Description

There’s something undeniably comforting about a dessert that blends buttery pastry, tender fruit, and warm spice. These Peachy Peach Dumplings deliver all of that and more. Hugely popular across the Southern United States, this delightful recipe wraps juicy peaches in crescent roll dough, bathes them in a buttery cinnamon-sugar sauce, and finishes the whole thing with a fizzy splash of lemon-lime soda for an unexpected, but magical, touch.

The result? Golden, gooey dumplings with crispy edges and a soft, peach-filled center. Serve them warm with a scoop of vanilla ice cream, and you’ve got yourself a dessert that’s both nostalgic and completely irresistible. Whether you're looking for an easy weekend treat or a crowd-pleasing finale to a family dinner, this recipe is a keeper.

Ingredients

• For the Dumplings:
• 200 g (2 large cans) canned peaches, drained
• 2 tubes of crescent roll dough
• ⅔ cup granulated sugar
• 3 teaspoons ground cinnamon (to mix with sugar)
• ⅔ cup light brown sugar
• 2 sticks (1 cup) unsalted butter, melted
• 1½ cups lemon-lime soda (like Sprite or 7-Up)
• To Serve:
• Vanilla ice cream (optional, but highly recommended)

Preparation Method

Start by preheating your oven to 350°F (175°C) and greasing a 9×13-inch baking dish generously with butter. This helps create those delicious golden, slightly crisp edges.

Open the crescent roll tubes and separate the dough into triangles. On the wide end of each triangle, place one or two slices of canned peach. Sprinkle a bit of your cinnamon-sugar mixture over the peaches—this adds that signature warmth and spice.

Carefully roll the dough around the peach slices, tucking in the sides and gently pinching the ends to seal. Don't worry if they're not perfect; the magic happens in the oven.

Once all your dumplings are rolled, arrange them in your prepared baking dish in a single layer.

Melt the butter in a microwave-safe bowl and stir in the brown sugar until combined. Pour this buttery mixture evenly over the dumplings, coating each one generously.

Now comes the surprise element: gently pour the lemon-lime soda into the dish, making sure to go around the dumplings rather than over them. This soda adds moisture and a hint of citrusy brightness that balances the richness of the butter and sugar.

Transfer the baking dish to the oven and bake for 30 to 35 minutes, or until the tops of the dumplings are golden brown and slightly crisp. The sauce will bubble around the edges and thicken slightly as it bakes, creating a syrupy base.

Once baked, let the dumplings sit for a few minutes so the sauce settles slightly. Then, serve warm with a generous scoop of vanilla ice cream melting over the top.

Tips and Conclusion

These dumplings are best enjoyed warm right out of the oven, but they store beautifully. If you have leftovers, refrigerate them in an airtight container. You can reheat them in the microwave or oven for a next-day dessert that’s just as delicious.

Want to mix things up? Try substituting the peaches for apples or pears in the fall, or add a pinch of nutmeg or clove for an extra autumnal twist.

Peachy Peach Dumplings are the ultimate easy dessert—comforting, nostalgic, and wonderfully decadent without being fussy. They bring together familiar ingredients in a playful, irresistible way, and once you try them, they just might become a go-to in your sweet recipe rotation.

If you loved this dish, be sure to explore our other Southern-inspired favorites like Apple Crisp Cobbler, Buttermilk Peach Pound Cake, or our famous Southern Banana Pudding. Don’t forget to share your results and tag us—nothing makes us happier than seeing these treats in your kitchen!