
- Different Fillings: Swap cherry pie filling for apple, blueberry, or even Nutella for a chocolatey twist.
- Add Cream Cheese: Place a small dollop of cream cheese under the cherry filling for a tangy surprise.
- Glazed Finish: Drizzle with vanilla glaze or a powdered sugar icing instead of cinnamon sugar.
- Savory Version: Use savory fillings like pepperoni and cheese, and coat in garlic butter and parmesan.
How to Make Cherry Pie Bombs
Step 1: Prepare the Dough
Split each biscuit in half horizontally to create 16 circles. Roll each into a 4-inch round using your hands or a rolling pin.