Apple Dumpling Pudding

Dive into nostalgic comfort with this classic Apple Dumpling Pudding recipe, a delightful dessert where tender, spiced whole apples are wrapped in buttery, flaky pastry and baked to golden perfection. A rich, caramel-infused syrup—made with brown sugar, cinnamon, nutmeg, and vanilla—blankets the dumplings as they bake, creating a luscious sauce that’s perfect for drizzling. With its warm, cozy flavors and exquisite presentation, this dessert is a show-stopper for fall gatherings, holiday feasts, or intimate family dinners. Serve it warm with a scoop of creamy vanilla ice cream or a dollop of whipped cream for the ultimate sweet indulgence. Perfect for apple lovers, this easy apple dumpling recipe is sure to impress!

Nutriscore Rating: 62/100

Prep Time:25 mins

Cook Time:40 mins

Total Time:65 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 4 Apples (medium-sized, peeled and cored)
• 2 cups All-purpose flour
• 2 teaspoons Baking powder
• 4 tablespoons Granulated sugar
• 6 tablespoons Unsalted butter (cold, cubed for dough)
• 0.75 cups Milk
• 1 cup Brown sugar (packed)
• 1.5 cups Water
• 1 teaspoon Ground cinnamon
• 0.25 teaspoons Ground nutmeg
• 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
• 2 tablespoons Butter (for sauce)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and lightly grease a 9x13-inch baking dish.

Step 2

Peel and core the apples, keeping them whole. Set aside.

Step 3

In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and 2 tablespoons of granulated sugar.

Step 4

Add the cold, cubed butter to the flour mixture. Use a pastry cutter or your fingers to cut the butter into the flour until it resembles coarse crumbs.

Step 5

Gradually add the milk to the flour mixture, stirring until a soft dough forms.

Step 6

Divide the dough into four equal portions. Roll each portion out on a floured surface to approximately 1/4-inch thickness.

Step 7

Place one peeled and cored apple in the center of each rolled-out dough piece. Sprinkle 1 tablespoon of granulated sugar and a pinch of cinnamon into each cored apple.

Step 8

Carefully wrap the dough around the apple, sealing the edges completely to form a dumpling. Place the dumplings seam-side down in the prepared baking dish.

Step 9

In a medium saucepan, combine the brown sugar, water, ground cinnamon, ground nutmeg, vanilla extract, and 2 tablespoons of butter. Heat over medium heat, stirring occasionally, until the sugar has dissolved.

Step 10

Pour the warm syrup evenly over the dumplings in the baking dish.

Step 11

Bake in the preheated oven for 35-40 minutes, or until the dumplings are golden and the apples are tender.

Step 12

Allow the dish to cool for 10 minutes before serving. Serve warm, optionally with a scoop of vanilla ice cream or a dollop of whipped cream.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1448.6 grams (1448.6g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1446

Total Fat 98.30g	126%
Saturated Fat 61.60g	308%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.10g
Cholesterol 268mg	89%
Sodium 1175mg	51%
Total Carbohydrate 147.90g	54%
Dietary Fiber 11.30g	40%
Total Sugars 127.50g
Protein 8.20g	16%

Vitamin D 150IU	748%
Calcium 300mg	23%
Iron 0mg	2%
Potassium 957mg	20%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 58.6%

Protein: 2.2%

Carbs: 39.2%