5 from 20 votes
Caramel Apple Dumpling Bites
Caramel Apple Dumpling Bites combine quartered dinner rolls simmered with brown sugar, butter, and cinnamon alongside tender Granny Smith apple wedges. The rolls absorb the sweet, spiced mixture to develop soft, sticky bites topped with caramel sauce. Served warm with vanilla ice cream, they offer a comforting dessert with a balance of tart apple and rich caramel flavors.
Prep Time
10 mins
Cook Time
15 mins
Total Time
25 mins
Servings:
6
Calories:
667 kcal
Course:
Dessert
Cuisine:
American
Ingredients
- 18 dinner rolls thawed, but not raised, frozen
- 3 apple Granny Smith variety
- 1/2 cup butter unsalted not margarine
- 1/2 cup brown sugar
- 1 teaspoon cinnamon
- 1/2 cup caramel sauce
Instructions
- In a large fry pan, melt butter, brown sugar, and cinnamon together over medium heat.
- Cut 18 thawed dinner rolls into 4 quarters. Add the mini roll bites into the butter/brown sugar mixture and toss to coat. Place lid over fry pan and let cook while you cut and slice the apples.
- Peel and slice the apples into wedges.
- Turn over the rolls in the fry pan and toss in the apple wedges. The rolls should be golden brown on one side.
- Continue to fry (stir occasionally) until apples and rolls are thoroughly cooked.
- Spoon the mix onto a plate and drizzle a little caramel sauce over the top. Serve with a side of vanilla ice cream.
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Notes
- Any crisp, cooking apple variety can substitute for Granny Smith apples if desired.
- Frozen dinner rolls like Rhodes brand can be used for convenience, ensuring they are thawed but not risen before cutting.
- Popular caramel sauce brands to use include Ghirardelli Premium, Mrs. Richardson's, and Torani for consistent flavor.
Nutrition Information
Calories
667kcal
(33%)
Carbohydrates
105g
(35%)
Protein
12g
(24%)
Fat
24g
(37%)
Saturated Fat
12g
(60%)
Cholesterol
43mg
(14%)
Sodium
892mg
(37%)
Potassium
289mg
(6%)
Fiber
8g
(32%)
Sugar
31g
(62%)
Vitamin A
560IU
(11%)
Vitamin C
4.2mg
(5%)
Calcium
272mg
(27%)
Iron
4.9mg
(27%)
Nutrition Facts
Serving: 6 Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 667
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 667kcal | 33% |
| Carbohydrates | 105g | 35% |
| Protein | 12g | 24% |
| Fat | 24g | 37% |
| Saturated Fat | 12g | 60% |
| Cholesterol | 43mg | 14% |
| Sodium | 892mg | 37% |
| Potassium | 289mg | 6% |
| Fiber | 8g | 32% |
| Sugar | 31g | 62% |
| Vitamin A | 560IU | 11% |
| Vitamin C | 4.2mg | 5% |
| Calcium | 272mg | 27% |
| Iron | 4.9mg | 27% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.