Ingredients
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For the Dumplings
- 2 cans (8 oz each) refrigerated crescent roll dough
- 2 large Granny Smith apples (or Braeburn, Honeycrisp as substitutes)
For the Sauce
- 1 cup butter
- 1½ cups white sugar
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract (optional)
- 1 can (12 oz) citrus-flavored soda (e.g., Mountain Dew, Sprite, 7-Up)
Instructions
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Preheat Oven
Set the oven to 375°F (190°C). Lightly grease a 9×13-inch baking dish. -
Prepare Apples
- Peel and core apples.
- Slice each apple into 8 equal wedges.
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Assemble Dumplings
- Unroll crescent dough and separate into triangles.
- Place one apple slice on the wide end of each triangle.
- Roll the dough around the apple slice and pinch edges to seal.
- Arrange wrapped dumplings in the baking dish, leaving about 1 inch of space between each.
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Prepare Sauce
- In a medium saucepan, melt butter over medium heat. Stir in sugar and cinnamon until blended.
- Pour sauce evenly over the dumplings.
- Add the citrus soda around the edges of the pan, avoiding pouring it directly on the dumplings.
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Bake Dumplings
- Bake for 35-45 minutes, or until the pastry is golden brown and the sauce is bubbling.
Notes
- Storage: Keep leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 4 days. Freeze for up to 2-3 months.
- Reheating: Reheat in a 350°F oven for 10-15 minutes for the best texture.
- Variations: Add a sprinkle of nutmeg to the sauce for extra warmth. Use caramel sauce as a topping for added richness.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian