Burnt Sugar Dumplings Yum
Indulge in the nostalgic comfort of "Burnt Sugar Dumplings Yum," a dessert that combines pillowy-soft dumplings with a rich, caramelized burnt sugar sauce. This recipe seamlessly blends texture and flavor, featuring a tender, buttery dough nestled in a luscious amber sauce infused with hints of vanilla. The cooking technique of simmering the dumplings directly in the caramel sauce ensures they absorb every bit of its deep, toasty sweetness. Easy to prepare in just 40 minutes, this crowd-pleaser is perfect for cozy evenings or family gatherings. Serve these delightful dumplings warm, drizzled with extra sauce and a splash of heavy cream for an irresistible finish. Whether you're a caramel lover or a fan of old-fashioned desserts, this burnt sugar treat will quickly become a favorite.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tablespoon baking powder
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 2 tablespoons sugar
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 0.75 cup whole milk
- 1.5 cups granulated sugar (for burnt sugar sauce)
- 2 cups water (for burnt sugar sauce)
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter (for burnt sugar sauce)
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 0.5 cup heavy cream (optional, for serving)
Instructions
In a medium mixing bowl, whisk the flour, baking powder, salt, and sugar together to combine.
Cut in the butter using a pastry cutter or two forks until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
Gradually stir in the milk until a soft dough forms. Do not overmix. Set aside.
In a large, heavy-bottomed saucepan, melt 1.5 cups of granulated sugar over medium heat, stirring constantly, until it turns into a deep amber caramel. Be cautious not to burn it too much.
Carefully pour in the water. The caramel will seize up, but keep stirring until it dissolves back into a smooth liquid.
Stir in the butter and vanilla extract, then bring the caramel sauce to a simmer.
Using two spoons, drop tablespoon-sized scoops of the dumpling dough into the simmering sauce, leaving some space between each dumpling as they will expand.
Cover the saucepan with a lid and reduce the heat to low. Allow the dumplings to cook for 12-15 minutes, until puffed and cooked through. Do not lift the lid while the dumplings are cooking.
Carefully remove the lid and gently spoon the sauce over the dumplings to glaze them.
Serve the dumplings in bowls with generous amounts of sauce drizzled on top. Optionally, serve with a splash of heavy cream for extra richness.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
3297 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
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| Total Fat | 122.1 g | 157% | |
| Saturated Fat | 74.1 g | 370% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.2 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 342 mg | 114% | |
| Sodium | 2653 mg | 115% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 526.7 g | 192% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 6.5 g | 23% | |
| Total Sugars | 338.1 g | ||
| Protein | 33.7 g | 67% | |
| Vitamin D | 2.4 mcg | 12% | |
| Calcium | 358 mg | 28% | |
| Iron | 11.4 mg | 63% | |
| Potassium | 605 mg | 13% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
