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Blackberry Dumplings

Irresistible Blackberry Dumplings in Sweet Southern Bliss

Delight in Blackberry Dumplings, a sweet southern dessert that combines nostalgia with irresistible comfort food.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Cooling Time 5 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings: 6 dumplings
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: Southern
Calories: 230
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Blackberry Sauce
  • 2 cups Blackberries Fresh or frozen
  • 1 cup Granulated Sugar Adjust sweetness to taste
  • 1 cup Water To cover the blackberries
  • 2 tablespoons Lemon Juice Fresh is best
  • 1 teaspoon Ground Cinnamon Can be swapped with nutmeg
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract Optional
For the Dumplings
  • 2 cups All-Purpose Flour Consider sifting for a lighter texture
  • 2 teaspoons Baking Powder Leavening agent
  • 1 teaspoon Salt A pinch is enough
  • 6 tablespoons Unsalted Butter Use cold for tenderness
  • 1 cup Buttermilk Adds moisture and tang
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract Adds warmth

Equipment

  • Large Skillet
  • Mixing Bowl
  • whisk
  • Spoon

Method
 

Prepare Blackberry Sauce
  1. In a large skillet, combine blackberries, granulated sugar, water, lemon juice, ground cinnamon, and vanilla extract. Stir well and set over medium heat. Bring to a simmer for 5-7 minutes.
Make Dumpling Dough
  1. In a mixing bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, salt, and sugar. Cut in cold butter until resembling coarse crumbs. Gradually stir in buttermilk and vanilla extract until just combined.
Cook Dumplings
  1. Scoop tablespoonfuls of the dumpling dough over the simmering blackberry mixture. Cover and reduce heat to low. Cook for 12-14 minutes without lifting the lid.
Serve Your Blackberry Dumplings
  1. Remove from heat and cool slightly for 5 minutes. Spoon warm dumplings into bowls with sauce drizzled over. Serve with vanilla ice cream or whipped cream.

Nutrition

Serving: 1dumplingCalories: 230kcalCarbohydrates: 36gProtein: 3gFat: 9gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 20mgSodium: 200mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 2gSugar: 12gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 1mg

Notes

These dumplings are best enjoyed fresh but can be stored in an airtight container for a few days. Adjust sweetness based on blackberry tartness.

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