"My family just loves these tender dumplings in the sweet, rich sauce. I love them because they turn out wonderful every time I make them, which is a lot! —Faye Johnson, Connersville, Indiana..."
INGREDIENTS
•
2 tablespoons butter
•
1-1/2 cups packed brown sugar
•
1-1/2 cups water
•
DUMPLINGS:
•
1-1/4 cups all-purpose flour
•
1/2 cup sugar
•
2 teaspoons baking powder
•
1/2 teaspoon salt
•
1/2 cup whole milk
•
2 tablespoons butter, softened
•
2 teaspoons vanilla extract
•
1/2 cup coarsely chopped peeled apple, optional
•
Vanilla ice cream, optional