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Pioneer Woman’s Apple Dumplings

Pioneer Woman’s Apple Dumplings
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Pioneer Woman’s Apple Dumplings feature tender, cinnamon-spiced apples wrapped in a flaky, buttery crust, baked to golden perfection. This comforting and nostalgic dessert combines simple pantry ingredients to deliver warm, cozy flavors ideal for family gatherings or a sweet finish to any meal. Enjoy them fresh from the oven or topped with ice cream or whipped cream for extra indulgence.

Ingredients

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Fruit

  • 6 firm, tart apples (such as Granny Smith)
  • 2 tablespoons lemon juice

Crust

  • 1 package puff pastry or 1 pie crust sheet (gluten-free option available)
  • 4 tablespoons butter, cut into small pieces

Filling & Syrup

  • 1/2 cup brown sugar
  • 1 tablespoon ground cinnamon
  • 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
  • 2 tablespoons melted butter
  • 1/4 cup water (adjust as needed for syrup consistency)

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Apples: Core and peel the apples. Toss them with lemon juice, cinnamon, and brown sugar to coat evenly, ensuring they remain flavorful and crisp after baking.
  2. Roll Out the Dough: On a floured surface, roll out the pie crust or puff pastry into squares large enough to fully enclose each apple.
  3. Assemble the Dumplings: Place a coated apple on each dough square, dot the top with pieces of butter, then carefully wrap the dough around each apple, sealing the edges tightly to prevent syrup leakage.
  4. Arrange in the Baking Dish: Place the wrapped apples snugly in a greased baking pan so they support each other and maintain shape during baking.
  5. Pour the Syrup: Mix brown sugar, cinnamon, melted butter, and water to form a syrup. Pour evenly over the dumplings to glaze and add moisture.
  6. Bake to Perfection: Bake in a preheated oven at 350°F (175°C) for about 45 minutes, until the crusts are golden brown and the syrup bubbles enticingly around the dumplings.

Notes

  • Choose crisp apples like Granny Smith or Honeycrisp to prevent soggy filling.
  • Keep dough chilled until assembly to maintain flakiness.
  • Seal dough edges well to avoid syrup leaks.
  • If the syrup thickens too much, add a splash of water for even coverage.
  • Use a baking dish with sides to catch drips and keep dumplings cozy.
  • Leftovers can be refrigerated up to 3 days or frozen unbaked for up to 1 month.
  • Reheat in oven at 300°F (150°C) for 10-15 minutes or microwave briefly to refresh.

Nutrition

Keywords: apple dumplings, Pioneer Woman, cinnamon apples, dessert, flaky crust, baked apples, family dessert, apple pastry

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