Apple Pie Dumplings – Cozy, Comforting, and Easy to Make

Imagine warm, tender apples wrapped in flaky pastry, baked in a spiced cinnamon-sugar sauce, and served fresh from the oven. These Apple Pie Dumplings are a simpler, lighter twist on the classic American dessert, giving you all the cozy fall flavors you love—without spending hours in the kitchen. Perfect for weeknight treats, potlucks, or when you just need a little slice (or bite!) of comfort.

Why You’ll Love This Recipe

Quick & Easy: Only a handful of ingredients.
Lower in Calories: Smart ingredient swaps keep it lighter.
Crowd Pleaser: Tastes indulgent and looks impressive.
Perfect Year-Round: Comforting in winter, refreshing in summer with ice cream.

Ingredients

• 2 medium apples (Granny Smith or Honeycrisp), peeled, cored, and cut into 8 wedges each
• 1 (8-count) package refrigerated reduced-fat crescent roll dough
• ½ cup diet lemon-lime soda (like Sprite Zero or 7-Up Zero)
• 2 tbsp light butter, melted
• ¼ cup brown sugar (or coconut sugar)
• ½ tsp ground cinnamon
• Cooking spray

Instructions

1. Preheat Oven
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Lightly coat a 9×13-inch baking dish with cooking spray.

2. Wrap the Apples
Separate the crescent roll dough into triangles. Place one apple wedge at the wide end of each triangle and roll up, tucking the ends to seal.

3. Arrange in Dish
Place the wrapped apples seam-side down in the prepared baking dish.

4. Make the Sauce
In a small bowl, mix melted butter, brown sugar, and cinnamon until combined. Drizzle this mixture evenly over the dumplings.

5. Add the Soda
Pour the lemon-lime soda around (not over) the dumplings in the dish—this creates a caramel-like sauce during baking.

6. Bake & Serve
Bake uncovered for 30–35 minutes, or until the tops are golden brown and the apples are tender. Serve warm, with a dollop of light whipped topping or a scoop of reduced-fat vanilla ice cream.

Nutritional Information

Calories: 135
Carbohydrates: 22g
Fat: 5g
Protein: 2g
Fiber: 2g

Tips for Success

• Choose Firm Apples: Granny Smith holds its shape best during baking.
• Don’t Pour Soda on Top: Keeps pastry crisp.
• Serve Warm: Best enjoyed right out of the oven for the perfect texture.
• Make It Ahead: Assemble and refrigerate, then bake fresh when ready.

Why This Recipe Works

These Apple Pie Dumplings bring together flaky pastry, tender fruit, and a luscious cinnamon-sugar sauce without overwhelming your daily calorie goals. The clever use of soda makes a rich sauce with almost no extra fat, while the crescent rolls keep prep easy and stress-free.

With minimal effort, you can have a dessert that tastes like it came from a bakery—but in less than an hour and with ingredients you likely have on hand. Whether served for a family dinner, holiday gathering, or cozy night in, these Apple Pie Dumplings prove that comfort food can still be mindful, simple, and utterly delicious.