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Quebec Apple Dumplings

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These Quebec Apple Dumplings are a cherished French-Canadian tradition, especially beloved during the holidays. Whole peeled apples are stuffed with a unique mixture of mincemeat, rum, and butter, then wrapped in flaky pie dough sprinkled with grated cheddar cheese. The combination of sweet fruit, savory cheese, and spiced filling creates a complex, comforting flavor profile. Brushed with a brown sugar and cream glaze, they bake until golden and tender. Serve them warm with a side of sweetened cream flavored with rum for an authentic, rustic dessert that evokes warmth and nostalgia.
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Difficulty: Advanced
Servings: 12
Calories: 152.3
Dietary: Gluten-free, Vegetarian
Description
These Quebec Apple Dumplings are a cherished French-Canadian tradition, especially beloved during the holidays. Whole peeled apples are stuffed with a unique mixture of mincemeat, rum, and butter, then wrapped in flaky pie dough sprinkled with grated cheddar cheese. The combination of sweet fruit, savory cheese, and spiced filling creates a complex, comforting flavor profile. Brushed with a brown sugar and cream glaze, they bake until golden and tender. Serve them warm with a side of sweetened cream flavored with rum for an authentic, rustic dessert that evokes warmth and nostalgia.
Ingredients
  • 1 Pie Dough (double batch)
  • 1/4 cup Cheddar cheese-grated
  • 12 Apples; medium- peeled &
Directions
  1. 1
    Preheat oven to 400&# 194;°F (200ðC).
  2. 2
    Peel and core 12 medium apples, leaving them whole.
  3. 3
    Roll out the pie dough and cut into twelve 6x6 inch squares.
  4. 4
    Sprinkle each dough square with approximately 1 teaspoon of grated cheddar cheese.
  5. 5
    Place one apple in the center of each dough square.
  6. 6
    Fill the cored center of each apple with 2 teaspoons of mincemeat, 1 teaspoon of rum, a small dot of butter, and 1 tablespoon of sugar.
  7. 7
    Bring diagonally opposite corners of the dough up over the apple to form "ears" at the top, leaving the bottom sealed.
  8. 8
    Cover the dough "ears" loosely with aluminum foil to prevent burning.
  9. 9
    In a small bowl, mix together brown sugar, cream, and grated lemon rind to make a glaze.
  10. 10
    Brush the exposed dough of the dumplings with the brown sugar cream mixture.
  11. 11
    Bake for 35 to 45 minutes until the apples are tender.
  12. 12
    Remove the foil from the dumplings.
  13. 13
    Brush the "ears" with the remaining cream mixture.
  14. 14
    Return to oven for a few more minutes until the ears are golden brown.
  15. 15
    Serve warm with plain cream or sweetened cream flavored with rum.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 12

Amount Per Serving
Calories 152.3kcal
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 5.6g9%
Saturated Fat 3.2g16%
Cholesterol 14.5mg5%
Sodium 306.1mg13%
Total Carbohydrate 17.4g6%
Dietary Fiber 0.8g4%
Sugars 0.8g
Protein 7.1g15%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

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