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Blackberry Dumplings

Tender sweet dumplings simmered in a rich, warm blackberry sauce. A classic Southern dessert perfect for berry season.

35 minEasyServes 6260 cal/serving

SouthernDessertStovetopVegetarianHigh FiberHalal-friendlyNut-FreeEgg-FreeLow-SodiumPork-FreeAlcohol-FreeNightshade-Free

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Ingredients

  • 4 cups fresh blackberries
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 cup water
  • 2 tsp fresh lemon juice
  • 1.5 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1.5 tsp baking powder
  • 1/4 tsp fine salt
  • 2 tbsp unsalted butter, chilled, diced
  • 1/2 cup whole milk

Instructions

  1. 1

    Combine 4 cups fresh blackberries, 1 cup granulated sugar, 1 cup water, and 2 tsp fresh lemon juice in a saucepan over medium heat.

  2. 2

    Bring the berry mixture to a gentle boil, stirring until the sugar dissolves.

  3. 3

    Whisk together 1.5 cups all-purpose flour, 1.5 tsp baking powder, and 1/4 tsp fine salt in a mixing bowl.

  4. 4

    Cut in 2 tbsp chilled, diced unsalted butter using a fork until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.

  5. 5

    Stir in 1/2 cup whole milk just until a thick dough forms.

  6. 6

    Drop spoonfuls of dough into the simmering berry mixture.

  7. 7

    Cover with a lid and simmer for 15 minutes without lifting the lid until dumplings are cooked through.

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Questions

How much time should I plan for Blackberry Dumplings?

As written, 35 minutes: 15 of prep and 20 of cooking. The longest single stretch is step 7 (15 minutes): "Cover with a lid and simmer for 15 minutes without lifting the lid until dumplings are cooked through."

How do I know when Blackberry Dumplings is done?

Go by the cues in the method rather than the clock. Step 5: cook until a thick dough forms. Step 7: cook until dumplings are cooked through.

Is there a substitute for baking powder in Blackberry Dumplings?

The entry for Blackberry Dumplings calls for 1.5 tsp baking powder. In its place: For each teaspoon, use a quarter teaspoon of baking soda plus half a teaspoon of cream of tartar.

Can I make Blackberry Dumplings gluten-free?

Yes. The gluten in Blackberry Dumplings is 1.5 cups all-purpose flour. Swap the flour for a 1-to-1 gluten-free baking blend (where it only thickens a sauce, half as much cornstarch also works). Everything else proceeds as written.

How many calories are in Blackberry Dumplings?

One serving (the recipe makes 6) is about 260 calories, with 4 g protein, 52 g carbohydrate and 5 g fat, plus 5 g fiber and 210 mg sodium. The figures are estimates computed from the ingredient list.

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