PIONEER WOMANS APPLE DUMPLINGS

Pioneer Woman’s Apple Dumplings are a delightful and comforting dessert that combines the classic flavors of apples, cinnamon, and butter, all wrapped in a tender, flaky pastry. This recipe takes inspiration from traditional Southern cooking and adds a touch of modern convenience, making it an easy yet impressive dish for family gatherings, potlucks, or a cozy night in. The result is a warm, gooey treat that pairs perfectly with a scoop of vanilla ice cream or a dollop of whipped cream.

Apple dumplings have a rich history in American cuisine, particularly in the South. They originated as a way to use up an abundance of apples during harvest season. Early settlers would wrap whole apples in pastry dough and bake them until golden brown, creating a dessert that was both simple and delicious. Over time, various regions have added their own twists, including different spices and sauces, but the essence of this comforting dessert has remained the same. The Pioneer Woman’s version pays homage to these traditional roots while streamlining the process for the modern kitchen.

Ingredients :

• 1 large apple {I used a Fuji- any apple will do, tart is better}
• 1 can Pillsbury Crescent dough
• 1/2 cup butter
• 2/3 cups sugar
• 1/2 tsp cinnamon
• 1/2 tsp vanilla
• 3/4 cup or 6 oz. 7-Up or equivalent {half the can}

• Directions :

  Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F. Grease an 8×8 baking dish.

  Cut each apple into 8-10 wedges.

  Slice the apple skin off as well and set aside.

  Separate the crescent roll dough into triangles.

  Roll each apple wedge in crescent roll dough starting at the wide end.

  Pinch to seal and cover apple and place in the baking dish. {This is easier if you first pat the apple wedge dry, then wrap dough around it.}

   

   

  Melt butter in a small saucepan and stir in the sugar and cinnamon. Heat, whisking to combine.
  The mixture will slowly combine and thicken. When it’s thickened, remove from heat and add vanilla.

  Pour cinnamon mixture over the apple dumplings. Pour soda over the dumplings. Bake for 40 to 45 minutes in the preheated oven, or until golden brown!!!