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Enjoy warm, flaky, and sweet apple dumplings made with simple ingredients. This easy recipe delivers soft, buttery dumplings with a delicious cinnamon-sugar glaze. Perfect for a cozy dessert!
Ingredients:
- 2 Granny Smith apples
- 1 lemon
- 1 cup sugar (divided)
- ½ cup (1 stick) butter
- ¼ teaspoon vanilla extract
- 8 canned buttermilk biscuits
- 4 teaspoons ground cinnamon
Instructions:
Step 1: Prep the Apples
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Peel, core, and slice the apples into 8 wedges each.
- Fill a bowl with water and squeeze in the juice of 1 lemon. Add apple slices to prevent browning.
Step 2: Make the Syrup
- In a saucepan, combine 1 cup water, ¾ cup sugar, butter, and vanilla extract.
- Heat over medium until the sugar dissolves and the mixture begins to boil. Remove from heat.
Step 3: Wrap the Apples
- Separate each biscuit into two layers.
- Wrap a biscuit layer around each apple slice, slightly stretching to cover it. Seal the edges.
- Place the wrapped apples seam-side down in a 9×12-inch baking dish.
Step 4: Add Toppings & Bake
- Pour the warm sugar syrup over the dumplings.
- Mix the remaining ¼ cup sugar with cinnamon and sprinkle over the top.
- Bake for 35 minutes or until golden brown.
Step 5: Serve & Enjoy!
Let cool slightly, then serve warm. These apple dumplings pair perfectly with vanilla ice cream or whipped cream!
Tips for the Best Apple Dumplings
Use Granny Smith apples for a tart contrast to the sweet sauce.
Make sure to seal the dough well so the syrup stays inside.
Add a scoop of vanilla ice cream for an extra treat!