PIONEER WOMANS APPLE DUMPLINGS

# **Pioneer Woman’s Apple Dumplings: A Warm, Sweet Treat for Any Occasion**

There’s nothing quite like the comforting aroma of freshly baked **apple dumplings** filling your home. A beloved recipe from **Ree Drummond**, better known as the **Pioneer Woman**, these **apple dumplings** are a decadent dessert that combines tender, cinnamon-spiced apples wrapped in a flaky, buttery dough. Topped with a rich, syrupy glaze, this dish is the perfect balance of sweet and savory.

Whether you’re serving it for a special occasion, as a cozy dessert after dinner, or even for a weekend breakfast treat, **Pioneer Woman’s Apple Dumplings** are bound to become a family favorite. This easy-to-follow recipe is both delicious and simple enough for anyone to make. Let’s dive into how you can create this irresistible dish that’ll have everyone asking for seconds!

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## **Why You’ll Love Pioneer Woman’s Apple Dumplings**

– **Warm and Comforting**: The soft dough and warm apple filling make this a cozy dessert that’s perfect for chilly nights or family gatherings.
– **Perfectly Spiced**: The apples are infused with cinnamon and sugar, creating the ideal balance of sweetness and spice.
– **Flaky and Buttery**: The dough is light, flaky, and buttery—everything you want in a dumpling.
– **Easy to Make**: With just a few simple ingredients, you can have these apple dumplings ready to serve in no time.
– **Great for Any Occasion**: Whether it’s Thanksgiving, Christmas, or just a regular day, these apple dumplings are the perfect dessert.

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## **Ingredients for Pioneer Woman’s Apple Dumplings**

To make **Pioneer Woman’s Apple Dumplings**, you’ll need the following ingredients:

### **For the Apple Dumplings**:
– 2 large **apples** (Granny Smith apples work well, but any firm apple will do)
– 2 cans (8 oz each) **crescent roll dough** (or homemade dough, if you prefer)
– 1/2 cup **butter** (unsalted)
– 1 cup **granulated sugar**
– 1 teaspoon **cinnamon**
– 1/2 teaspoon **vanilla extract**
– 1 1/2 cups **lemon-lime soda** (such as Sprite or 7-Up)

### **For the Glaze** (optional):
– 1 tablespoon **milk**
– 1/4 cup **powdered sugar**
– 1/2 teaspoon **vanilla extract**

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## **How to Make Pioneer Woman’s Apple Dumplings**

### **Step 1: Prepare the Apples**
Start by peeling, coring, and cutting the apples into slices. Each apple should yield about 8 slices.

– You want the apples to be firm enough to hold their shape during baking, so choose an apple variety that’s a bit tart and crisp, like **Granny Smith** or **Honeycrisp**.

### **Step 2: Wrap the Apples in Crescent Roll Dough**
Open the cans of **crescent roll dough** and separate the triangles. Place one slice of apple at the wide end of each triangle.

– Roll the dough tightly around the apple slice, ensuring the apple is completely enclosed. Repeat until all the apple slices are wrapped.

### **Step 3: Make the Syrup**
In a small saucepan over medium heat, melt the **butter**. Once melted, stir in the **sugar**, **cinnamon**, and **vanilla extract**.

– Stir until the sugar dissolves and everything is combined into a smooth syrup.

### **Step 4: Assemble the Apple Dumplings**
Place the wrapped apple dumplings in a greased 9×13-inch baking dish. Pour the syrup evenly over the dumplings, making sure each one is covered with the sweet, buttery mixture.

– Then, pour the **lemon-lime soda** (like **Sprite** or **7-Up**) around the edges of the dumplings. The soda will bubble up and help create a syrupy glaze while baking, giving the dumplings that signature sweet, bubbly finish.

### **Step 5: Bake the Dumplings**
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and bake the dumplings for **30-40 minutes**, or until the dough is golden brown and the apples are tender.

– Keep an eye on them as they bake—the dough should become beautifully golden and crisp, and the syrup will bubble up around the dumplings.

### **Step 6: Make the Glaze (Optional)**
If you’d like to add a little extra sweetness, make the glaze by whisking together the **milk**, **powdered sugar**, and **vanilla extract** in a small bowl.

– Drizzle the glaze over the warm apple dumplings just before serving for a beautiful, creamy finish.

**Step 7: Serve and Enjoy**
Serve the dumplings warm, straight from the oven. They’re perfect on their own, or you can top them with a scoop of **vanilla ice cream** or a dollop of **whipped cream** for an extra indulgent treat.

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