CARAMEL DUMPLINGS

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My family just loves these tender dumplings in the sweet, rich sauce. I love them because they turn out wonderful every time I make them, which is a lot! -Faye Johnson, Connersville, Indiana

Provided by Taste of Home

Time 40m

Yield 8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 13

Ingredients

2 tablespoons butter
1-1/2 cups packed brown sugar
1-1/2 cups water
DUMPLINGS:
1-1/4 cups all-purpose flour
1/2 cup sugar
2 teaspoons baking powder
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 cup whole milk
2 tablespoons butter, softened
2 teaspoons vanilla extract
1/2 cup coarsely chopped peeled apple, optional
Vanilla ice cream, optional

Steps:

In a large skillet, heat the butter, brown sugar and water to boiling. Reduce heat to simmer. , Meanwhile, combine the dumpling ingredients; add apple if desired. Drop by tablespoonfuls into the simmering sauce. Cover tightly and simmer for 20 minutes. Do not lift lid. If desired, serve warm with vanilla ice cream.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 336 calories, Fat 6g fat (4g saturated fat), Cholesterol 17mg cholesterol, Sodium 329mg sodium, Carbohydrate 68g carbohydrate (53g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 3g protein.