Indulge in the comforting flavors of fall with these Dairy-Free Classic Apple Dumplings—a delightful twist on a traditional favorite. Perfectly spiced apples, such as Granny Smith or Honeycrisp, are wrapped in a flaky coconut oil pastry, making this dessert completely dairy-free while maintaining an irresistibly buttery texture. The dumplings are baked to golden perfection in a luscious maple-caramel sauce, created with dairy-free milk for an extra touch of indulgence. Each bite offers a warm burst of cinnamon, nutmeg, and vanilla in a melt-in-your-mouth pastry shell. Whether you're catering to dietary needs or simply love a fresh, wholesome take on a classic treat, these apple dumplings are easy to make and guaranteed to impress. Serve warm for a cozy finish to any meal!
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
In a large mixing bowl, combine the all-purpose flour and salt. Add the solid coconut oil and use a pastry cutter or fork to cut the oil into the flour until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
Gradually add cold water, one tablespoon at a time, mixing until the dough comes together. Form the dough into a ball, wrap in plastic wrap, and chill in the refrigerator for about 30 minutes.
While the dough chills, peel and core the apples, cutting them into quarters.
In a small bowl, mix together the brown sugar, ground cinnamon, ground nutmeg, and vanilla extract.
Remove the dough from the refrigerator and roll it out on a lightly floured surface into a rectangle, approximately 12x8 inches. Cut the dough into 4 equal squares.
Place one apple onto each square. Sprinkle some of the brown sugar mixture on top of each apple and drizzle with a little lemon juice.
Wrap each apple quarter in dough by bringing the corners together at the top and pinching the edges to seal. If needed, use a dab of water to help seal the edges.
Place the wrapped apples into a baking dish.
In a small saucepan, combine the water or dairy-free milk and maple syrup. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 2 minutes.
Pour the syrup mixture over the dumplings.
Bake in the preheated oven for 35-45 minutes, until the pastry is golden brown and crispy.
Allow the dumplings to cool slightly before serving. Enjoy warm!
Calories |
3953 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
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| Total Fat | 242.1 g | 310% | |
| Saturated Fat | 204.7 g | 1024% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 1231 mg | 54% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 447.0 g | 163% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 25.8 g | 92% | |
| Total Sugars | 236.0 g | ||
| Protein | 27.0 g | 54% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 200 mg | 15% | |
| Iron | 14.8 mg | 82% | |
| Potassium | 1221 mg | 26% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.