Blackberry Dumplings
This blackberry dumplings recipe is bursting with fresh blackberry flavor and fluffy dumplings simmered in a rich homemade sauce. Easy southern dessert everyone will love.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: 6 servings
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Simmering
- Cuisine: Southern American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
For the Blackberry Sauce
1 quart fresh or frozen blackberries, rinsed
1 cup water
1 cup sugar
1/2 tsp salt
1/2 tsp lemon extract
For the Dumplings
1 1/2 cups flour
2 tsp baking powder
1 tbsp sugar
1/4 tsp salt
1/4 tsp nutmeg
2/3 cup milk
Instructions
1. Prepare the Blackberry Sauce
In a large wide saucepan, combine the blackberries, water, sugar, salt, and lemon extract. Bring the mixture to a boil over medium heat. Reduce the heat and simmer for about 5 minutes until the berries soften and the flavors blend together.
2. Make the Dumpling Dough
In a medium mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, sugar, salt, and nutmeg. Gradually stir in the milk until a soft dough forms. Avoid overmixing.
3. Cook the Dumplings
Drop tablespoon-sized portions of dough into the simmering blackberry sauce, spacing them evenly apart.
Cover the saucepan tightly with a lid and simmer for 15 minutes. Do not lift the lid during cooking, as the trapped steam helps the dumplings become light and fluffy.
4. Serve
Serve the blackberry dumplings hot with a scoop of vanilla ice cream or a spoonful of fresh whipped cream.
Notes
Serving Suggestions
Serve warm directly from the saucepan for the best flavor and texture.
Pair with vanilla ice cream for a classic dessert combination.
Top with freshly whipped cream for extra richness.
Garnish with fresh mint leaves for a beautiful presentation.
Serve in individual bowls for easy portioning.
Recipe Tips
Frozen blackberries work just as well as fresh berries.
Keep the lid closed while the dumplings cook to ensure they steam properly.
Add a splash of lemon juice for extra brightness if desired.
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