Ingredients and Weight:
- Granny Smith Apples (8): 2 pounds
- Brown Sugar: 1 cup
- Granulated Sugar: 1/4 cup
- Ground Cinnamon: 1 tablespoon
- All-purpose Flour: 1 cup
- Baking Powder: 1 teaspoon
- Salt: 1/4 teaspoon
- Milk: 1 cup
- Butter (unsalted): 1/4 cup, cubed
Preparation Time: 30 minutes
Cooking Time: 45-50 minutes
Difficulty Level: 2 (Easy)
Preparation Method Steps:
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Peel and core apples, leaving them whole.
- In a bowl, combine brown sugar, granulated sugar, and cinnamon. Fill the cavities of the apples with this mixture.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, and salt.
- Gradually whisk in milk until a batter forms.
- Pour batter into a 9x13 inch baking dish. Place apples in the batter.
- Scatter cubed butter over apples.
- Bake for 45-50 minutes, or until apples are tender and batter is golden brown.
Nutritional Information:
- Calories: 350 per serving
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Carbohydrates: 50g
- Protein: 5g
Dish Characteristics:
- Warm and comforting
- Sweet and slightly tart
- Perfect for a fall or winter dessert
User Comments:
- "These dumplings were the perfect ending to our Thanksgiving dinner. The apples were juicy and the batter was fluffy." - Sarah
- "I made these for my family and they loved them! The cinnamon sugar mixture gave the apples a delicious caramelized flavor." - John
- "I'm not usually a fan of apple desserts, but these dumplings changed my mind. They were so easy to make and absolutely delicious." - Mary
Special Precautions and Tips:
- Use a sharp knife to peel and core the apples.
- If the batter is too thick, add more milk 1 tablespoon at a time.
- To make sure the dumplings are cooked through, insert a toothpick into the center of an apple. It should come out clean.
