Apple Pie Dumplings
Apple Pie Dumplings are a delightful twist on a classic dessert, combining baked apples with flaky crescent rolls for a warm, gooey treat.
Ingredients
For the Apple Filling
- 2 green apples (diced) Use your favorite variety of apples
- 4 cups water
- 1/4 cup lemon juice Helps prevent browning
- 1/2 tablespoon cinnamon For flavor
- 2 tablespoons sugar
For the Dumplings
- 1 tube crescent rolls Use store-bought for convenience
- 1 stick butter (melted) Enhances flavor and texture
- 2 tablespoons light brown sugar (packed) Adds sweetness
- 2 tablespoons sugar
- 1 tablespoon flour
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract For flavor
- 1/4 teaspoon apple pie spice Optional for additional flavor
- 1/3 cup Sprite (or 7UP) Adds moisture and sweetness
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat the oven according to the crescent roll package instructions.
- In a pot, combine water, lemon juice, cinnamon, and 2 tablespoons of sugar. Bring to a boil.
- Add diced apples to the boiling mixture and cook for about 5 minutes until slightly softened.
- Remove apples from heat and let them cool.
Assembly
- Roll out the crescent rolls, and place a spoonful of the apple mixture in the center of each one.
- Roll the dough around the filling and pinch to seal.
- Place the dumplings in a greased baking dish.
Baking
- In a bowl, mix melted butter, light brown sugar, and vanilla, then pour over the dumplings.
- Sprinkle flour and apple pie spice over dumplings.
- Pour the Sprite (or 7UP) around the dumplings in the baking dish.
- Bake according to crescent roll package instructions until golden brown.
Serving
- Serve warm and enjoy!
Notes
These dumplings can be served with a scoop of vanilla ice cream or drizzled with caramel sauce for extra indulgence. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge.