Grandma’s Apple Dumplings: Old-Fashioned Comfort in Every Bite! 🍏🥧


 

There’s nothing quite like the warm, cinnamon-spiced aroma of Grandma’s Apple Dumplings baking in the oven. These homemade, flaky pastry pockets stuffed with tender apples and bathed in a sweet, buttery syrup are the ultimate nostalgic dessert.

Perfect for Sunday dinners, holiday gatherings, or just because—this classic recipe is easier than you think and guaranteed to bring back memories. Let’s bake some love!

Why You’ll Love This Recipe

✅ Flaky, buttery crust – Tender pastry that melts in your mouth.
✅ Juicy, spiced apples – Cinnamon, sugar, and a hint of lemon for brightness.
✅ Sweet caramel-like syrup – Bakes right into the dumplings for extra richness.
✅ Simple ingredients – No fancy techniques, just good old-fashioned baking.

Ingredients You’ll Need

For the Dumpling Dough:

  • 2 cups all-purpose flour

  • 2 tsp baking powder

  • 1 tsp salt

  • ⅔ cup cold butter, cubed

  • ½ cup cold milk

For the Apple Filling:

  • 4 medium apples (Granny Smith or Honeycrisp work best), peeled and cored

  • ¼ cup brown sugar

  • 1 tsp cinnamon

  • ½ tsp nutmeg

  • 1 tbsp lemon juice

For the Syrup:

  • 1 cup water

  • ¾ cup granulated sugar

  • ½ cup brown sugar

  • ¼ cup butter

  • 1 tsp vanilla extract

Optional Extras:

  • A scoop of vanilla ice cream (highly recommended!)

  • A drizzle of caramel sauce

Step-by-Step Instructions



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