Delicious Homemade Plum Dumplings Recipe

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Delicious Homemade Plum Dumplings Recipe
Prep Time:
20 mins
Cook Time:
60 mins
Total Time:
80mins
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Recipe by Administrator
Published on March 22, 2024

Plum dumplings are a classic Eastern European dessert made with plums wrapped in a tender potato dough and boiled to perfection. These sweet and savory treats are perfect for an afternoon snack or a light dessert. Try making them from scratch with this easy and delicious recipe.

Ingredients

  • 6 medium potatoes, peeled and boiled
  • 2 cups flour
  • 1 egg
  • Pinch of salt
  • 12 ripe plums, pitted
  • 1/2 cup sugar
  • 1/4 cup breadcrumbs
  • 2 tbsp butter

Directions

  1. Mash the boiled potatoes and let them cool
  2. Mix in the flour, egg, and salt to form a dough
  3. Divide the dough into 12 equal pieces
  4. Wrap each plum in a piece of dough
  5. Boil the dumplings in a pot of water for 15 minutes
  6. In a separate pan, melt the butter and sauté the breadcrumbs until golden
  7. Serve the dumplings sprinkled with sugar and buttered breadcrumbs

Interesting Facts

  • Plum dumplings are a popular dish in countries like Hungary, Slovakia, and Austria
  • They are often served as a main course rather than a dessert
  • The combination of sweet plums and savory potato dough is a unique and delicious flavor contrast