Apple Dumplings are the perfect fall treat! I love eating anything apple during autumn, and this apple dumpling recipe is a classic. They have the best texture and just the right amount of sweetness. This easy apple dumplings recipe is so good fresh out of the oven with a scoop of ice cream!
Apple Dumpling Recipe
This Apple Dumpling Recipe is the BEST autumn dessert. There’s nothing better than one of these fresh out of the oven, served with a scoop of ice cream. It’s such a comforting food and the flavor is amazing!
I really love anything apple. You’ll find an endless list of apple recipes here, and this classic needs to be on that list. This easy apple dumplings recipe is something I enjoy making on chilly fall afternoons and sharing with the family. It brings everyone together, because NO ONE can resists these!
This recipe might look fancy and complicated, but I’m making it as easy as possible, because I want you all to be able to enjoy these too! Apple dumplings are so comforting and so delicious. I can’t wait to for you to try them!
Make this easy Apple Dumplings Recipe this fall season. Serve them hot out of the oven with a scoop of ice cream and everyone will love them!
Easy Apple Dumplings
I know these look super complicated, and before I made them, I would have been a bit nervous just by looking at them. BUT this easy apple dumplings recipe shouldn’t scare you! In the detailed instructions below, you’ll see that although this recipe is not to my normal level of ‘easy’…it truly is pretty simple.
We’re using pre-made dough (pie crust dough, puff pastry, whatever you prefer), which helps cut down on prep time. And I know those leaves look fancy, but they’re really easy to make! Just cut out the basic shape from the dough, add some leafy lines, and attach them to the dumpling before baking.
There are a lot of steps in this apple dumpling recipe, but I’m breaking it down so you can easily follow along. If I can do it, you can do it too!
How to Make Apple Dumplings
Like I said before, there are a lot of steps to this apple dumpling recipe…but don’t worry, it will all come together and make sense! You can read the full instructions in the recipe card below, but I’ll give you a few tips to help make this easy.
- Since the dough is already prepared, start by making your little leaves. They don’t need to be perfect, just use a knife to cute out a basic shape. Then use the back of the knife to create the vein details. You’ll be adding these on top of the apple dumplings later, but keep them in the refrigerator until then.
- When prepping the apples, start by peeling them. Then remove most of the core (and all of the seeds) from the center of the apple, but don’t poke all the way through the apple. You want a little bit of the bottom left in tact on the apple. Then cut them in half lengthwise.
- If you want to prepare this apple dumplings recipe ahead of time, you can cut the apples, fill them with the butter and cinnamon-sugar, then cover them with pastry dough. At this point, you can keep them on a baking tray in the refrigerator until you’re ready to bake.
Can you freeze apple dumplings?
Yes! Once your apple dumplings are baked, let them cool completely, and then wrap each one plastic wrap. You can then store them together in a freezer-safe bag or container. They should keep for up to a couple of months. To reheat, let them thaw in the refrigerator or defrost in the microwave. You can then bake them in the oven or just heat them in the microwave for a few minutes.
I can’t wait for you guys to try this easy apple dumpling recipe! It’s so delicious, you won’t be able to stop eating these. Serve with ice cream and enjoy!
More Apple Recipes We Love:
- Apple Pie Cupcakes
- Baked Apples
- Caramel Apple Hot Toddy
- Apple Pie Sangria
- Caramel Apple Pie Bread Pudding
- Cheesecake Stuffed Apple Bread
- Sheet Pan Apple Crisp
If you make this recipe be sure to upload a photo in the comment section below or leave a rating. Enjoy!
Apple Dumplings Recipe
Ingredients
- 2 packages Pillsbury Pie Crust Dough or Puff Pastry 850 grams
- 4 small baking apples
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter 57 grams (½ stick)
- ½ cup granulated sugar 100 grams
- 2 tablespoons ground cinnamon 18 grams
Recommended Equipment
- Kitchen Scale (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400°F. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper. Set aside.
- Roll out the pastry to ⅛-inch thickness and cut into 8×8-inch squares.2 packages Pillsbury Pie Crust Dough or Puff Pastry
- Cut out leaf shapes with a sharp knife and press leaf veins into the leaves with the back of the knife.
- Keep the pastry cold until ready to use.
- Peel each apple and core down to the bottom, but not all the way through. Make sure to get all seeds and as much core out as possible. Cut each apple in half lengthwise.4 small baking apples
- Cut the cold butter into small cubes.4 tablespoons unsalted butter
- Mix together the sugar and cinnamon. (a little Apple Pie Spice is a nice extra ingredient)½ cup granulated sugar, 2 tablespoons ground cinnamon
- Drop butter cubes and cinnamon-sugar into the middle of each apple filling the space where the core was.
- Working with one apple at a time…Bring the edges of the pastry up to the top of the apple until the apple is covered.
- Crimp the edges together and pinch the dough together to seal firmly. If needed, use a little egg wash or water to moisten the edges so the pastry will stick together.
- Dip the ends of each leaf into water and press into the top of the apple. You can add a little stem if desired.
- Place the apples on the prepared baking sheet and chill until ready to bake.
- When all apples are prepared, brush with an egg wash (1 egg mixed with 1 tablespoon water).
- Bake for 15 minutes.
- Glaze the apples with the egg wash again and sprinkle with cinnamon-sugar if desired.
- Bake another 10-15 minutes, until golden brown and beautiful. If the apples are browning too quickly, reduce the heat to 375°F for the last 10-15 minutes.
- Serve with ice cream and a little caramel sauce, if desired.
Last step! Don’t forget to show me a pic of what you made! Upload an image or tag me @thecookierookie on Instagram!
Becky’s tips
Nutrition Information
I love that this recipe is half of the usual size of an apple dumpling but a perfect portion. I did add brown sugar, ground ginger, and allspice to the sugar mixture. I put a cube of butter on top of each apple instead of in the mix. Also, I baked at 380° for 30 mins. There was some seepage as I underestimated the size of my pastry squares but we just called them “brown sugar candy” and had fun eating it as well. Overall, success!!
Those look incredibly tasty, Emily!
WHAT!
why have I been making them any other way!!
How do you make the egg wash?
Just egg whites and water work great!
The way you decorate it so beautiful! Thank you for sharing the recipe!