Pioneer Woman Apple Dumplings

Indulge in the ultimate comfort dessert with Pioneer Woman Apple Dumplings, an irresistible recipe that combines simplicity and decadent flavor. Featuring tart Granny Smith apples wrapped in flaky crescent roll dough, these dumplings are baked in a rich, buttery sauce infused with cinnamon, vanilla, and a hint of nutmeg for a cozy spiced aroma. The unexpected addition of Mountain Dew creates a bubbly, caramel-like glaze that brings everything together in a perfect harmony of sweetness and tang. Ready in just an hour, this dessert is a nostalgic crowd-pleaser that pairs beautifully with a scoop of vanilla ice cream or a dollop of whipped cream. Perfect for fall gatherings or anytime you're craving an easy, homemade treat!

Nutriscore Rating: 41/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:40 mins

Total Time:60 mins

Servings: 8

Ingredients

• 2 pieces Granny Smith apples
• 8 pieces Crescent roll dough
• 1 cup Butter
• 1 cup Granulated sugar
• 0.5 cup Brown sugar
• 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
• 0.5 teaspoon Ground cinnamon
• 0.125 teaspoon Nutmeg (optional)
• 12 ounces Mountain Dew (or lemon-lime soda)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).

Step 2

Peel, core, and slice each Granny Smith apple into 4 wedges, for a total of 8 wedges.

Step 3

Unroll the crescent roll dough and separate it into 8 triangles.

Step 4

Wrap each apple wedge in a crescent roll triangle, starting at the wide end and rolling to the point.

Step 5

Place the wrapped apple wedges into a greased 9x13-inch baking dish.

Step 6

In a medium saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat. Add the granulated sugar, brown sugar, vanilla extract, ground cinnamon, and nutmeg (if using). Stir well until the mixture is smooth and the sugars are dissolved, about 3-4 minutes. Remove from heat.

Step 7

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

Step 8

Pour the Mountain Dew (or lemon-lime soda) around the edges of the pan, making sure not to pour it directly over the dumplings.

Step 9

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

Step 10

Serve warm with a scoop of vanilla ice cream or a dollop of whipped cream. Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(3014.5g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	9527.8

Total Fat 507.8g	0%
Saturated Fat 231.4g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 5.6g
Cholesterol 526.4mg	0%
Sodium 14815.8mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 1078.2g	0%
Dietary Fiber 9.5g	0%
Total Sugars 546.5g
Protein 132.2g	0%

Vitamin D 35.8IU	0%
Calcium 143.2mg	0%
Iron 39.9mg	0%
Potassium 553.0mg	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: 48.6%

Protein: 5.6%

Carbs: 45.8%