Sweet Dessert Dumplings

Tammy Smith

These sweet dumplings have a thin dough wrapper that crisps up during cooking, enclosing a soft, sweetened filling. The filling can be varied — options include fruit preserves, sweetened cream cheese, or chocolate. Shaping and cooking a full batch takes roughly 45 minutes to an hour.

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Prep Time 30

Cook Time 25

Total Time 55

Course Dessert

Cuisine East / Southeast Asian

Servings servings

Calories 609 kcal

Equipment

Rolling pin
Non-stick frying pan
Mixing Bowls
Whisk
Dumpling maker or mold (optional)

Ingredients

For the Dumpling Dough:

2 cups all-purpose flour preferably unbleached
¾ cup warm water approximately 100°F (38°C)
1 tbsp granulated sugar
½ tsp salt

For the Filling:

1 cup mascarpone cheese softened
¼ cup honey preferably wildflower
½ tsp ground cinnamon
½ tsp vanilla extract pure

For Frying:

2 tbsp unsalted butter

Instructions

Prepare the Dough: In a mixing bowl, blend the flour, sugar, and salt. Gradually add the warm water, mixing until a smooth dough forms. Knead the dough for about 5 minutes until it's soft and elastic. Cover with a damp cloth and let it rest for 15 minutes.
Make the Filling: In another bowl, combine mascarpone cheese, honey, cinnamon, and vanilla extract until smooth. Taste for sweetness and adjust, if necessary.
Shape the Dumplings: Roll out the dough on a lightly floured surface to about 1/8 inch thick. Cut into circles using a cookie cutter or cup. Place a teaspoon of filling in the center of each circle. Fold the edges and seal, using a dumpling maker or pinching the edges manually.
Cook the Dumplings: Heat a non-stick frying pan over medium heat. Add butter, and once it melts, place the dumplings in the pan. Fry until the bottoms are golden brown, about 3-4 minutes. Flip and cook the other side for an additional 3-4 minutes.

Notes

For a more vibrant filling, add some finely chopped fresh fruits like berries or fruits in season.
For a different twist, consider serving with a scoop of vanilla ice cream or a dusting of powdered sugar.

Nutrition

Calories: 609kcalCarbohydrates: 70gProtein: 11gFat: 32gSaturated Fat: 19gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gTrans Fat: 0.2gCholesterol: 71mgSodium: 327mgPotassium: 82mgFiber: 2gSugar: 21gVitamin A: 964IUVitamin C: 0.1mgCalcium: 95mgIron: 3mg

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