Marry This Apple Dumplings recipe is an easy and gooey recipe, which is made with crescent rolls and Mountain Dew. It’s the ultimate comfort food recipe, ready in about an hour.
Jump to RecipeApple Dumplings Recipe Ingredients
- 2 Granny Smith apples
- 2 (8-oz.) cans crescent rolls
- 1 cup butter
- 1 1/2 cups sugar
- 1 tsp. vanilla extract
- 1 (12-oz.) can Mountain Dew soda
- 1 tsp. cinnamon
How To Make Apple Dumplings
- Prep Oven and Apples: Preheat the oven to 350°F. Butter a 13×9-inch baking dish. Peel and core the apples, then cut each apple into 8 equal wedges.
- Wrap the Apples: Unroll the crescent dough and separate the triangles. Place one apple wedge on the wide end of a triangle and roll it up toward the point. Place the wrapped apple in the prepared baking dish. Repeat with all apple wedges.
- Make the Butter Sauce: In a small saucepan, melt the butter. Stir in the sugar and vanilla until it forms a lumpy, grainy mixture.
- Assemble and Bake: Pour the butter and sugar mixture evenly over the wrapped apples in the dish. Pour the Mountain Dew around the edges of the pan, not directly over the dumplings. Sprinkle everything with cinnamon.
- Bake Until Golden: Bake for 30 to 45 minutes, until the dumplings are golden brown and crispy on top and the sauce is bubbly.
- Serve: Let the dumplings rest for a few minutes. Serve warm with a scoop of ice cream, making sure to spoon some of the extra caramel-like sauce from the pan over the top.
Recipe Tips
- Why use Mountain Dew? It might sound strange, but the citrus soda and sugar combine with the butter to create a magical, delicious caramel-like sauce as it bakes. The acidity also helps to tenderize the apples.
- What are the best apples to use? Firm, tart apples like Granny Smith are perfect because they hold their shape during baking and their tartness balances the sweetness of the sauce.
- Can I use a different soda? Yes, you can substitute the Mountain Dew with other citrus-flavored sodas like Sprite, 7-Up, or even a ginger ale for a slightly different flavor profile.
- How do I know when they are done? The crescent roll dough should be a deep golden brown and look cooked through, not doughy. The sauce in the bottom of the pan should be thick and bubbling.
What To Serve With Apple Dumplings
This is a very rich and sweet dessert that is best served warm. It pairs perfectly with:
- A scoop of classic vanilla bean ice cream
- A dollop of fresh, unsweetened whipped cream
- A drizzle of heavy cream
How To Store Apple Dumplings
- Refrigerate: Let the dumplings cool completely, then cover the dish or transfer them to an airtight container. They will keep in the refrigerator for up to 4 days.
- Reheating: The best way to reheat is in a 350°F oven for 10-15 minutes until warmed through. You can also reheat individual portions in the microwave.
Apple Dumplings Nutrition Facts
- Calories: 450-550 kcal
- Fat: 25g
- Carbohydrates: 60g
- Protein: 3g
Nutrition information is estimated and may vary based on ingredients and cooking methods used.
FAQs
Yes, it’s highly recommended. The apple skin can become tough during baking, and peeling them ensures the apples become perfectly soft and tender all the way through.
This dessert is best served fresh and warm from the oven. Assembling it too far in advance can make the crescent roll dough soggy.
This can happen if the dumplings are underbaked. Ensure the sauce is actively bubbling and the tops are golden brown before removing them from the oven. The sauce will also continue to thicken as it cools slightly.
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Apple Dumplings Recipe
Course: DessertCuisine: AmericanDifficulty: Easy8
servings15
minutes45
minutes550
kcalTender apple wedges are wrapped in crescent roll dough and baked in a rich, buttery, caramel-like sauce made with a surprising secret ingredient: Mountain Dew.
Ingredients
2 Granny Smith apples
2 (8-oz.) cans crescent rolls
1 cup butter
1 1/2 cups sugar
1 tsp. vanilla extract
1 (12-oz.) can Mountain Dew soda
1 tsp. cinnamon
Directions
- Preheat oven to 350°F. Butter a 9×13-inch dish.
- Peel, core, and cut each apple into 8 wedges.
- Wrap each apple wedge in a crescent roll triangle and place it in the dish.
- Melt the butter in a saucepan, then stir in the sugar and vanilla.
- Pour the butter mixture over the dumplings.
- Pour the Mountain Dew around the edges of the pan. Sprinkle with cinnamon.
- Bake for 30-45 minutes until golden brown and bubbly. Let rest for 5 minutes before serving.
Notes
- The Mountain Dew is the secret ingredient that creates the delicious caramel sauce.
- Be sure to pour the soda around the edges of the pan, not directly over the dumplings, to keep the tops crispy.
- These are best served warm from the oven with a scoop of vanilla ice cream.
- A tart apple like Granny Smith provides the best flavor to balance the sweetness of the sauce.
