Blackberry Fluffy Sweet Dumplings (Print Version)
Juicy blackberries and soft dumplings unite in a comforting, old-fashioned dessert best served warm.
# Ingredients:
→ Berry Base
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1 quart fresh or frozen blackberries, rinsed
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1 cup water
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1 cup granulated sugar
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1/2 teaspoon salt
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1/2 teaspoon lemon extract
→ Dumplings
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1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
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2 teaspoons baking powder
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1 tablespoon granulated sugar
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1/4 teaspoon salt
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1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
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2/3 cup whole milk
# Steps:
01 -
In a large, wide saucepan, combine blackberries, water, 1 cup granulated sugar, 1/2 teaspoon salt, and lemon extract. Bring to a gentle boil over medium heat, stirring occasionally.
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Reduce heat to low and simmer the berry mixture for 5 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.
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In a separate bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, 1 tablespoon granulated sugar, 1/4 teaspoon salt, and nutmeg. Gradually add milk and stir until a soft dough forms; do not overmix.
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Drop spoonfuls of dumpling batter (about 1 tablespoon each) into the simmering berry mixture, spacing evenly.
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Cover the saucepan tightly and simmer over low heat for 15 minutes without lifting the lid, ensuring the dumplings steam and cook through.
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Ladle hot berry mixture and dumplings into bowls. Optionally serve with vanilla ice cream or fresh whipped cream.
# Notes:
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Avoid removing the lid during simmering to achieve tender dumplings.