Peach Dumplings – Warm, Sweet, and Comforting

Peach Dumplings are a cozy, fruit-filled dessert that pairs tender, juicy peaches with a buttery dough baked in a sweet, spiced syrup. Golden on the outside and soft inside, these dumplings are simple to prepare yet impressive enough for special occasions. Perfect for summer gatherings or a comforting treat year-round, they bring a delightful mix of sweetness, warmth, and flaky texture.

Why You’ll Love This Recipe

Sweet & Juicy – Peaches become tender and syrupy as they bake.
Buttery Dough – Creates a flaky, golden crust around the fruit.
Easy to Make – Uses simple ingredients with minimal prep.
Perfect with Ice Cream – Serve warm with a scoop of vanilla for extra indulgence.

Ingredients

• 2 large ripe peaches, peeled and cut into 8 wedges
• 1 (8-oz / 225g) tube refrigerated crescent roll dough
• ½ cup unsalted butter, melted
• ½ cup granulated sugar
• ½ cup brown sugar, packed
• ½ tsp cinnamon
• ½ tsp vanilla extract
• ¾ cup lemon-lime soda (such as Sprite or 7-Up)

Instructions

1. Preheat Oven
   Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Lightly grease a 9×13-inch baking dish.
2. Assemble Dumplings
   Separate crescent dough into triangles. Place a peach wedge at the wide end of each triangle and roll up, enclosing the peach. Arrange dumplings in the prepared baking dish.
3. Make the Syrup
   In a bowl, whisk together melted butter, granulated sugar, brown sugar, cinnamon, and vanilla until smooth. Pour evenly over the dumplings.
4. Add Soda & Bake
   Pour the lemon-lime soda around (not on top of) the dumplings. Bake for 30–35 minutes, until golden brown and bubbling.
5. Serve
   Let cool slightly and serve warm, optionally with vanilla ice cream.

Nutritional Information

Calories: ~220
Protein: 2g
Fat: 9g
Carbohydrates: 34g
Sugar: 19g
Fiber: 1g

Tips for Success

• Use Ripe Peaches – For the sweetest, juiciest filling.
• Don’t Skip the Soda – It creates a light, caramelized syrup as the dumplings bake.
• Serve Warm – Best enjoyed fresh from the oven with your favorite topping.

Why This Recipe Works

The combination of fresh peaches, buttery dough, and a caramel-like sauce creates a dessert that’s both comforting and indulgent. The soda helps form a luscious syrup, while the crescent dough bakes up golden and flaky.

Peach Dumplings are a simple yet impressive dessert full of sweet fruit and rich, buttery flavor. Easy to make and delicious served warm, they’re perfect for family dinners, potlucks, or whenever you crave a cozy treat.