Sweet Cherry Dumplings
Sweet Cherry Dumplings wrap tart, juicy cherries in a lightly spiced dough that's simmered until tender and finished with a simple sweet sauce. The combination of soft dough and bright cherry filling makes them a satisfying dessert or snack any time of day. From start to finish, they come together in about 45 minutes.
Equipment
- Mixing Bowl
- Rolling pin
- Saucepan
- Slotted spoon
Ingredients
For the Dough:
- 2 cups all-purpose flour organic preferred
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1 pinch salt sea salt preferred
- ¼ cup granulated sugar
- ½ cup milk whole milk for richness
- 1 large egg preferably free-range
- ¼ cup unsalted butter melted, preferably grass-fed
For the Filling and Sauce:
- 1 cup fresh cherries pitted and halved
- ¼ cup granulated sugar
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice freshly squeezed
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
- In a mixing bowl, combine flour, baking powder, and salt. Add sugar and mix well.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together milk, egg, and melted butter. Gradually incorporate the wet ingredients into the dry, mixing until a smooth dough forms. Knead lightly on a floured surface, adding flour as needed to prevent sticking.
- Roll the dough out to a thickness of about 1/8 inch and cut into 3-inch circles. Place a couple of cherry halves in the center of each circle before folding over and sealing the edges with a fork.
- Bring a saucepan of water to a gentle boil. Place the dumplings in the water, cooking for about 5-7 minutes, or until they float to the surface with a tender texture.
- In a small saucepan, combine the remaining cherries, sugar, lemon juice, and vanilla extract. Simmer until the cherries have softened and the mixture reduces, about 10-15 minutes.
- Drain the dumplings and serve warm, topped with the cherry sauce for an indulgent finish.
Notes
- For an added kick, try adding a dash of cinnamon or nutmeg to the dough.
- If fresh cherries are out of season, frozen cherries work as a substitute.
Nutrition
Calories: 488kcalCarbohydrates: 80gProtein: 10gFat: 14gSaturated Fat: 8gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gTrans Fat: 0.5gCholesterol: 81mgSodium: 148mgPotassium: 216mgFiber: 2gSugar: 31gVitamin A: 494IUVitamin C: 4mgCalcium: 121mgIron: 3mg
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