These Easy Apple Dumplings are a delicious and comforting dessert, combining tender apples wrapped in flaky crescent dough with a sweet, buttery sauce. The secret ingredient—lemon-lime soda—adds a unique twist that makes these dumplings irresistibly good!

Ingredients:

2 large Granny Smith apples, peeled and cored
2 cans crescent dough
2 sticks unsalted butter
1 cup brown sugar, packed
1 tsp vanilla extract
1 tsp cinnamon
Pinch of salt
1 can Mountain Dew (or lemon-lime soda)

Instructions:

Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Lightly grease a 9×13-inch baking dish.
Prepare the Apples: Cut each apple into eighths, so you have 16 slices in total.
Wrap the Apples: Roll each apple slice in a crescent roll, starting from the wide end. Place the rolled apples in the prepared baking dish.
Make the Sauce: In a small saucepan over medium heat, melt the butter. Once melted, add the brown sugar and stir until combined. Add the vanilla extract, cinnamon, and a pinch of salt. Stir to combine, then remove the saucepan from heat.
Pour the Sauce: Pour the butter and sugar mixture evenly over the apple dumplings in the baking dish.
Add the Soda: Pour the Mountain Dew or lemon-lime soda around the edges of the baking dish, being careful not to pour it directly on top of the dumplings.
Bake: Place the baking dish in the preheated oven and bake for 30-40 minutes, or until the dumplings are golden brown and the sauce is bubbly.
Serve: Serve the apple dumplings warm, ideally with a scoop of vanilla ice cream and some of the delicious sauce from the baking dish drizzled on top.

Serving:

Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cooking Time: 30-40 minutes
Total Time: 40-50 minutes
Servings: 12 servings

Variations:

Caramel Apple: Drizzle caramel sauce over the dumplings before serving for an extra indulgent treat.
Nutty Addition: Add a sprinkle of chopped pecans or walnuts inside the crescent dough before wrapping the apples for added texture.
Spiced Up: Add a pinch of nutmeg or allspice to the butter and sugar mixture for additional warmth.

Storage:

Refrigeration: Store any leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Reheat in the microwave or oven before serving.
Freezing: These apple dumplings can be frozen. Let them cool completely, then store in a freezer-safe container for up to 2 months. Reheat in the oven until warmed through.

FAQs:

Q: Can I use other types of apples?
A: Yes, while Granny Smith apples are preferred for their tartness, you can use any firm apple variety, such as Honeycrisp or Fuji.

Q: What if I don’t have Mountain Dew?
A: Any lemon-lime soda can be used. In a pinch, you can use ginger ale or club soda, though the flavor will be slightly different.

Q: Can I make these dumplings ahead of time?
A: Yes, you can assemble the dumplings and store them covered in the refrigerator for a few hours before baking. Add the soda just before baking.

Q: What can I serve with these dumplings besides ice cream?
A: Whipped cream, caramel sauce, or a dusting of powdered sugar are all great options.

These Easy Apple Dumplings are a crowd-pleasing dessert that’s simple to make and absolutely delicious. Perfect for any occasion, they’re sure to become a family favorite!