Slow Cooker Apple Dumplings
If you love cozy desserts that taste homemade without spending hours in the kitchen, these 4-Ingredient Slow Cooker Apple Dumplings are about to become your new favorite. This easy slow cooker dessert recipe combines tender apples wrapped in buttery crescent dough and cooked in a sweet bubbly soda sauce that turns into a rich caramel-style syrup.
Perfect for Valentine’s Week, holidays, or simple weeknight treats, this recipe delivers big flavor with minimal effort ideal for busy families who still want a warm homemade dessert.
Why You’ll Love These Slow Cooker Apple Dumplings:
Only 4 ingredients simple and budget-friendly
True dump-and-go slow cooker dessert
No complicated dough making or baking skills needed
Creates a rich caramel-like sauce automatically
Perfect comfort dessert for Valentine’s Day or cozy nights
This recipe is especially great if you enjoy easy crockpot desserts, apple dumpling recipes, or quick Valentine’s desserts that feel special without extra work.
Ingredients:
2 large apples, peeled, cored, and cut into 8 wedges
1 (8-oz) can refrigerated crescent roll dough
1 cup granulated sugar
1 (12-oz) can lemon-lime soda (Sprite or 7UP works well)
Directions:
Lightly grease a 4–6 quart slow cooker with cooking spray or butter to prevent sticking.
Unroll crescent dough and separate into triangles. Place one apple wedge on each triangle and roll up, tucking in the sides to seal.
Place the wrapped dumplings seam-side down in a single layer in the slow cooker.
Sprinkle sugar evenly over the dumplings. Slowly pour the lemon-lime soda around the sides this creates the signature caramel-style sauce.
HIGH: 2–2½ hours
LOW: 3½–4 hours
Cook until dumplings are puffed, tender, and surrounded by a golden bubbling syrup.
Let sit for 10 minutes before serving. Spoon warm dumplings into bowls and drizzle generously with the sweet sauce.
Serving Ideas:
Serve with vanilla ice cream
Add whipped cream or a splash of heavy cream
Sprinkle cinnamon for extra cozy flavor
Pair with coffee, tea, or cold milk
Recipe Benefits:
Time-Saving Dessert: Prep takes about 10 minutes, making it perfect for busy schedules.
Beginner-Friendly: No baking experience required the slow cooker does all the work.
Budget Comfort Food: Uses affordable pantry ingredients while still tasting indulgent.
Family-Approved Treat: Sweet apples and soft pastry make it a crowd favorite for all ages.
Versatile Flavor: Works with tart apples like Granny Smith or sweeter varieties like Gala or Fuji.
Tips & Variations:
Use ginger ale instead of lemon-lime soda for a warm spiced flavor.
Add a sprinkle of cinnamon or a splash of vanilla for extra depth.
For slightly firmer tops, open the lid during the last 15 minutes of cooking.
