How to make “Apple Dumplings” an Easy and Classy Dessert!

Instructions

1. Remove crusts from the refrigerator
2. Preheat oven to 400 degrees
3. Peel and core apples - cut the bottom of the apple about 1/4 inch so it will sit flat
4. In a small bowl, mix together the butter, brown sugar and cinnamon
5. Fill the hollowed cores with the butter, brown sugar, cinnamon mixture
6. Cut 3 of the crusts in half, roll each into a ball, knead until until mixed together
7. Using a rolling pin, on a lightly floured surface (granite counter works great), roll out to about 8 inches in diameter (so it will cover the apple completely)
8. Cut 6 small pieces of the remaining crust, about 1 1/2 inches square, place on the top of each filled apple, covering the core
9. Place apple upside down in center of dough circle
10. Carefully wrap and pinch dough around the apple making sure dough overlaps a the bottom
11. Place apples, pinched side down, on a baking sheet
12. Using a pastry brush, brush with egg wash (egg/water mixture)
13. Using a sharp knife, cut out 12 leaves, "score" each leaf with a line down the center and marks to resemble leaves
14. Roll 6 small pieces of dough to resemble stems, pinch and flatten at one end
15. On top of each apple, place a "stem" and 2 "leaves"
16. Brush leaves and stem with egg wash
17. Bake at 400 degrees for 20 minutes
18. Reduce heat to 350 degrees and bake for an additional 20 minutes until apples are soft and crust is golden
19. Serve with
20. *Raspberry Sauce and vanilla ice cream, if desired