Creating Country Apple Dumplings is a delightful experience that anyone can enjoy. Follow these simple steps to make your own:

1. Preheat Your Oven: Set your oven to 375°F (190°C) to prepare for baking.
2. Prepare the Apples: Peel, core, and slice the apples into wedges. Toss them in a bowl with lemon juice, sugar, cinnamon, and nutmeg.
3. Roll Out the Dough: Unroll the pie crusts on a floured surface. Cut each crust into four equal squares.
4. Fill the Dough: Place a spoonful of the apple mixture in the center of each square.
5. Wrap the Apples: Fold the corners of the pie crust over the apples, pinching the edges to seal them securely.
6. Place in Baking Dish: Arrange the dumplings in a greased baking dish, seam side down.
7. Make the Syrup: In a saucepan, combine water, sugar, and butter. Bring it to a boil, stirring until the sugar dissolves, then remove from heat and stir in vanilla.
8. Pour Syrup Over Dumplings: Carefully pour the syrup over the dumplings in the baking dish.
9. Bake: Place the dish in the preheated oven and bake for 35-40 minutes or until the dumplings are golden brown.
10. Cool Slightly: Remove from the oven and allow to cool for 10-15 minutes before serving.

These steps will guide you in creating these incredible dumplings that are sure to impress.