Hot Apple Dumplings

Here’s a classic recipe for Hot Apple Dumplings:

Ingredients

For the Dough:

• 2 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 tbsp baking powder
• 1/2 tsp salt
• 1/4 cup unsalted butter, softened
• 3/4 cup milk

For the Apple Filling:

• 2 large apples (such as Granny Smith or Honeycrisp), peeled and cored
• 1/4 cup brown sugar
• 1 tsp cinnamon
• 1/4 tsp nutmeg (optional)
• 1 tbsp lemon juice

For the Sauce:

• 1 cup water
• 1/2 cup granulated sugar
• 1/2 tsp cinnamon
• 2 tbsp unsalted butter

Instructions

1. Prepare the Apples:

• Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
• In a bowl, mix the brown sugar, cinnamon, nutmeg (if using), and lemon juice. Stuff each apple with the mixture.

1. Make the Dough:

• In a large bowl, combine the flour, baking powder, and salt.
• Cut in the butter until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
• Stir in the milk until just combined.

1. Assemble the Dumplings:

• Divide the dough into equal pieces (about 6-8). Flatten each piece and wrap it around a stuffed apple, sealing the edges.

1. Prepare the Sauce:

• In a saucepan, combine the water, granulated sugar, cinnamon, and butter. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for a few minutes.

1. Bake:

• Place the dumplings in a greased baking dish. Pour the sauce over them.
• Bake for 30-35 minutes or until the dumplings are golden and the apples are tender.

1. Serve:

• Enjoy warm, optionally with a scoop of vanilla ice cream or whipped cream!

Enjoy your Hot Apple Dumplings!