Caramel Dumplings

Nutriscore Rating: 55/100

Indulge in the ultimate comfort dessert with these luscious Caramel Dumplings—a classic treat that's as simple to make as it is irresistible. Soft, pillowy dumplings are simmered to perfection in a rich, buttery caramel sauce, creating a melt-in-your-mouth experience with every bite. With just a handful of pantry staples like all-purpose flour, brown sugar, and vanilla, this recipe comes together in under 40 minutes, making it an ideal option for weeknight indulgence or a cozy gathering. The combination of the warm caramel sauce and fluffy dumplings is heavenly on its own, but a scoop of vanilla ice cream or a dollop of whipped cream takes it to the next level. Perfect for satisfying sweet cravings, this timeless recipe transforms simple ingredients into pure dessert magic.

Recipe Information

• Prep Time: 15 min
• Cook Time: 20 min
• Total Time: 35 min
• Servings: 6 servings
• Difficulty: Medium

🥘 Ingredients

10 items

• 1.5 cups All-purpose flour
• 2 teaspoons Baking powder
• 2 tablespoons Granulated sugar
• 1 large Egg
• 0.5 cups Milk
• 4 tablespoons Unsalted butter
• 1 cup Brown sugar
• 2 cups Water
• 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
• 0.25 teaspoons Salt

📝 Instructions

10 steps

1. In a large mixing bowl, sift together the flour, baking powder, granulated sugar, and salt.

2. In a separate small bowl, whisk together the egg and milk until well combined.

3. Gradually mix the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients, stirring just until a soft dough forms. Do not overmix.

4. In a medium saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat. Add the brown sugar and water, stirring until the sugar is dissolved and the mixture comes to a gentle boil.

5. Reduce the heat to low and stir in the vanilla extract.

6. Using a tablespoon or small cookie scoop, drop spoonfuls of the dough into the simmering caramel sauce, ensuring there is space between the dumplings.

7. Cover the saucepan with a lid and let the dumplings cook for 15-20 minutes. Avoid lifting the lid during this time to allow the dumplings to steam properly.

8. Check if the dumplings are cooked through by inserting a toothpick into one—it should come out clean.

9. Carefully transfer the dumplings to serving bowls and spoon the caramel sauce over the top.

10. Serve warm, optionally with a scoop of vanilla ice cream or a dollop of whipped cream.

Nutrition Facts

1 serving (194.3g)

Calories		374
% Daily Value*
Total Fat		9.5 g	12%
	Saturated Fat	5.6 g	28%
	Polyunsaturated Fat	0.0 g
Cholesterol		54 mg	18%
Sodium		294 mg	13%
Total Carbohydrate		68.8 g	25%
	Dietary Fiber	0.8 g	3%
	Total Sugars	44.9 g
Protein		5.1 g	10%
Vitamin D		0.6 mcg	3%
Calcium		81 mg	6%
Iron		2.3 mg	13%
Potassium		176 mg	4%

*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.

Source of Calories

Fat: 510 cal (22.4%%)

Protein: 120 cal (5.3%%)

Carbs: 1649 cal (72.3%%)