Get ready to transform your ordinary weekend into an extraordinary culinary adventure with these irresistible Apple Dumplings Cobbler! Imagine tender, cinnamon-kissed apples wrapped in golden, flaky crescent rolls, swimming in a rich, buttery caramel sauce that promises to make your taste buds dance with pure delight. This classic American dessert isn't just a recipe – it's a warm hug on a plate that will have your family and friends begging for seconds!
Prep Time: 20 mins
Cook Time: 50 mins
Total Time: 1 hrs 10 mins
Cuisine: American
Serves: 8 servings
Ingredients
- 4 large apples, peeled and cored
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1 cup water
- 1 package refrigerated crescent rolls
- 1/2 cup butter, melted
- 1 cup brown sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9x13 inch baking dish thoroughly to prevent sticking.
- Wash, peel, and core the apples carefully. Cut each apple into 4 equal wedges, ensuring uniform size for even cooking.
- In a small bowl, mix granulated sugar and ground cinnamon. Roll each apple wedge in the cinnamon-sugar mixture, coating completely.
- Unroll the crescent roll dough and separate into individual triangles. Wrap each cinnamon-sugar coated apple wedge in a crescent roll triangle, sealing the edges completely.
- Arrange the wrapped apple dumplings in the prepared baking dish, leaving a little space between each dumpling.
- In a separate saucepan, combine water, brown sugar, melted butter, and vanilla extract. Bring the mixture to a gentle boil, stirring constantly until the brown sugar dissolves.
- Carefully pour the hot sugar syrup evenly over the wrapped apple dumplings in the baking dish.
- Place the baking dish in the preheated oven and bake for 45-50 minutes, or until the dumplings are golden brown and the sauce is bubbling.
- Remove from the oven and let cool for 10-15 minutes. The sauce will thicken as it cools.
- Serve warm, spooning extra sauce over each dumpling. Optional: top with vanilla ice cream or whipped cream for extra indulgence.
Tips
- Choose firm, crisp apples like Granny Smith or Honeycrisp for the best texture and flavor.
- Make sure to seal the crescent roll edges completely to prevent the filling from leaking during baking.
- Use a sharp knife to create clean apple wedges for even cooking and a beautiful presentation.
- Don't rush the sugar syrup - let it come to a gentle boil to ensure the brown sugar dissolves completely.
- Let the dumplings rest for 10-15 minutes after baking to allow the sauce to thicken and set.
- For an extra touch of decadence, serve with a scoop of vanilla ice cream or a dollop of whipped cream.
- These dumplings can be prepared ahead of time and refrigerated before baking - perfect for meal prep or entertaining!
Nutrition Facts
Calories: 450kcal
Carbohydrates: 65g
Protein: 3g
Fat: 22g
Saturated Fat: 12g
Cholesterol: 50mg
