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Blackberry Dumplings

As the seasons change and blackberries come into their prime, there’s no better way to celebrate than with a warm, comforting dessert. These Blackberry Dumplings are the perfect blend of juicy, sweet blackberries and soft, fluffy dumplings that will remind you of homemade goodness from your childhood. Whether enjoyed as a delightful end to a family dinner or as a cozy treat on a chilly evening, this dessert is sure to please everyone at the table.

Ingredients

  • For the Blackberry Mixture:
  • 1 quart fresh or frozen blackberries, rinsed
  • 1 cup water
  • 1 cup sugar
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon lemon extract
  • For the Dumplings:
  • 1 1/2 cups flour
  • 2 teaspoons baking powder
  • 1 tablespoon sugar
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon nutmeg
  • 2/3 cup milk

Instructions

  1. In a large, wide saucepan, mix the blackberries, water, 1 cup sugar, 1/4 teaspoon salt, and lemon extract. Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat and simmer for 5 minutes.

  2. For the dumplings, combine the flour, 1 tablespoon sugar, baking powder, 1/4 teaspoon salt, nutmeg, and milk in a mixing bowl. Stir until mixed but do not overmix.

  3. Drop the dumpling batter by tablespoonfuls into the simmering berry mixture. Cover the saucepan tightly and simmer for 15 minutes without lifting the lid.

  4. Serve hot, topped with vanilla ice cream or fresh whipped cream.

Notes

Prep Time:

  • 15 minutes

Cooking Time:

  • 20 minutes

Total Time:

  • 35 minutes

Servings:

  • Approximately 4 servings

  • Author: niold.com