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Blackberry Dumplings

Heavenly Blackberry Dumplings: A Homemade Sweet Escape

Indulge in comforting blackberry dumplings, tender bites in rich sauce that promise a delightful homemade dessert experience.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Sauce
  • 2 cups blackberries fresh or frozen
  • 1 cup granulated sugar for sweetness
  • 1 cup water to create sauce consistency
  • 2 tablespoons lemon juice to brighten flavors
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon adds warmth
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract enhances flavor
For the Dumplings
  • 2 cups flour all-purpose or bread flour
  • 1 tablespoon baking powder leavening agent
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt enhances overall flavor
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter cold for flaky texture
  • 3/4 cup buttermilk moistens dough

Equipment

  • large skillet
  • Mixing bowl
  • Wooden spoon
  • Pastry Cutter
  • ladle

Method
 

Preparation Steps
  1. In a large skillet, combine blackberries, granulated sugar, water, lemon juice, ground cinnamon, and vanilla extract. Stir well and simmer for 5–7 minutes.
  2. In a mixing bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, ground cinnamon, salt, and granulated sugar. Cut in cold unsalted butter until coarse crumbs form. Mix in buttermilk and vanilla extract until just combined.
  3. Drop tablespoonfuls of dumpling dough into simmering sauce. Cover and reduce heat to low. Simmer for 12–14 minutes until cooked through.
  4. Remove from heat and let cool slightly. Serve warm with sauce, ideally paired with vanilla ice cream.

Nutrition

Serving: 1dumplingCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 36gProtein: 3gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 7gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 200mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 2gSugar: 15gVitamin A: 300IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 40mgIron: 1mg

Notes

For best results, avoid over-mixing dumpling dough and simmer without lifting the lid. Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 4 days.

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