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Trisha Yearwood Apple Dumplings Are Pure Comfort

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Trisha Yearwood’s Apple Dumplings are a beloved Southern dessert that combines sweet and tart apples wrapped in biscuit dough, drenched in a buttery, cinnamon-spiced syrup, creating a perfect balance of textures and flavors.

Ingredients

2 Granny Smith apples—peeled, cored, and sliced into 8 wedges each

1 lemon—juice only, to keep the apples fresh and bright

8 canned buttermilk biscuits—separated into layers for easier wrapping

1 cup sugar

½ cup (1 stick) butter

1 cup water

¼ teaspoon vanilla extract

¼ cup sugar

4 teaspoons ground cinnamon

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Apples: Peel, core, and slice the apples into even wedges. Place the slices in a bowl of water with the juice of one lemon to prevent browning and maintain their crisp texture.
  2. Make the Cinnamon Butter Sauce: In a medium saucepan, combine 1 cup of water, ¾ cup of sugar, 1 stick of butter, and a splash of vanilla extract. Bring to a gentle boil over medium heat, stirring occasionally until the butter melts and the sugar dissolves. Remove from heat once smooth and slightly thickened.
  3. Wrap the Apples: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and grease a 9×13-inch baking dish. Separate each canned biscuit into two layers. Place one apple slice in the center of each dough piece, then stretch and wrap the dough around the apple, pinching the edges to seal. Arrange the dumplings seam-side down in the prepared dish.
  4. Add the Finishing Touches: Pour the warm butter-sugar sauce over the wrapped dumplings, ensuring that they are evenly coated. In a small bowl, mix ¼ cup sugar with 4 teaspoons cinnamon and sprinkle it generously over the top.
  5. Bake to Perfection: Bake for 35 minutes, or until the biscuits are puffed and golden brown, and the sauce is bubbling around the dumplings. The apples should be tender, and the biscuit dough should have a soft, golden texture infused with the syrup.

Notes

Leftover apple dumplings can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.

Reheat in the oven at 350°F (175°C) for 10-15 minutes for best texture.

For a citrus twist, try adding orange zest to the sauce.

You can freeze the dumplings before baking. Wrap them tightly and store in a freezer-safe container for up to 3 months.

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