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Plum Dumplings

Perfectly Pillowy Plum Dumplings to Indulge Your Sweet Tooth

Indulge in sweet and fluffy Plum Dumplings, a nostalgic dessert that promises to delight your taste buds.
Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Resting Time 10 minutes
Total Time 55 minutes
Servings: 12 dumplings
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: Vegetarian
Calories: 180

Ingredients
  

For the Dough
  • 2 pounds starchy potatoes such as Russets
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour can be substituted with gluten-free flour
  • 1/4 cup wheat semolina more flour can be used if semolina is not available
  • 1 teaspoon fine salt essential for seasoning
  • 1 tablespoon butter melted butter for coating
For the Filling
  • 12 pieces small plums small damson or Italian prune plums; add sugar if extra sweetness is desired
For the Coating
  • 1 cup breadcrumbs for coating the dumplings
  • 4 tablespoons ground hazelnuts can be replaced with other nuts like almonds
  • 2 tablespoons granulated sugar balances flavors
  • pinch cinnamon optional spice

Equipment

  • Large Pot
  • Skillet
  • Ricer or grater
  • Mixing bowl
  • Slotted spoon

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Boil about 2 pounds of starchy potatoes in salted water for 20-25 minutes until fork-tender. Peel and mash until smooth.
  2. In a bowl, combine mashed potatoes with 1 teaspoon of fine salt, 1 tablespoon of melted butter, 1 cup of all-purpose flour, and 1/4 cup of wheat semolina. Mix until a soft dough forms.
  3. Wash 12 small plums, slice them in half, and remove pits. Sprinkle sugar inside if desired.
  4. Divide the dough into 12 equal portions and wrap each around a plum half. Seal tightly.
  5. In a large pot, bring salted water to a boil. Drop in dumplings and simmer for 12-15 minutes until they float.
  6. Melt 4 tablespoons of butter in a skillet. Add breadcrumbs, 1/4 cup of ground hazelnuts, 2 tablespoons of sugar, and a pinch of cinnamon. Toast until golden brown.
  7. Coat the cooked dumplings in the breadcrumb mixture and dust with powdered sugar before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1dumplingCalories: 180kcalCarbohydrates: 36gProtein: 3gFat: 4gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 1gCholesterol: 10mgSodium: 210mgPotassium: 300mgFiber: 2gSugar: 5gVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 2mgIron: 4mg

Notes

Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days. Uncooked dumplings can be frozen for up to 3 months. For reheating, steam or microwave gently.

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