Description
Delight in these tender Plum Dumplings filled with creamy ricotta cheese, gently enveloped in a soft flour dough and bursting with ripe plum sweetness. Finished with a buttery breadcrumb coating dusted with cinnamon and sugar, this comforting dessert is perfect for a cozy gathering or a special treat.
Ingredients
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Dough and Filling
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup ricotta cheese
- 1 large egg
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/4 cup sugar
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 2 tablespoons butter, melted
- 2 tablespoons milk
Fruit
- 8 ripe plums, pitted
Topping
- 1/2 cup breadcrumbs
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 1/4 cup sugar
- Ground cinnamon (to taste)
Instructions
- Prepare the Dough: In a large mixing bowl, combine the all-purpose flour, sugar, and salt. Add the ricotta cheese, egg, vanilla extract, melted butter, and milk. Mix well until a soft, pliable dough forms. Knead gently on a floured surface if needed to bring the dough together smoothly.
- Prepare the Plums: Pit the ripe plums carefully and set aside. Each plum will be wrapped whole within the dumpling dough.
- Assemble the Dumplings: Divide the dough into 8 equal pieces. Flatten each piece into a round disc and place one plum in the center. Wrap the dough around the plum completely, sealing any seams to prevent leakage during cooking.
- Cook the Dumplings: Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Gently drop the dumplings into the boiling water. Cook for about 8-10 minutes or until the dumplings float to the surface and the dough is cooked through. Remove with a slotted spoon and drain.
- Prepare Breadcrumb Topping: In a skillet over medium heat, melt 2 tablespoons of butter. Add the breadcrumbs and toast until golden brown and fragrant, stirring constantly. Remove from heat and stir in the sugar and ground cinnamon to taste.
- Coat the Dumplings: Roll each cooked dumpling in the buttery breadcrumb mixture to coat all sides thoroughly. This adds a crunchy, sweet-spiced finish to the tender dumplings.
- Serve: Arrange the plum dumplings on a serving plate and enjoy warm for the best flavor and texture.
Notes
- Ensure plums are ripe but firm to hold shape inside the dumplings.
- Use fresh ricotta cheese for the smoothest dough consistency.
- The breadcrumb topping can be adjusted for sweetness and spice to preference.
- Dumplings can be served with a dollop of cream or vanilla ice cream for extra indulgence.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container; reheat gently before serving.
