Pioneer Woman’s Apple Dumplings

Why Make This Recipe

These Pioneer Woman’s Apple Dumplings are one of the best simple desserts you can make at home. They use just a few ingredients, but the result is sweet, warm, and comforting. It’s a great treat for fall or any time you’re craving something with apples.

What makes this recipe so good is the mix of soft baked apples, buttery dough, and a sugary cinnamon sauce. The crescent rolls make it super easy to wrap the apples, so you don’t need to make dough from scratch. The whole thing bakes into a golden, bubbly dessert that smells amazing.

It’s also perfect for sharing. Whether it’s a family dinner or a small party, everyone loves these dumplings. Serve them warm with a scoop of vanilla ice cream, and you’ve got a dessert that feels special but takes little time to make.

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How to Make Pioneer Woman’s Apple Dumplings

Ingredients :

• 2 whole Granny Smith apples
• 2 cans (8 oz. each) crescent rolls
• 2 sticks butter
• 1 and 1/2 cups sugar
• 1 teaspoon vanilla
• Cinnamon (to taste)
• 1 can (12 oz.) Mountain Dew soda

Directions :

1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
2. Peel and core the apples. Cut each apple into 8 slices.
3. Roll each apple slice in a crescent roll. Place them in a buttered 9×13 baking dish.
4. In a saucepan, melt the butter. Add the sugar and stir gently, but don’t mix it too much. Add the vanilla.
5. Pour the butter mixture over the wrapped apples.
6. Pour the Mountain Dew around the edges of the pan.
7. Sprinkle with cinnamon.
8. Bake for 40 minutes, until golden and bubbling.
9. Serve warm with ice cream, if desired.