Classic Apple Dumplings with Spiced Syrup
A nostalgic dessert inspired by traditional New England cuisine, these classic apple dumplings feature tender baked apples wrapped in a flaky, buttery pastry. Enhanced with a fragrant cinnamon-spiced syrup, this delightful treat brings warmth and comfort with every bite. Perfect for gatherings or a family dessert, serve it warm with a scoop of ice cream for an unforgettable experience.
6
Servings
603
Calories
16
Ingredients
Ingredients
all-purpose flour
2 cups (sifted)
baking powder
1 teaspoon
salt
1/2 teaspoon
shortening
6 tablespoons (cold)
egg yolk
1 (beaten)
milk
1/3 cup
apples
6-8 (pared and cored)
granulated sugar
as needed
cinnamon
to taste
butter
as needed (small pieces)
lemon juice
1/2 lemon (freshly squeezed)
granulated sugar
1 1/2 cups (for syrup)
water
3/4 cup
corn syrup
1/4 cup
butter
1 tablespoon (for syrup)
vanilla extract
1/2 teaspoon
Instructions
1
Preheat the oven to 450°F (232°C).
2
In a large bowl, sift together the flour, baking powder, and salt.
3
Cut in the cold shortening using a fork or pastry blender until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
4
In a small bowl, whisk together the beaten egg yolk and milk.
5
Add the egg and milk mixture to the flour mixture, mixing until just combined.
6
Turn the dough onto a floured surface and roll out to a thickness of about 1/4 inch.
7
Cut the rolled dough into 6-inch squares.
8
Place one pared and cored apple in the center of each dough square.
9
Fill the center of each apple with sugar, a sprinkle of cinnamon, and a small piece of butter.
10
Carefully bring the edges of the dough up around the apple and pinch them together at the top to seal.
11
Place the dumplings in a well-greased baking pan.
12
Sprinkle the dumplings with freshly squeezed lemon juice.
13
Bake in the preheated oven for 10 minutes.
14
While the dumplings are baking, in a saucepan, combine 1 1/2 cups sugar, water, corn syrup, 1 tablespoon butter, and vanilla extract.
15
Bring the syrup mixture to a boil over medium-high heat, then reduce to a simmer, cooking for 5 minutes.
16
After the dumplings have baked for 10 minutes, pour the prepared syrup over them.
17
Reduce the oven temperature to 350°F (177°C) and continue baking for an additional 25 minutes, basting the dumplings occasionally with the syrup.
18
Serve warm with ice cream, whipped cream, or cream, if desired.
Nutrition Information
97g
Carbs
Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the primary dessert featured in this recipe?
The recipe is for Classic Apple Dumplings with Spiced Syrup, a nostalgic New England dessert.
How many servings does this recipe yield?
This recipe produces approximately 6 servings.
What is the initial preheating temperature for the oven?
The oven should be preheated to 450°F (232°C) for the first stage of baking.
What dry ingredients are used for the dumpling dough?
The dough consists of 2 cups of sifted all-purpose flour, 1 teaspoon of baking powder, and 1/2 teaspoon of salt.
How should the shortening be prepared for the pastry?
The 6 tablespoons of shortening should be cold and cut into the flour mixture until it resembles coarse crumbs.
What liquid ingredients bind the dough?
A mixture of 1 beaten egg yolk and 1/3 cup of milk is added to the dry ingredients.
How thick should the dough be rolled out?
The dough should be rolled out to a thickness of approximately 1/4 inch on a floured surface.
What size squares should the dough be cut into?
The rolled dough should be cut into 6-inch squares to wrap the apples.
How are the apples prepared before being placed in the dough?
The apples should be pared (peeled) and cored before use.
What fillings are placed inside the cored apples?
Fill the center of each apple with granulated sugar, a sprinkle of cinnamon, and a small piece of butter.
How do you seal the dumplings?
Bring the edges of the dough squares up around the apple and pinch them together at the top to seal.
Should the baking pan be prepared in a specific way?
Yes, the dumplings should be placed in a well-greased baking pan.
What is added to the dumplings just before the first bake?
Sprinkle the dumplings with freshly squeezed lemon juice from half a lemon.
How long is the initial baking period at high heat?
The dumplings are first baked at 450°F for 10 minutes.
What ingredients are used to make the spiced syrup?
The syrup contains 1 1/2 cups sugar, 3/4 cup water, 1/4 cup corn syrup, 1 tablespoon butter, and 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract.
How long should the syrup simmer?
After bringing the mixture to a boil, reduce it to a simmer and cook for 5 minutes.
When is the syrup added to the dish?
The syrup is poured over the dumplings after they have completed their first 10 minutes of baking.
What is the secondary oven temperature for the longer bake?
After adding the syrup, reduce the oven temperature to 350°F (177°C).
How long is the total baking time after the temperature reduction?
The dumplings bake for an additional 25 minutes at the lower temperature.
Should the dumplings be tended to during the final bake?
Yes, you should baste the dumplings occasionally with the syrup during the final 25 minutes.
What are the serving suggestions for this dessert?
Serve the dumplings warm with ice cream, whipped cream, or plain cream.
How many calories are in one serving?
Each serving contains approximately 603 calories.
What is the carbohydrate content per serving?
There are about 97 grams of carbohydrates per serving.
What tags are associated with this recipe?
Tags include dessert, New England, apple dumplings, comfort food, baked, cinnamon, and autumn dessert.
How many ingredients are required in total?
The recipe lists 16 individual ingredient entries, including those for the dough, filling, and syrup.
Can I use cold butter in the dough instead of shortening?
The recipe specifically calls for 6 tablespoons of cold shortening to achieve the desired flaky pastry texture.
What type of corn syrup is used in the syrup?
The recipe calls for 1/4 cup of corn syrup; typically, light corn syrup is used for such dessert syrups.
Is salt included in the dough or the syrup?
Salt (1/2 teaspoon) is sifted into the flour mixture for the dough; it is not listed as an ingredient for the syrup.
Is the cinnamon mixed into the dough?
No, the cinnamon is sprinkled 'to taste' inside the center of the cored apples before wrapping them in dough.
What gives the syrup its aromatic flavor?
The syrup's flavor is enhanced by the addition of 1/2 teaspoon of vanilla extract and butter.