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Sweet Maple Dumplings Recipe

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Maple Dumplings are a comforting dessert featuring soft, fluffy dumplings simmered in a rich, sweet maple syrup sauce. This simple recipe uses basic pantry ingredients like flour, milk, butter, and pure maple syrup, resulting in a warm and cozy treat perfect for chilly days or anytime you crave a nostalgic sweet dish.

Ingredients

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Dumplings

  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 cup milk
  • 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted

Maple Syrup Sauce

  • 1 cup pure maple syrup
  • 1/2 cup water
  • 2 tablespoons unsalted butter

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Dumpling Dough: In a mixing bowl, combine the flour and melted butter. Gradually add the milk and mix until a soft dough forms. Be careful not to overwork the dough to keep dumplings tender.
  2. Make Maple Syrup Sauce: In a large skillet or saucepan, combine the maple syrup, water, and butter. Heat over medium heat until the butter melts and the mixture begins to simmer gently.
  3. Simmer Dumplings: Using a spoon or your hands, form small dumplings from the dough and carefully place them into the simmering maple syrup sauce. Cover the pan with a lid and let the dumplings simmer gently for about 15 to 20 minutes, or until they are cooked through and fluffy, turning once halfway through cooking.
  4. Serve: Once cooked, serve the dumplings warm with plenty of the maple syrup sauce spooned over the top for a sweet and satisfying dessert.

Notes

  • You can use evaporated milk or any milk substitute for a richer or dairy-free version, but adjust sweetness accordingly.
  • Adding a pinch of cinnamon or nutmeg to the dough can enhance the flavor profile.
  • Ensure the simmering is gentle to prevent burning the syrup or toughening the dumplings.
  • Store leftovers in the refrigerator and reheat gently on the stovetop with a splash of water or milk.

Keywords: maple dumplings, dumplings in maple syrup, sweet dumplings, easy dessert, stovetop dessert