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Country Apple Dumplings

Country Apple Dumplings are a delightful pastry treat filled with sweet, spiced apples and wrapped in tender dough. Baked until golden brown, these dumplings are perfect for dessert and are especially comforting during the fall. Serve them warm with a scoop of vanilla ice cream for a delicious treat.
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Prep Time 25 minutes
Cook Time 45 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 10 minutes
Course Dessert
Cuisine American
Servings 4 People
Calories 250 kcal

Equipment

  • 1 rolling pin
  • 2 mixing bowls
  • 1 baking sheet
  • 1 parchment paper optional
  • 1 saucepan
  • 1 set measuring cups and spoons

Ingredients
  

  • 2 large apples, peeled and cored Granny Smith or Honeycrisp apples work well.
  • 1 teaspoon cinnamon
  • ½ teaspoon nutmeg
  • 1 tablespoon sugar
  • 1 package refrigerated pie crusts Contains 2 crusts.
  • 1 cup water
  • ½ cup butter 1 stick.
  • 1 cup sugar For the syrup.
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Instructions
 

  • Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C).
  • In a small bowl, mix together 1 tablespoon of sugar, cinnamon, and nutmeg.
  • Cut each apple into 8 slices. Sprinkle the cinnamon mixture over the apple slices, making sure they are well coated.
  • Roll out the pie crusts on a lightly floured surface. Cut each crust into 4 squares (you should have 8 squares in total).
  • Place 1 or 2 apple slices in the center of each pie crust square.
  • Fold the corners of the pie crust over the apples, sealing the edges to form a dumpling shape. Pinch the edges to ensure they are securely closed.
  • Place the dumplings on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
  • In a saucepan, combine 1 cup of water, 1 cup of sugar, butter, and vanilla extract. Bring to a boil and stir until the sugar is dissolved.
  • Pour the hot syrup over the dumplings on the baking sheet.
  • Bake in the preheated oven for 30-35 minutes or until the dumplings are golden brown.
  • Remove from the oven and let cool slightly before serving.

Notes

You can use any firm variety of apples, such as Granny Smith or Honeycrisp, for the best results.
For added flavor, consider drizzling the dumplings with a bit of caramel sauce or serving them with whipped cream.
Leftover dumplings can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Reheat in the oven for the best texture.