Delicious Peach Dumplings

Indulge in the sweet and fruity flavors of homemade peach dumplings. The flaky pastry encases juicy peaches and a hint of cinnamon, creating a comforting and satisfying dessert. These peach dumplings are the perfect way to use up fresh peaches during the summer season. Serve them warm with a scoop of vanilla ice cream for a truly decadent treat.

Ingredients

• 4 medium-sized peaches
• 1 cup all-purpose flour
• 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
• 1 teaspoon baking powder
• 1/4 teaspoon salt
• 1/4 cup unsalted butter, cold and cubed
• 1/4 cup milk
• 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
• 1/4 cup brown sugar
• 1 cup water
• Vanilla ice cream, for serving (optional)

Directions

1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
2. Wash the peaches, remove the pits, and cut them into quarters.
3. In a medium-sized mixing bowl, combine the all-purpose flour, granulated sugar, baking powder, and salt.
4. Add the cold and cubed unsalted butter to the dry ingredients. Use your fingers or a pastry cutter to cut the butter into the flour mixture until it resembles coarse crumbs.
5. In a separate small bowl, whisk together the milk and vanilla extract.
6. Pour the milk mixture into the flour mixture and stir until a dough forms. It should be soft and slightly sticky.
7. On a floured surface, roll out the dough into a large rectangle about 1/4 inch thick.
8. Cut the dough into 4 equal squares.
9. Place a peach quarter in the center of each square, sprinkle with ground cinnamon and brown sugar.
10. Gently fold the corners of the dough over the peach, pinching the edges to seal.
11. Place the dumplings in a baking dish.
12. In a small saucepan, combine the brown sugar, water, and remaining cinnamon. Bring to a boil and stir until the sugar is dissolved.
13. Pour the sugar syrup over the dumplings in the baking dish.
14. Bake in the preheated oven for 35-40 minutes, or until the dumplings are golden brown and the peaches are soft.
15. Serve the peach dumplings warm, with a scoop of vanilla ice cream if desired.

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