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Blue Cheese and Apple Dumpling
11 Easy and Delicious Apple Dumpling Recipes

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Smell the warm cinnamon and apples cooking in the oven — fall is here at last. Try swapping out that tired apple pie recipe for these delicious dumpling recipes this fall season. If you are looking for a quick and easy dessert to use up your apple-picking bounty, try these recipes — they'll work well with any type of apple, from Granny Smith to Red Delicious.
Apple Pie Dumpling

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These apple pie dumplings are simple to make and use refrigerated pie crust for ease. The house will smell like apple pie when these delicious dumplings are baking in the oven.
Bacon-Apple Dumplings

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A little bit savory and a little bit sweet these bacon-apple dumplings will make the perfect addition to your next weekend brunch menu.
Blue Cheese and Apple Dumpling

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The sharpness of the cheese and the sweetness of the apple make a perfect combination. Serve these dumplings warm for the best experience.
Caramel Apple Dumpling

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Your favorite fall fair treat wrapped up in one dumpling. The warm caramel syrup and apples make the perfect fall treat.
Cheddar-Apple Dumpling

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Nothing goes together quite like cheddar cheese and apple pie, so why not try cheddar-apple dumplings? Try trading that tired apple pie recipe for this creative twist on the classic apple and cheese pairing.
Chicken and Apple Dumplings

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These savory chicken and apple dumplings use store-bought wonton wrappers. Simply combine the ingredients, seal the dumplings, boil, and enjoy!
Classic Apple Dumpling

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This classic apple dumpling recipe uses a spice filling and a light doughy exterior that is pan-fried and steamed.
Crescent Roll Apple Dumplings

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The crescent roll exterior makes these dumplings buttery and flaky. Dip them in caramel sauce or serve them with homemade ice cream for an additional treat.
Easy Fried Apple Dumplings

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These deep-fried dumplings resemble fried apple pie in taste and texture. Enjoy theem fresh from the fryer with a drizzle of caramel or chocolate sauce on top.
Pomegranate Apple Dumplings

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Pomegranate seeds contain antioxidants, and add a wonderful tartness to this dessert dumpling. These dumplings are steamed and pan-fried, but you could also deep-fry them in vegetable oil if you preferred.
Pumpkin-Apple Dumpling

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The perfect dessert dumpling for a fall day, this pumpkin-apple dumpling uses canned or fresh pumpkin purée, apples, and lots of spices. Drizzle this dumpling with caramel sauce or serve with cinnamon ice cream.
For the Pumpkin-Apple Dumpling recipe, click here.