Easy Apple Dumplings Caramel (Print Version)
Flaky pastry-wrapped apples with caramel.
# Ingredients:
→ Apple Dumplings
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2 refrigerated pie crusts
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4 medium apples, Honeycrisp or Granny Smith
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2 tablespoons butter, cut into 4 equal pieces
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5 tablespoons light brown sugar
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3/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon
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1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
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1/4 teaspoon ground ginger
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1/8 teaspoon allspice
→ Caramel Sauce
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1 cup granulated sugar
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6 tablespoons salted butter
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1 cup heavy cream
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1/2 tablespoon vanilla extract
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1/2 teaspoon salt
# Steps:
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Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Grease a 9x9 inch baking dish and set aside.
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Combine the pie crusts and roll them into a large rectangle. Cut into four 7x7-inch squares. Combine and re-roll dough if necessary.
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In a small bowl, combine brown sugar, cinnamon, nutmeg, ginger, and allspice. Stir until evenly mixed.
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Peel and core each apple.
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Place 1 apple in the center of each dough square. Add 1 piece of butter and 1 tablespoon of the spiced sugar mixture into the apple’s center. Pull the corners of the dough up around the apple and pinch edges to seal completely.
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Arrange the wrapped apples in the prepared baking dish.
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In a large saucepan, melt the sugar over medium-high heat, whisking frequently until fully melted. Stop whisking and cook until it turns a dark amber color. Add the butter and whisk until fully combined. Carefully remove from heat and gradually add the cream while whisking. Stir in vanilla and salt.
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Pour the caramel sauce over the apples in the baking dish. Sprinkle any remaining spiced sugar mixture on top. Bake for 50-55 minutes, or until golden and apples are tender.
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Let the dumplings cool slightly and serve warm, topped with caramel sauce.
# Notes and Tips:
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You can substitute homemade pie crust for refrigerated ones if preferred.
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Granny Smith apples make for tarter dumplings, while Honeycrisp apples result in sweeter dumplings.
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If using unsalted butter, add a couple of pinches of salt to the recipe.
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1 1/2 teaspoons of apple pie spice can replace the individual spices.