HOMEMADE APPLE DUMPLINGS WITH CARAMEL SAUCE

Homemade Apple Dumplings with Caramel Sauce image

Provided by Chrystal Cackler @journeyrock92

Number Of Ingredients 15

2 1/4 cup(s) all purpose flour
2 teaspoon(s) plus 1/4 cup sugar, divided
1 teaspoon(s) salt
1 cup(s) shortening
2 - eggs
1/4 cup(s) water
2 teaspoon(s) white vinegar
7 medium tart apples, peeled and cored
7 tablespoon(s) butter
1/4 teaspoon(s) ground cinnamon
FOR THE CARAMEL SAUCE
1 jar(s) 12.25 ounces caramel ice cream topping
1 1/2 cup(s) packed brown sugar
1 cup(s) water
1/4 cup(s) butter, cubed

Steps:

In a large bowl, combine the flour, 2 teaspoons sugar and salt; cut in shortening until crumbly. In a small bowl, combine 1 egg, water and vinegar; gradually add to crumb mixture, tossing with a fork until dough forms a ball. Divide into seven portions.
On a lightly floured surface, roll each portion into a 7-in. square. Place an apple on each pastry square; place 1 tablespoon butter in the center of each. Combine cinnamon and remaining sugar; sprinkle over apples. Bring up corners of pastry to center; pinch edges to seal. Beat remaining egg; brush over pastry. Place in a greased 13-in. x 9-in. baking dish. Bake at 350° for 15 minutes.
Meanwhile, in a large saucepan, combine the sauce ingredients. Bring to a boil; cook and stir until smooth and blended. Pour over apples. Bake 35-40 minutes longer or until apples are tender and pastry is golden brown, basting occasionally with sauce. Serve warm.