Easy Homemade Apple Dumplings Recipe with Cinnamon Sugar Glaze
Indulge in the ultimate comfort dessert with our Easy Homemade Apple Dumplings! This recipe combines the tangy sweetness of Granny Smith apples with a buttery, cinnamon-sugar glaze, all wrapped in flaky biscuit dough. Perfect for cozy evenings or special occasions, these apple dumplings are sure to impress. Follow our step-by-step guide to create a warm, gooey treat that pairs perfectly with vanilla ice cream. Let’s get baking!
Ingredients
- 2 Granny Smith apples – firm and tart, perfect for baking.
- 1 cup water – for the glaze.
- 1 cup sugar, divided – 3/4 cup for the glaze, 1/4 cup for the cinnamon topping.
- 1 stick butter – unsalted, melted for richness.
- 1/4 teaspoon vanilla extract – for a hint of warmth.
- 8 canned biscuits – Pillsbury milk biscuits work great.
- 4 teaspoons ground cinnamon – for that classic apple spice flavor.
Preparation
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Start by peeling and coring the apples, then slice them vertically into 8 wedges each. Place the slices in a bowl of cold water to prevent browning.
In a medium saucepan, combine 1 cup water, 3/4 cup sugar, 1 stick butter, and 1/4 teaspoon vanilla extract. Bring the mixture to a boil over medium heat, stirring until the sugar dissolves. Remove from heat and set aside.
Next, prepare the biscuit dough. Separate each biscuit in half and flatten slightly. Wrap a piece of dough around each apple slice, stretching it to overlap and seal the bottom. Place the wrapped apple slices seam-side down in a 9×13-inch baking pan.
Pour the hot sugar mixture evenly over the apple dumplings. In a small bowl, mix the remaining 1/4 cup sugar with 4 teaspoons ground cinnamon and sprinkle generously over the tops of the dumplings.
Bake for 35 minutes or until the biscuits are golden brown and the apples are tender. Serve warm with a scoop of vanilla ice cream for the ultimate dessert experience!
Enjoy your homemade apple dumplings and savor every bite of this delightful treat!
