Instructions:
Step 1
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Lightly grease a 9×13-inch baking dish.
Step 2
Cut each apple into 8 wedges, giving you 16 pieces in total.
Step 3
Unroll the crescent roll dough and divide it into individual triangles.
Step 4
Place one apple wedge at the wide end of each triangle and roll it up, starting from the wide end and rolling towards the point.
Step 5
Arrange the rolled dumplings in the prepared baking dish.
Step 6
In a medium bowl, mix together the melted butter, sugar, vanilla extract, and ground cinnamon until well combined.
Step 7
Pour this mixture evenly over the apple dumplings.
Step 8
Carefully pour the Mountain Dew soda along the edges of the baking dish, being sure not to pour directly over the dumplings.
Step 9
Bake in the preheated oven for 35-40 minutes, until the dumplings are golden brown and the sauce is bubbling.
Step 10
Let the dumplings cool slightly before serving. For an extra touch of indulgence, serve them warm with a scoop of vanilla ice cream.
Quick Pro Tips:
Apple Choice: Use Granny Smith for tartness or try Honeycrisp for a sweeter twist.
Avoid Soggy Dumplings: Pour soda around the edges, not directly over the dumplings.
Enhance Flavor: Add a pinch of nutmeg or drizzle caramel sauce for extra richness.
Add Crunch: Sprinkle chopped nuts over the dumplings before baking.
Reheat Properly: Reheat in the oven for 10-15 minutes at 350°F (175°C) to maintain crispiness.
Nutrition Information (Per Serving)
This is an estimate based on 8 servings.
Calories: 420 kcal.
Total Fat: 22g.
Saturated Fat: 13g.
Trans Fat: 0g.
Cholesterol: 55mg.
Sodium: 300mg.
Total Carbohydrates: 54g.
Dietary Fiber: 1g.
Sugars: 34g.
Protein: 3g.