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Old Fashioned Apple Dumplings Share

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  • Arrange dumplings: Place the wrapped apples in a greased baking dish and pour the hot syrup evenly over them.
  • Bake: Bake for 45-50 minutes, basting occasionally with syrup, until the crust is golden and apples are tender.
  • Serve: Spoon some syrup over each dumpling and serve warm, ideally with vanilla ice cream or whipped cream.

  • 🔄 Tips & Variations

    • Try using puff pastry instead of pie crust for a flakier texture
    • Add chopped nuts or raisins inside the apples before wrapping for extra flavor
    • Substitute maple syrup or honey in the syrup for a different sweetness profile
    • Make mini dumplings using smaller apples or apple slices for bite-sized treats

    🍽️ Serving Suggestions

    • With vanilla ice cream or whipped cream
    • Drizzled with caramel sauce for extra indulgence
    • Paired with a hot cup of coffee or spiced cider

    📝 Final Thoughts

    Old Fashioned Apple Dumplings are the epitome of cozy, comforting desserts that bring a little slice of nostalgia to your table. Their warm, cinnamon-spiced sweetness wrapped in tender pastry makes them a perfect treat to share with loved ones any time of year.

    Try this classic recipe, and you’ll soon discover why apple dumplings have stood the test of time as a beloved dessert.


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