Easy Apple Dumplings

Indulge in a warm, comforting dessert with our Easy Apple Dumplings recipe—an irresistible treat perfect for any occasion! Featuring tender Granny Smith apple slices wrapped in flaky crescent roll dough, these dumplings are baked to golden perfection in a luscious caramel-like sauce made from melted butter, sugars, and a hint of cinnamon. The secret ingredient? A splash of lemon-lime soda that adds a surprising depth of flavor while keeping the dumplings moist and gooey. Ready in just under an hour with minimal prep time, this crowd-pleasing dessert pairs beautifully with a scoop of vanilla ice cream or a dollop of whipped cream. Perfectly sweet, tart, and buttery, these homemade apple dumplings will instantly become a family favorite.

Nutriscore Rating: 45/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:40 mins

Total Time:55 mins

Servings: 8

Ingredients

• 2 pieces Granny Smith apples
• 1 package (8 ounces) Refrigerated crescent roll dough
• 1 cup Unsalted butter
• 1 cup Granulated sugar
• 1 cup Brown sugar, packed
• 1 teaspoon Ground cinnamon
• 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
• 12 ounces Lemon-lime soda (e.g., Sprite or 7UP)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9x13-inch baking dish and set it aside.

Step 2

Peel, core, and slice the Granny Smith apples into eight equal wedges.

Step 3

Unroll the crescent roll dough and separate it into triangles as marked. Place one apple wedge at the wide end of each triangle and roll it up, completely enclosing the apple. Pinch the seam closed lightly.

Step 4

Arrange the rolled-up dumplings in the prepared baking dish, leaving a little space between each.

Step 5

In a medium saucepan over medium heat, melt the unsalted butter. Stir in the granulated sugar, brown sugar, cinnamon, and vanilla extract until smooth. Remove from heat.

Step 6

Pour the butter and sugar mixture evenly over the apple dumplings in the baking dish.

Step 7

Slowly pour the lemon-lime soda around the edges of the dumplings, being careful not to pour it directly onto them.

Step 8

Bake in the preheated oven for 35-40 minutes, or until the dumplings are golden brown and the sauce is bubbly.

Step 9

Allow the apple dumplings to cool slightly before serving. Serve warm with a scoop of vanilla ice cream or a dollop of whipped cream, if desired.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1449 grams (1449.0g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3487

Total Fat 137.10g	176%
Saturated Fat 72.20g	361%
Polyunsaturated Fat NaNg
Cholesterol 248mg	83%
Sodium 1895mg	82%
Total Carbohydrate 575.00g	209%
Dietary Fiber 10.10g	36%
Total Sugars 491.60g
Protein 18.30g	37%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 239mg	18%
Iron 7mg	38%
Potassium 700mg	15%

*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: 34.2%

Protein: 2.0%

Carbs: 63.8%