Mennonite Apple Dumplings
If you're looking for a warm and comforting dessert that's perfect for chilly evenings or a cozy family gathering, Mennonite Apple Dumplings are sure to hit the spot. These delightful treats combine tender apples with a flaky pastry crust and a sweet, buttery sauce that brings it all together. The aroma of cinnamon and fresh apples baking in the oven will fill your home with the most inviting scents, making these dumplings a favorite for all ages.
Ingredients
Instructions
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Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and grease a 9x13-inch baking dish.
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In a mixing bowl, combine the flour and salt. Add the cold, cubed butter and cut it into the flour using a pastry cutter or your fingers until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs. Add the cold water and mix until the dough comes together. Do not overmix.
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On a floured surface, roll out the dough into a large rectangle. Cut the dough into 6 equal squares.
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Place an apple in the center of each square. Sprinkle the inside of each apple with cinnamon.
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Fold the dough over the apple, pinching the seams tightly to seal. Place the dumplings in the prepared baking dish.
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In a saucepan, combine the granulated sugar, water, and cinnamon. Bring to a boil, stirring until the sugar is dissolved. Remove from heat.
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Pour the hot sugar sauce over the dumplings in the baking dish.
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Sprinkle additional cinnamon over the tops of the dumplings.
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Cover the baking dish with foil and bake for 40-45 minutes, or until the apples are tender and the pastry is golden brown.
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Remove the foil and continue baking for an additional 5-10 minutes to crisp up the pastry.
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Serve the warm Mennonite Apple Dumplings with a scoop of vanilla ice cream, if desired.
Nutrition Facts
Serving size: 1 dumpling- Calories
- 380 kcal
- Total Fat
- 18 g
- Saturated Fat
- 11 g
- Cholesterol
- 45 mg
- Sodium
- 200 mg
- Total Carbohydrate
- 55 g
- Dietary Fiber
- 3 g
- Sugars
- 30 g
- Protein
- 2 g
Mennonite Apple Dumplings are best enjoyed fresh out of the oven when the pastry is still warm and flaky, and the apples are soft and sweet. This classic dessert is a delightful way to showcase seasonal apples and create a memorable treat for your family and friends. So, take some time to bake up a batch of these comforting apple dumplings and savor the cozy flavors of fall.