Cracker Barrel Apple Dumpling

This cracker barrel apple dumpling recipe is a delicious and comforting dessert that is perfect for any occasion. The warm, flaky pastry filled with sweet, cinnamon-spiced apples is sure to be a hit with your family and friends.

Cracker Barrel Apple Dumpling

Ingredients

  • 6 small apples, peeled and cored
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
  • 2 cans refrigerated crescent roll dough
  • 1 cup brown sugar
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1/2 cup Mountain Dew soda

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. Combine the granulated sugar and cinnamon in a small bowl.
  3. Stuff each apple with the sugar and cinnamon mixture, then wrap each apple with a crescent roll dough triangle.
  4. Place the wrapped apples in a 9x13 inch baking dish.
  5. In a separate bowl, mix together the melted butter, brown sugar, and vanilla extract. Pour the mixture over the wrapped apples.
  6. Pour the Mountain Dew soda around the edges of the baking dish.
  7. Bake in the preheated oven for 40 minutes, or until the pastry is golden brown and the apples are tender.
  8. Serve the apple dumplings warm, spooning the sauce from the baking dish over the top.

Cooking & Preparation

Preparation time:
20 minutes
Cooking time:
40 minutes
Total time:
1 hour
Cooking method
Oven

Nutritional facts per 1 serving

Calories
320 per serving
Carbohydrates
45g
Fat
15g
Protein
3g

Supplies

9x13 inch baking dish Bowl

Tools

Oven Baking sheet

Serving suggestions

Serve the apple dumplings with a scoop of vanilla ice cream or a dollop of whipped cream for an extra special treat.

Tips & tricks

For a fun twist, try using different types of apples for a variety of flavors and textures in the dumplings.

Cost

$10