Imagine biting into a warm, golden-brown pastry that oozes with caramelized apple goodness and fills your kitchen with the most heavenly cinnamon aroma. These small-batch apple dumplings are not just a dessert; they're a magical culinary experience that transforms simple ingredients into a mouthwatering treat that will have everyone begging for seconds. Perfect for intimate gatherings or a cozy weekend dessert, this recipe proves that sometimes the most delightful dishes come in small, perfectly wrapped packages!
Prep Time: 15 mins
Cook Time: 30 mins
Total Time: 45 mins
Cuisine: American
Serves: 2 servings
Ingredients
- 2 medium apples, peeled and cored
- 1 cup crescent roll dough
- 1/4 cup brown sugar
- 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
- 1/4 cup butter, melted
- 1/2 cup apple juice
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C). Prepare a small baking dish by lightly greasing it with butter or cooking spray.
- Wash, peel, and core the apples. Cut each apple in half, ensuring they are evenly sized and free from blemishes.
- Open the crescent roll dough package and unroll the dough. Separate the dough into individual triangles.
- In a small bowl, mix the brown sugar and cinnamon together to create a sweet spice blend.
- Wrap each apple half in a crescent roll triangle, completely encasing the fruit. Pinch the edges to seal and create a smooth dumpling shape.
- Place the wrapped apple dumplings in the prepared baking dish, leaving some space between them.
- Pour the melted butter evenly over the dumplings, ensuring each one is coated.
- Sprinkle the cinnamon-sugar mixture over the buttered dumplings, covering them generously.
- Slowly pour the apple juice around the dumplings in the baking dish, creating a shallow liquid base.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, or until the dough is golden brown and the apples are tender.
- Remove from the oven and let cool for 5-10 minutes. The sauce will thicken slightly as it cools.
- Serve warm, optionally topped with vanilla ice cream or whipped cream. Spoon some of the caramelized sauce over each dumpling before serving.
Tips
- • Choose firm, slightly tart apples like Granny Smith or Honeycrisp for the best texture and flavor • Ensure your crescent roll dough is cold but pliable for easier wrapping • Pinch the dough edges carefully to prevent the apple from leaking during baking • Don't skip pouring the apple juice - it creates a delicious self-basting sauce • Let the dumplings rest for a few minutes after baking to allow the sauce to thicken • For extra indulgence, serve with a scoop of vanilla ice cream or a dollop of whipped cream • If you want a more pronounced caramel flavor, you can drizzle some caramel sauce over the finished dumplings
Nutrition Facts
Calories: 380kcal
Carbohydrates: 45g
Protein: 3g
Fat: 22g
Saturated Fat: 10g
Cholesterol: 40mg
