Crescent Roll Apple Dumplings
These crescent roll apple dumplings are an irresistible dessert that combines tender baked apples with a flaky, buttery crescent dough. With a touch of cinnamon sugar and a rich butter glaze, this treat is a perfect comfort dessert for any occasion. Easy to prepare and utterly delightful when served with ice cream!
Equipment
- 1 Baking dish (9x13-inch recommended)
- 1 Mixing bowl
- 1 Peeler and apple corer
- 1 Spoon or pastry brush
- 1 Oven mitts
Ingredients
- 2 medium sweet apples such as Honeycrisp or Gala, quartered
- 1 can 8 oz crescent roll dough
- ½ cup melted butter
- ½ cup granulated sugar
- 1 tablespoon ground cinnamon
- ½ teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 cup lemon-lime soda such as Sprite
- Vanilla ice cream optional, for serving
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Peel, core, and quarter the apples.
- Unroll the crescent dough and separate it into triangles.
- Sprinkle each triangle with a pinch of cinnamon sugar.
- Place an apple quarter on the wide end of each dough triangle and roll it up, tucking the ends.
- Arrange the dumplings in a greased baking dish.
- In a separate bowl, mix melted butter, sugar, cinnamon, and vanilla extract until combined. Pour the mixture over the dumplings.
- Carefully pour the lemon-lime soda around the edges of the dish (avoid pouring directly on the dumplings).
- Bake for 35-40 minutes, or until the dough is golden brown and the apples are tender.
- Let cool for 5-10 minutes. Serve warm with a scoop of vanilla ice cream, if desired.
Notes
You can substitute other fruit, like pears or peaches, for a seasonal variation.
Add chopped pecans or walnuts for extra crunch.
For a caramel twist, drizzle with caramel sauce before serving!
Add chopped pecans or walnuts for extra crunch.
For a caramel twist, drizzle with caramel sauce before serving!