4 Ingredient Peach Dumplings

If you’re craving a quick, delicious dessert that feels homemade but requires minimal effort, these 4 Ingredient Peach Dumplings are exactly what you need. Sweet, juicy peaches are wrapped in flaky crescent roll dough, baked to golden perfection, and perfect served warm with a scoop of ice cream. This recipe is ideal for busy weeknights, last-minute guests, or anytime you want a comforting dessert that comes together in no time.

Ingredients

• 1 can refrigerated crescent rolls (8 count)
• 1 can peach halves in light syrup (juice reserved)
• ½ cup butter, melted
• 2 tablespoons cinnamon sugar

Instructions

1. Preheat oven to 350°F.
2. Cut the peaches in half.
3. Unroll the crescent rolls and wrap each peach half in a crescent roll. Place them in an 8×8-inch baking dish or casserole dish.
4. Combine melted butter with ⅔ cup of the reserved peach syrup. Pour over the wrapped peaches.
5. Sprinkle with cinnamon sugar.
6. Bake for 30-35 minutes, or until lightly browned.
7. Serve warm, ideally with a scoop of ice cream.

Serving and Storage Tips

• Serve immediately for best flavor and texture.
• Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 days.
• Reheat in the oven for a few minutes to restore flakiness.

Variations

• Nutty Twist: Sprinkle chopped pecans or walnuts on top before baking for added crunch.
• Fruit Swap: Replace peaches with apples, pears, or cherries for different flavors.
• Extra Sweet: Drizzle caramel or chocolate sauce over the baked dumplings.
• Mini Dumplings: Cut crescent rolls smaller and wrap with peach slices for bite-sized treats.
• Spice It Up: Add a pinch of nutmeg or ginger to the cinnamon sugar for warm spice notes.

FAQs

1. Can I use fresh peaches instead of canned?
   Yes, peel and halve fresh peaches. Add a little sugar or syrup to mimic the canned juice.
2. Are these dumplings gluten-free?
   Use gluten-free crescent rolls to make this recipe gluten-free.
3. Can I make these ahead of time?
   Yes, assemble and refrigerate for a few hours before baking.
4. What toppings go well with these dumplings?
   Powdered sugar, whipped cream, or vanilla ice cream complement them perfectly.
5. Can I freeze the dumplings?
   Yes, bake first, then freeze. Reheat in the oven when ready.
6. How can I make them sweeter?
   Add extra cinnamon sugar, honey, or a drizzle of caramel.
7. Can I make mini versions?
   Yes, wrap smaller peach slices with smaller dough pieces for bite-sized treats.
8. Are these suitable for parties?
   Absolutely, they’re easy to serve individually and always a crowd-pleaser.
9. Should I use light or heavy syrup for canned peaches?
   Light syrup is preferred for sweetness without being overly heavy, but heavy syrup works too.
10. How do I prevent sticking in the pan?
    Use a nonstick or lightly greased baking dish to keep dumplings from sticking.

This simple 4 Ingredient Peach Dumplings recipe is a sweet, comforting dessert that’s ready in under 40 minutes, making it a perfect choice for any occasion.

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