Description
Warm, fruity, and perfectly sweet, these old-fashioned blackberry dumplings are a cozy treat for winter gatherings. Paired with vanilla ice cream or whipped cream, they make a delightful holiday dessert that’s as comforting as it is delicious.
Ingredients
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- For Blackberry Mixture:
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- 1 quart fresh or frozen blackberries, rinsed
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- 1 cup water
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- 1 cup sugar
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- 1/2 teaspoon salt
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- 1/2 teaspoon lemon extract
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- For Dumplings:
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- 1 1/2 cups flour
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- 2 teaspoons baking powder
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- 1 tablespoon sugar
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- 1/4 teaspoon salt
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- 1/4 teaspoon nutmeg
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- 2/3 cup milk
Instructions
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- In a large, wide saucepan, combine blackberries, water, 1 cup of sugar, 1/4 teaspoon salt, and lemon extract. Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat and let it simmer for 5 minutes.
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- For the dumplings, mix together flour, 1 tablespoon of sugar, baking powder, 1/4 teaspoon salt, nutmeg, and milk until just combined.
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- Drop spoonfuls of the dumpling batter into the simmering blackberry mixture. Cover tightly and allow to simmer for 15 minutes without lifting the lid.
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- Serve the dumplings warm, topped with vanilla ice cream or a dollop of fresh whipped cream.
Notes
For an extra festive touch, sprinkle a hint of cinnamon on top just before serving!