Makeover Mom’S Apple Dumplings Recipe

Name: Makeover Mom’S Apple Dumplings
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1-1/4 cups water; 1/2 cup sugar; Sugar substitute equivalent to 1/3 cup sugar; 1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon; 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg; 1 tablespoon butter; 2 to 4 drops red food coloring, optional; 1-3/4 cups all-purpose flour; 1-1/4 teaspoons baking powder; 1/2 teaspoon salt; 1/4 cup cold butter; 2 tablespoons canola oil; 1/3 cup 2% milk; 2 teaspoons sugar, divided; 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon; 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg; 6 small tart apples, peeled and cored; 3/4 cup fat-free half-and-half

Servings: persons

1-1/4 cups water
1/2 cup sugar
Sugar substitute equivalent to 1/3 cup sugar
1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
1 tablespoon butter
2 to 4 drops red food coloring, optional
1-3/4 cups all-purpose flour
1-1/4 teaspoons baking powder
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 cup cold butter
2 tablespoons canola oil
1/3 cup 2% milk
2 teaspoons sugar, divided
1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
6 small tart apples, peeled and cored
3/4 cup fat-free half-and-half

1
For syrup, in a small saucepan, bring the water, sugar, sugar substitute, cinnamon and nutmeg to a boil, stirring occasionally. Remove from the heat; add butter and food coloring if desired. Stir until butter is melted. Pour into an 11x7-in. baking dish coated with cooking spray; set aside.
2
For dumplings, in a small bowl, combine the flour, baking powder and salt; cut in butter until crumbly. Gently stir in oil. Gradually add milk, tossing with a fork until dough forms a ball. Shape into a log. Cover and refrigerate for 30 minutes. Combine 1 teaspoon sugar, cinnamon and nutmeg; set aside.
3
Divide dough into six portions (return five portions to the refrigerator until ready to use). On a lightly floured surface, roll one portion into a 6-in. square. Place an apple in the center; sprinkle with about 1/4 teaspoon reserved spice mixture. Bring up corners of pastry to center and pinch edges to seal.
4
Place dumpling in syrup in baking dish. Repeat with remaining pastry, apples and spice mixture. Sprinkle with remaining sugar. Bake at 375u00b0 for 35 minutes or until pastry is golden brown and apples are tender. Serve warm with half-and-half.

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Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Preheat the oven fully and bake on the middle rack for the most even results.
Check for doneness a few minutes early — a toothpick in the center should come out with just a few moist crumbs.
Let it cool before slicing so it sets properly and holds its shape.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.
Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.
A good 1:1 gluten-free flour blend works well if you need a gluten-free version.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 18 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1-1/4 cups water, 1/2 cup sugar, Sugar substitute equivalent to 1/3 cup sugar, 1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon, and more.

Yes, Makeover Mom’S Apple Dumplings falls under the Baking & Desserts category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3–5 days. For longer storage, freeze for up to 3 months — no need to refrigerate or reheat.

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Makeover Mom’S Apple Dumplings

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Variations & substitutions

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