Gourmet Blackberry Dumplings in Sweet Syrup

Ingredients:

• 4 cups fresh blackberries
• 1 cup sugar
• 2 cups water
• 2 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 tablespoon baking powder
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1/4 cup unsalted butter, cold and cubed
• 3/4 cup milk
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• Whipped cream or ice cream, for serving (optional)

Directions:

1. In a large saucepan, combine the blackberries, sugar, and water. Bring to a boil over medium heat, then reduce to a simmer.
2. While the blackberry mixture is simmering, prepare the dumplings. In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt. Cut in the butter until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
3. Stir in the milk and vanilla extract until just combined. Be careful not to overmix.
4. Drop spoonfuls of the dough into the simmering blackberry mixture. Cover and simmer for 15-20 minutes, or until the dumplings are cooked through and fluffy.
5. Serve the blackberry dumplings warm, topped with whipped cream or ice cream if desired.
6. Prep Time: 15 minutes | Cooking Time: 20 minutes | Total Time: 35 minutes
7. Kcal: 280 kcal | Servings: 6 servings

FAQs:

• What are blackberry dumplings?
  • Blackberry dumplings are a dessert made with tender dumplings cooked in a sweet syrup with fresh blackberries. The dumplings are typically made from a dough similar to biscuit dough and cooked until fluffy and soaked in the fruity syrup.
• How do I make the sweet syrup for blackberry dumplings?
  • The sweet syrup for blackberry dumplings is made by combining sugar, water, and sometimes lemon juice in a saucepan. Bring the mixture to a boil, stirring until the sugar dissolves, then reduce the heat and simmer until slightly thickened.
• Can I use frozen blackberries for this recipe?
  • Yes, you can use frozen blackberries if fresh ones are not available. Thaw them slightly before using, and adjust the sweetness of the syrup accordingly since frozen berries may release more liquid.
• What kind of dough is used for the dumplings?
  • The dumpling dough is typically made from flour, baking powder, salt, butter or shortening, and milk or buttermilk. It should be soft enough to drop into the simmering syrup but firm enough to hold its shape when cooked.
• How should I serve blackberry dumplings?
  • Serve blackberry dumplings warm, spooning some of the syrup over each serving. They can be enjoyed on their own or with a dollop of whipped cream or a scoop of vanilla ice cream for a delightful dessert.