Caramel Apple Dumplings are the epitome of fall comfort, offering a delightful twist on traditional apple desserts, perfect for those cozy evenings by the fire or as a sweet treat after a hearty meal. With just a touch of caramel sweetness enveloped in tender baked apples and crispy phyllo dough, this recipe is sure to become a seasonal favorite. Plus, with only 4 Weight Watchers points per serving, itโs a guilt-free indulgence that wonโt derail your healthy eating goals.
Caramel Apple Dumplings
- Preparation Time: 20 minutes
- Cooking Time: 45 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour 5 minutes
- Servings: 2
- Calories per serving: 212.5
- Fat Content: 3.1g
- Saturated Fat Content: 0.8g
- Cholesterol Content: 1.7mg
- Sodium Content: 150.6mg
- Carbohydrate Content: 45.8g
- Fiber Content: 4g
- Sugar Content: 28.4g
- Protein Content: 3.2g
Ingredients:
- 2 tablespoons nonfat milk
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 4 Rome apples
- 2 sheets phyllo dough
Instructions:
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Preheat oven to 400ยฐF (200ยฐC).
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In a small saucepan, combine the nonfat milk, ground cinnamon, and caramel.
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Place the saucepan over low heat, and cook until the mixture is smooth, stirring constantly.
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Remove the caramel mixture from heat and set it aside.
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Core the Rome apples, making sure to cut to, but not through, the bottom of each apple.
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Spoon the caramel mixture evenly into the centers of the cored apples.
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Place the stuffed apples in a small baking dish, cover, and bake at 400ยฐF (200ยฐC) for 35 minutes, or just until the apples are tender.
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Once baked, remove the apples from the dish and allow them to cool.
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While the apples are cooling, prepare the phyllo dough.
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Place one sheet of phyllo dough on a damp towel, keeping the remaining phyllo covered to prevent it from drying out.
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Coat the phyllo sheet with cooking spray, then fold it in half crosswise.
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Place one apple on the phyllo rectangle.
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Coat the edges of the phyllo with cooking spray, then bring the corners to the center, pinching the phyllo to seal it around the apple.
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Repeat the process with the remaining apples and phyllo sheets.
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Place the assembled dumplings on a baking sheet coated with cooking spray.
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Bake the dumplings at 400ยฐF (200ยฐC) for 5 minutes, or until the phyllo dough is golden brown.
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Once baked, remove the dumplings from the oven and let them cool slightly before serving.
These Caramel Apple Dumplings are best enjoyed warm, perhaps topped with a scoop of vanilla ice cream or a dollop of whipped cream for an extra indulgent touch. Serve them for dessert during a cozy autumn evening or impress your holiday guests with a unique and delicious treat thatโs sure to become a new seasonal tradition. Enjoy the flavors of fall with every bite of these delightful caramel-infused apple dumplings! ๐๐
