Golden Syrup Apple Dumplings
/Method
In a large saucepan, combine all the syrup ingredients with 500 ml of water and a pinch of salt. Place over a medium high heat and bring to a simmer.
In a bowl, mix the flour and butter. Rub the butter between your fingers to press into the flour. Add the milk and golden syrup, mix into a batter. Add the apple and fold through the mixture.
Using two spoons, spoon balls of batter into the simmering syrup. Once the pan is full reduce the heat and place a lid on the pot. Cook for 15 - 20 minutes until a skewer comes out of the dumplings clean.
Spoon the dumplings into a bowl, top with syrup and serve with a ball of ice cream.