Homemade Apple Dumplings With Caramel Sauce

• 2-1/4 cups all-purpose flour
• 2 teaspoons plus 1/4 cup sugar, divided
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1 cup shortening
• 2 eggs
• 1/4 cup water
• 2 teaspoons white vinegar
• 7 medium tart apples, peeled and cored
• 7 tablespoons butter
• 1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon
• 1 jar (12-1/4 ounces) caramel ice cream topping
• 1-1/2 cups packed brown sugar
• 1 cup water
• 1/4 cup butter, cubed

1. In a large bowl, combine the flour, 2 teaspoons sugar and salt; cut in shortening until crumbly. In a small bowl, combine 1 egg, water and vinegar; gradually add to crumb mixture, tossing with a fork until dough forms a ball. Divide into seven portions.
2. On a lightly floured surface, roll each portion into a 7-in. square. Place an apple on each pastry square; place 1 tablespoon butter in the center of each. Combine cinnamon and remaining sugar; sprinkle over apples.
3. Bring up corners of pastry to center; pinch edges to seal. Beat remaining egg; brush over pastry. Place in a greased 13-in. x 9-in. baking dish. Bake at 350u0b0 for 15 minutes.
4. Meanwhile, in a large saucepan, combine the sauce ingredients. Bring to a boil; cook and stir until smooth and blended. Pour over apples. Bake 35-40 minutes longer or until apples are tender and pastry is golden brown, basting occasionally with sauce. Serve warm.

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Taken from www.tasteofhome.com/recipes/homemade-apple-dumplings-with-caramel-sauce/ (may not work)