These Quebec-style apple dumplings offer a delightful fusion of sweet and savory flavors, perfect for a cozy winter dessert or holiday gathering. The recipe uses whole apples stuffed with rich mincemeat and a splash of rum, then wrapped in flaky pie dough dusted with grated cheddar cheese. As they bake, the apples soften while the dough becomes golden and crisp. A glaze of brown sugar, cream, and lemon rind adds a glossy finish and bright acidity to balance the richness. Serve these warm with a dollop of rum-flavored cream for an authentic taste of Canadian comfort food that is sure to impress guests and satisfy sweet tooths alike.
Quebec Apple Dumplings (Canadian
Description
These Quebec-style apple dumplings offer a delightful fusion of sweet and savory flavors, perfect for a cozy winter dessert or holiday gathering. The recipe uses whole apples stuffed with rich mincemeat and a splash of rum, then wrapped in flaky pie dough dusted with grated cheddar cheese. As they bake, the apples soften while the dough becomes golden and crisp. A glaze of brown sugar, cream, and lemon rind adds a glossy finish and bright acidity to balance the richness. Serve these warm with a dollop of rum-flavored cream for an authentic taste of Canadian comfort food that is sure to impress guests and satisfy sweet tooths alike.Ingredients
Directions
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Preheat oven to 400&# 194;°F (200ðC).
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Roll out the pie dough on a floured surface and cut into 12 squares, approximately 6x6 inches each.
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Sprinkle each dough square evenly with about 1 teaspoon of grated cheddar cheese.
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Place one peeled and cored apple in the center of each square.
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Spoon 1 heaping teaspoon of mincemeat into the cored center of each apple.
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Add 1 teaspoon of rum, a small dot of butter, and 1 tablespoon of sugar into the apple cavity with the mincemeat.
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Fold diagonally opposite corners of the dough up over the apple to form two "ears" at the top, leaving the middle of the apple exposed.
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Cover the exposed dough "ears" with small pieces of aluminum foil to prevent burning.
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In a small bowl, mix together brown sugar, cream, and grated lemon rind to create a glaze.
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Brush the exposed parts of the dumplings with the brown sugar mixture.
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Bake for 35 to 45 minutes, or until the apples are tender and the dough is cooked through.
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Remove the foil from the "ears," brush them with the remaining cream mixture, and return to the oven for 5-10 minutes until golden brown.
Nutrition Facts
Servings 12
- Amount Per Serving
- Calories 340.9kcal
- % Daily Value *
- Total Fat 6.2g10%
- Saturated Fat 3.2g16%
- Cholesterol 14.5mg5%
- Sodium 309.1mg13%
- Total Carbohydrate 59.4g20%
- Dietary Fiber 7.9g32%
- Sugars 30.8g
- Protein 8.0g16%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
