Step 1

Set oven to 350F, place your chilled pie dough on the counter to warm, then combine the granulated sugar and 2 tsp of cinnamon in a small bowl, mix together and set aside.

Step 2

Roll your pie dough into rectangles which are a bit less than 1/4 inch thick then cut into 7 inch squares. Re-roll scraps as needed until you have 8 squares. You can use excess dough to stamp decorative elements for the dumplings.

Step 3

Peel and core the apples then place each apple on the center of a pastry square. Fill almost to the top with cinnamon sugar then place a teaspoon of butter on top.

Step 4

Bring the corners of the pastry up to the top of the apple one at a time. You can wet the tips with your finger so they stick better. Place the apples in baking dishes so they are touching as little as possible. I usually use two 9x13 dish but you can use a larger dish Is you have one. The apples will look best If you brush with an egg wash and sprinkle with any remaining cinnamon sugar.

Step 5

To make the sauce combine brown sugar, cinnamon, butter and water in a small pot. Place over medium head and cook while stirring until the butter melts then pour the sauce into the baking dishes.

Step 6

Bake at 350F for 50-60 minutes or until the pastry is golden brown and the apples are softened. You can test the doneness of the apples using a skewer.