Apple Dumplings With Syrup

• 8 cups all-purpose flour
• 3 tablespoons baking powder
• 4-1/2 teaspoons salt
• 1-1/2 pounds butter-flavored shortening
• 2 cups 2% milk
• 24 medium tart apples, peeled and cored
• 1-1/2 cups sugar
• 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
• 1/2 cup butter, divided
• 2-1/2 cups packed brown sugar
• 1-1/2 cups water
• 1 cup butter, cubed
• 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon

1. In a large bowl, combine the flour, baking powder and salt; cut in shortening until crumbly. Gradually add milk, tossing with a fork until dough forms a ball. Divide into 24 portions. Cover and refrigerate for at least 1 hour or until easy to handle.
2. On a well-floured surface, roll each portion of dough into a 7-in. square. Place an apple on each square. Combine sugar and cinnamon; place 1 tablespoonful into the core of each apple. Dot each with 1 teaspoon butter.
3. Gently bring up corners of pastry to center; pinch edges to seal. Place in four greased 13-in. x 9-in. baking dishes. Bake at 350u0b0 for 15 minutes.
4. Meanwhile, in a large saucepan, combine the syrup ingredients. Bring to a boil; cook and stir until smooth and blended. Pour over apples.
5. Bake 35-40 minutes longer or until apples are tender and pastry is golden brown. Serve warm.

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