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Apple Dumplings Recipe

Apple Dumplings are a nostalgic dessert that brings warmth and comfort to any meal. Tart Granny Smith apples are wrapped in soft, flaky buttermilk biscuits, then baked in a sweet, buttery sauce with a hint of cinnamon. This easy-to-make dessert is perfect for fall or whenever you want to treat your family to a delicious homemade treat.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 35 minutes
Total Time 55 minutes
Course Comfort Food, Dessert
Cuisine American
Servings 8
Calories 310 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • 2 Granny Smith apples
  • 1 lemon
  • 1 cup sugar divided
  • ½ cup 1 stick butter
  • ¼ teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 8-ounce can buttermilk biscuits
  • 4 teaspoons ground cinnamon
  • 1 cup water

Instructions
 

Prepare the Apples:

  • Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
  • Peel and core the Granny Smith apples. Slice each apple into 8 slices, making a total of 16 slices.
  • Fill a bowl with water and squeeze the juice of 1 lemon into it. Add the apple slices to the lemon water to prevent browning while you prepare the other ingredients.

Prepare the Sugar Mixture:

  • In a medium saucepan, combine 1 cup of water, ¾ cup of sugar, ½ cup butter, and ¼ teaspoon vanilla extract.
  • Place the saucepan over medium heat and bring the mixture to a boil, stirring occasionally to dissolve the sugar and melt the butter. Once it reaches a boil, remove the pan from heat.

Assemble the Dumplings:

  • Open the can of buttermilk biscuits and separate each biscuit into 2 layers, making 16 layers.
  • Take one apple slice and wrap it with a biscuit layer, stretching the biscuit slightly to cover the apple completely. Pinch the edges to seal.
  • Arrange the wrapped apple slices, sealed-side down, in a 9x13-inch casserole dish.

Add the Sugar Mixture and Cinnamon Sugar:

  • Carefully pour the hot sugar mixture over the apple slices in the casserole dish, ensuring all dumplings are coated.
  • In a small bowl, mix the remaining ¼ cup of sugar with 4 teaspoons of ground cinnamon.
  • Sprinkle the cinnamon sugar mixture evenly over the tops of the wrapped apple slices.

Bake the Apple Dumplings:

  • Bake in the preheated oven for about 35 minutes, or until the dumplings are golden brown and the apples are tender.
  • Remove the dish from the oven and let the dumplings cool slightly before serving.

Notes

For variations, try different apple varieties or add a pinch of nutmeg to the cinnamon sugar. You can also add chopped nuts for extra texture or use gluten-free or vegan substitutes for the biscuits and butter. Enjoy these apple dumplings warm with a scoop of vanilla ice cream or a dollop of whipped cream for an extra special treat.

Nutrition

Serving: 150gCalories: 310kcal
Keyword apple dumplings, baked apples, buttermilk biscuits, Cinnamon
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