Apple dumplings boiling in sweet syrup in the oven give off an unmatched aroma, as well as the promise of a taste treat to come. Most importantly, they answer a request from Trudy A. Gordon of Balt… ...

food | Cooking These gooey apple dumplings are as easy as pie, but even yummier Apples + pastry + butter + brown sugar + pecans + cinnamon = fall baking nirvana.

From ravioli to samosas, every place has their own twist on a dumpling or parcel-like filled foods. From Japan to Pennsylvania, here's what different dumplings look like around the world.

Bring the syrup mixture to a boil; reduce heat and simmer for 5 minutes. Remove the cinnamon sticks and pour syrup over the dumplings. Bake for 45 minutes, basting several times.

Dumpling World, a strip-mall spot located in The Triangle, has a few fried rice and noodle dishes, but the specialty is right there in the name, whether you want yours boiled, fried, or steamed.

While the dumplings baked, I boiled granulated sugar and pure maple syrup I found at HomeGoods into a sweet, browned, salty caramel. There is no more perfect topping to crust and apples.

Whisk together. In a shallow saucepan 10 to 12 inches in diameter, combine water, apples, butter, sugar, and lemon juice; bringing to a boil and allow sugar to dissolve. Allow apples to cook 2 to 3 ...

Rania Harris stopped by PTL to show off some more delicious apple-inspired recipes!

Apple dumplings scream for ice cream, and I think heeding that cry is in our best interest. Besides the usual vanilla (which is a perfect partner), think about cinnamon or caramel ice cream, or ...