Dough Bellies Apple Dumplings Eatnpark Cookbook

Dive into the comforting embrace of homemade **Dough Bellies Apple Dumplings**, a nostalgic favorite from the Eat’n Park Cookbook. This classic dessert transforms tender, baked apples into a decadent treat by wrapping them in a buttery, flaky dough and drenching them in a luscious cinnamon-vanilla syrup. With every bite, you’ll savor the perfect balance of warm spices, caramelized sweetness, and melt-in-your-mouth pastry. This recipe requires just 25 minutes of prep time, making it an achievable masterpiece even for novice bakers. Serve these golden dumplings warm, topped with a scoop of vanilla ice cream or a drizzle of caramel sauce, for a show-stopping dessert that’s perfect for fall gatherings or any cozy family dinner. **Homemade apple dumplings** have never been so inviting!

Nutriscore Rating: 55/100

Prep Time:25 mins

Cook Time:40 mins

Total Time:65 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 2 cups All-purpose flour
• 2 teaspoons Baking powder
• 0.5 teaspoons Salt
• 0.5 cups Unsalted butter (cold, cubed)
• 0.75 cups Milk
• 4 units Medium apples (peeled and cored)
• 0.5 cup Brown sugar
• 1 teaspoons Ground cinnamon
• 0.25 teaspoons Nutmeg
• 1 cup Granulated sugar
• 1 cup Water
• 0.25 cups Unsalted butter
• 1 teaspoons Vanilla extract

Directions

Step 1

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

Step 2

In a mixing bowl, combine the flour, baking powder, and salt. Cut in the cold cubed butter using a pastry cutter or fork until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.

Step 3

Gradually add the milk, stirring until a soft dough forms. Do not overmix. Roll the dough onto a floured surface and cut into four equal rectangles.

Step 4

In a separate small bowl, mix the brown sugar, cinnamon, and nutmeg. Sprinkle 1 tablespoon of this sugar mixture into the cored center of each apple.

Step 5

Place each apple on a dough rectangle and wrap the dough around the apple, pinching edges to seal. Place the wrapped apples seam-side down in the prepared baking dish.

Step 6

In a small saucepan, combine the granulated sugar, water, butter, and vanilla. Heat over medium until the butter melts and the sugar dissolves. Remove from heat.

Step 7

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

Step 8

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

Step 9

Remove from the oven and allow to cool slightly before serving. Serve warm, optionally with a scoop of vanilla ice cream or a drizzle of caramel sauce.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1829.4g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3398.7

Total Fat 127.3g	0%
Saturated Fat 77.7g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.1g
Cholesterol 336.8mg	0%
Sodium 2206.0mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 554.2g	0%
Dietary Fiber 19.2g	0%
Total Sugars 348.5g
Protein 33.8g	0%

Vitamin D 80.5IU	0%
Calcium 426.6mg	0%
Iron 12.8mg	0%
Potassium 1328.3mg	0%

*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: 32.8%

Protein: 3.9%

Carbs: 63.4%