A delightful dessert that transforms simple ingredients into a bakery-worthy treat. These dumplings combine flaky crescent rolls, tender apples, and a rich butter-cinnamon sauce for an irresistible comfort food experience.

Main Ingredients

For the Dumplings:

• 2 cans crescent roll dough
• 2 large Granny Smith apples
• 1 cup unsalted butter
• 1 cup granulated sugar
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1½ teaspoons ground cinnamon
• 1 can (12 oz) Mountain Dew or Sprite

Optional Toppings:

• Vanilla ice cream
• Caramel sauce
• Chopped nuts
• Whipped cream
• Extra cinnamon

The Method

Step 1: Preparation

1. Preheat oven to 350°F
2. Butter 9×13 inch baking dish
3. Peel and core apples
4. Cut each apple into 8 wedges
5. Keep crescent dough refrigerated until ready

Step 2: Making Dumplings

1. Unroll one package of crescents
2. Separate into triangles
3. Place apple wedge on wide end
4. Roll up, tucking in sides
5. Place in prepared dish
6. Repeat with remaining dough and apples

Step 3: Creating the Sauce

1. Melt butter in saucepan
2. Add sugar and cinnamon
3. Stir until well combined
4. Remove from heat
5. Add vanilla extract
6. Pour mixture over dumplings

Step 4: Finishing & Baking

1. Pour soda around edges of pan
2. Bake 35-40 minutes until golden
3. Baste occasionally with pan sauce
4. Let cool 10 minutes
5. Serve warm with toppings

Expert Tips

1. For Best Results:

• Use cold dough
• Choose firm apples
• Don’t skip basting
• Let cool slightly

1. Make-Ahead Options:

• Prepare up to soda step
• Add liquid just before baking
• Best served warm

Storage Guidelines

• Best eaten same day
• Refrigerate up to 3 days
• Reheat in oven
• Don’t freeze assembled

Variations

1. Apple Choices:

• Honeycrisp
• Pink Lady
• Fuji
• Jonagold

1. Flavor Additions:

• Add nutmeg
• Include brown sugar
• Mix in pecans
• Add caramel pieces

Perfect for:

• Weekend treats
• Holiday desserts
• Family gatherings
• Quick desserts

Remember:

• Keep ingredients cold
• Don’t overbake
• Serve warm
• Baste regularly

These apple dumplings are the perfect combination of convenience and homemade taste. They’re quick to prepare but taste like you spent hours in the kitchen. Enjoy!