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Amish Apple Dumplings

A healthier version of a classic dessert featuring fresh apples wrapped in tender pastry, perfect for meal prep and diabetic-friendly diets.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 45 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 15 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dessert, Snack
Cuisine: American, Comfort Food
Calories: 250
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 2 large Apples (Granny Smith or Honeycrisp) Provides natural sweetness and moisture.
  • 1 cup All-Purpose Flour For the pastry dough.
  • 0.5 cup Unsalted Butter Adds richness and flavor to the pastry.
  • 0.5 cup Sugar Adjust based on preference or use alternatives.
  • 0.5 teaspoon Salt Balances sweetness.
  • 1 teaspoon Cinnamon Adds warmth and spice.
  • 0.25 cup Water Helps create steam while baking.
  • 0.5 cup Brown Sugar Adds caramel-like flavor.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
  2. Roll out the pastry dough on a floured surface. Cut into squares large enough to wrap around each apple.
  3. Peel and core the apples.
  4. In a bowl, mix the sugar, cinnamon, and brown sugar. Sprinkle generously inside each apple.
  5. Wrap each apple in a pastry square and seal tightly.
  6. Arrange wrapped dumplings in a baking dish, ensuring they have space between them.
Baking
  1. In a bowl, mix melted butter, water, and any remaining brown sugar. Pour over the dumplings.
  2. Bake for 35-45 minutes until golden brown and apples are tender.
  3. Let cool slightly before serving.

Notes

For a healthier version, use whole wheat flour for more fiber. These dumplings freeze well, bake before freezing, and reheat in the oven.