"My mother and her twin sister used to make these dumplings together when they were younger," writes Gina Hill of Ottawa, Kansas. "Now my mom and I make them for many special family occasions.
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Desserts
Time 1h20m
Yield 6 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 18
Steps:
- For syrup, in a small saucepan, bring the water, sugar, cinnamon and nutmeg to a boil, stirring occasionally. Remove from the heat; add butter and food coloring if desired. Stir until butter is melted; set aside. , For dumplings, in a small bowl, combine the flour, baking powder and salt; cut in shortening until crumbly. Gradually add milk, tossing with a fork until dough forms a ball. , On a lightly floured surface, roll dough into an 18x12-in. rectangle. Cut into six squares. Place an apple in the center of each square. , Combine 2 teaspoons sugar, cinnamon and nutmeg; sprinkle over apples. Dot with butter. Bring up corners of pastry to center; pinch edges to seal. , Place in a greased 11x7-in. baking dish. Pour syrup over dumplings; sprinkle with remaining sugar. , Bake at 375° for 35 minutes or until pastry is golden brown and apples are tender. Serve warm with cream.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 794 calories, Fat 43g fat (18g saturated fat), Cholesterol 68mg cholesterol, Sodium 642mg sodium, Carbohydrate 98g carbohydrate (63g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 6g protein.
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