Furr’s Cafeteria Apple Dumplings Recipe

Introduction

Furr’s Cafeteria Apple Dumplings are a delightful dessert featuring tender apples wrapped in flaky puff pastry, all bathed in a sweet cinnamon syrup. This recipe brings classic comfort to your kitchen with simple ingredients and easy preparation.

Ingredients

• Fresh apples
• Puff pastry sheets
• Butter
• Sugar
• Cinnamon
• Vanilla extract
• Water

Instructions

1. Step 1: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and grease a baking dish.
2. Step 2: Peel and core the apples, then slice them into wedges or rounds.
3. Step 3: Roll out the puff pastry and cut it into squares large enough to wrap around each apple slice.
4. Step 4: Place an apple slice on each pastry square and sprinkle with a mixture of sugar and cinnamon.
5. Step 5: Dot the apples with butter and fold the pastry around them, sealing the edges.
6. Step 6: In a saucepan, combine water, sugar, cinnamon, and vanilla extract to make a syrup.
7. Step 7: Pour the syrup over the dumplings in the baking dish.
8. Step 8: Bake for 35-40 minutes until the pastry is golden and the syrup is bubbly.

Tips & Variations

• Brush the pastry with an egg wash before baking for a shiny, golden finish.
• Use tart apples like Granny Smith for a balanced sweet-tart flavor.
• Add chopped nuts or raisins inside the pastry for extra texture.
• Serve warm with vanilla ice cream or whipped cream for an indulgent treat.

Storage

Store any leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Reheat gently in the oven or microwave before serving to restore the pastry’s crispness and warm the syrup.

How to Serve

Serve this delicious recipe with your favorite sides.

FAQs

Can I use frozen puff pastry for this recipe?

Yes, frozen puff pastry works well—just thaw it according to package instructions before using.

How do I prevent the pastry from getting soggy?

Sealing the edges properly and baking the dumplings in a dish that allows some syrup to caramelize around the base helps keep the pastry crisp. Brushing with egg wash also adds a protective glaze.

Furr’s Cafeteria Apple Dumplings Recipe

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Furr’s Cafeteria Apple Dumplings are a delightful dessert featuring tender apples wrapped in flaky puff pastry, baked to golden perfection and drizzled with a warm cinnamon-sugar vanilla syrup. This recipe offers a comforting blend of sweet and spiced flavors, perfect for any season.

• Author: Hannah
• Prep Time: 20 minutes
• Cook Time: 40 minutes
• Total Time: 60 minutes
• Yield: 4 servings 1x
• Category: Dessert
• Method: Baking
• Cuisine: American

Ingredients

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Apples & Pastry

• 4 fresh apples, peeled, cored, and sliced into wedges
• 1 sheet puff pastry, thawed and cut into squares large enough to wrap each apple slice
• 2 tablespoons butter, cut into small pieces

Syrup & Seasoning

• 1 cup water
• 1 cup sugar
• 2 teaspoons ground cinnamon, divided
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1 tablespoon sugar (for sprinkling on apples)

Optional

• 1 egg, beaten (for egg wash to brush pastry)

Instructions

1. Preheat and prepare baking dish: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and grease a baking dish to prevent sticking.
2. Prepare apples: Peel and core the apples, then slice them into wedges or rounds suitable for wrapping.
3. Cut pastry squares: Roll out the puff pastry if needed, and cut into squares large enough to completely wrap around each apple slice.
4. Assemble dumplings: Place an apple slice on each pastry square, sprinkle with a mixture of sugar and 1½ teaspoons cinnamon, and dot with small pieces of butter. Optionally, brush the edges with a bit of water or egg wash to help seal. Fold and seal the pastry around the apples tightly.
5. Make syrup: In a saucepan, combine water, sugar, ½ teaspoon cinnamon, and vanilla extract. Heat gently, stirring until sugar dissolves to create a syrup.
6. Pour syrup and bake: Place the dumplings in the prepared baking dish. Pour the warm syrup evenly over the dumplings. Optionally brush the pastry with beaten egg for a shiny golden crust. Bake for 35 to 40 minutes until the pastry is golden brown and the syrup is bubbly.
7. Serve: Remove from oven and allow to cool slightly before serving. The dumplings are delicious warm, allowing the sweet cinnamon syrup to soak in the flaky pastry.

Notes

• Use tart apples like Granny Smith for a balanced sweet and tart flavor.
• Brushing dumplings with egg wash before baking gives the pastry a beautiful glossy finish.
• Ensure the syrup is poured warm to help cook the pastry evenly.
• Serve with vanilla ice cream or whipped cream for an extra indulgent treat.
• You can prepare the dumplings ahead and refrigerate before baking; just add a few extra minutes to the bake time if baking straight from cold.

Keywords: apple dumplings, puff pastry dessert, cinnamon apple dessert, autumn dessert, classic American dessert