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Recipe of the Week: Country Peach Dumplings

Indulge in the comforting flavors of Country Peach Dumplings, where each bite transports you to a world of sweet, juicy peaches wrapped in soft, buttery pastry. This delightful dish is baked to golden perfection and finished with a sprinkle of cinnamon sugar that perfectly complements the fresh, zesty fruit. Ideal for any occasion, these dumplings promise to be the highlight of your dessert table, offering a taste of rustic charm and home-cooked goodness. Treat yourself and your loved ones to this heartwarming dessert that’s sure to create memorable moments. Perfect with a dollop of vanilla ice cream or a drizzle of cream!

Estimated Cooking Time:

  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 35 minutes
  • Total Time: 50 minutes

Serving Size: 16 servings

Ingredients: 

  • 2 large fresh peaches, halved and pitted
  • 2 (10 ounce) cans refrigerated crescent roll dough
  • 1 cup butter
  • 1 1/2 cups white sugar
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1 (12 fluid ounce) can or bottle citrus soda (such as Mountain Dew®)

Cooking Instructions

  1. Step 1: Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Grease a 9×13-inch baking dish.
  2. Step 2: Cut each peach half into 4 equal wedges; set aside.
  3. Step 3: Separate crescent roll dough into triangles. Roll each peach wedge in crescent roll dough starting at the smallest end. Pinch to seal and place in the prepared baking dish.
  4. Step 4: Melt butter in a small saucepan over low heat. Stir sugar and cinnamon into melted butter until combined. Pour over dumplings, followed by soda.
  5. Step 5: Bake in the preheated oven until golden brown, 35 to 45 minutes.

Nutrition Information

Servings Per Recipe 16
Calories 295
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 17g21%
Saturated Fat 10g51%
Cholesterol 47mg16%
Sodium 211mg9%
Total Carbohydrate 35g13%
Dietary Fiber 1g4%
Total Sugars 26g
Protein 2g5%
Vitamin C 1mg2%
Calcium 19mg1%
Iron 1mg3%
Potassium 76mg2%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

** Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.

(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.

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