Crescent Roll Apple Dumplings
A delightful treat combining buttery, flaky crescent rolls with tart apples and a sweet caramel-like sauce, perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 2 pieces apples, peeled and sliced Firm and tart apples like Granny Smith or Honeycrisp work best.
- 1 can crescent roll dough Use gluten-free dough if needed.
- 1 cup butter Substitute with coconut oil or vegan butter for dairy-free option.
- 1 cup sugar Can be substituted with a sugar alternative.
- 1 teaspoon cinnamon Adds warmth and flavor.
- 1 cup Mountain Dew (or similar lemon-lime soda) Other sodas can also be used for variety.
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Peel and slice the apples into thin wedges.
Assembly
- Unroll the crescent roll dough and separate it into individual triangles.
- Position each apple slice at the wide end of a triangle and roll it up.
- Place the rolled dumplings in a greased baking dish.
Sauce Preparation
- Melt the butter in a saucepan over medium heat.
- Stir in sugar and cinnamon until combined.
Finalize
- Pour the butter mixture over the dumplings in the baking dish.
- Pour the Mountain Dew around the dumplings.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 30-40 minutes until golden brown.
- Let cool for 5-10 minutes before serving.
Notes
Enjoy warm with a scoop of vanilla ice cream or topped with whipped cream. Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days or freeze for 2-3 months.