Pioneer Woman Apple Dumplings

1️⃣ Prep the Apples

• Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
• Peel and core the apples, then cut each apple into 8 wedges (you’ll have 16 total slices).

2️⃣ Roll the Dumplings

• Unroll the crescent dough and separate into 16 triangles.
• Roll each apple slice in one triangle of dough, starting at the wider end and rolling toward the point.
• Place the wrapped apple slices in a buttered 9×13-inch baking dish.

3️⃣ Make the Sauce

• In a saucepan or microwave-safe bowl, melt the butter.
• Stir in the sugar just until combined—it should still be slightly grainy.
• Add vanilla extract and stir briefly.

4️⃣ Assemble and Bake

• Pour the butter-sugar mixture evenly over the dumplings.
• Pour the Mountain Dew around the edges of the pan (not directly on top of the dumplings).
• Sprinkle cinnamon generously over the top.
• Bake uncovered for 40 minutes, until golden brown and bubbling.

5️⃣ Serve