Apple Dumplings
Tender baked apples wrapped in flaky pastry, spiced with cinnamon and brown sugar, and baked in a sweet buttery syrup. A comforting dessert perfect for fall or any cozy occasion.
Prep
: 10
Total
: 25 minutes
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 6 medium apples (such as Granny Smith), peeled and cored
- 1 package refrigerated pie crusts (14.1 oz) or homemade pastry for 2 crusts
- 0.75 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 1 cup brown sugar, packed
- 0.5 cup granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 0.25 teaspoon ground nutmeg
- 0.5 cup water
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
Preparation Steps
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Lightly grease a 9x13-inch baking dish.
- Roll out pie crusts and cut each into 6 equal wedges (12 total). Place one apple in the center of each wedge.
- In a small bowl, mix brown sugar, cinnamon, and nutmeg. Spoon about 1 tablespoon of the mixture into the cavity of each apple.
- Wrap each apple with a pastry wedge, stretching slightly to cover completely. Place seam-side down in the prepared baking dish.
- In a small saucepan, combine melted butter, granulated sugar, water, and vanilla. Bring to a boil, stirring until sugar dissolves.
- Pour the hot syrup evenly over the dumplings. Sprinkle any remaining spice mixture over the top.
- Bake for 45 minutes, or until apples are tender and pastry is golden brown. Baste with syrup halfway through baking.
- Let cool slightly before serving. Serve warm, optionally with vanilla ice cream or whipped cream.
Notes
For best results, use firm apples that hold their shape during baking. Leftovers can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days and reheated gently before serving.