This is the 7039th most frequent Dutch word.
appelbollen
Apple dumplings.
In this sentence, 'appelbollen' is used as a noun to refer to the food item.
Ik heb appelbollen gekocht voor het dessert.
I bought apple dumplings for dessert.
Here, 'appelbollen' identifies the source of the smell and emphasizes it as a dish being prepared.
De geur van versgebakken appelbollen vult de keuken.
The smell of freshly baked apple dumplings fills the kitchen.
In this instance, 'appelbollen' is used to discuss the cultural or traditional aspect of the food.