Croatian Plum Dumplings Knedli Od Sljiva
Transport your taste buds to the heart of Eastern Europe with these delightful Croatian Plum Dumplings, known as Knedli od Šljiva. This cherished recipe combines soft, pillowy potato dough with juicy, sugar-filled plums wrapped in a golden layer of buttery, toasted breadcrumbs. Each dumpling is delicately spiced with ground cinnamon, creating the perfect balance of sweetness and warmth. With just a handful of ingredients like flour, butter, and ripe plums, these traditional dumplings are easy to prepare yet full of nostalgic flavors. Perfect served warm as a comforting dessert or indulgent snack, they’re a must-try for fans of authentic Croatian cuisine.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 500 grams Potatoes
- 200 grams All-purpose flour
- 50 grams Unsalted butter
- 1 large Egg
- 12 pieces Plums (small, ripe)
- 12 teaspoons Granulated sugar
- 100 grams Breadcrumbs
- 1 teaspoon Ground cinnamon
- 1 teaspoon Salt
Instructions
Peel the potatoes, cut them into chunks, and boil them in salted water until tender (about 15-20 minutes).
Drain the boiled potatoes and mash them thoroughly. Let them cool to room temperature.
On a clean surface, combine the mashed potatoes, flour, butter, egg, and a pinch of salt into a soft dough. Knead gently until smooth. If the dough is sticky, add a little more flour as needed.
Wash the plums and remove the pits by making a small slit in each plum (do not fully cut them in half). Insert 1 teaspoon of sugar into each plum and close the slit gently.
Divide the dough into 12 equal pieces. Flatten each piece into a disk, place a sugar-filled plum in the center, and wrap the dough around the plum, sealing it completely. Roll gently in your hands to form a smooth dumpling.
Bring a large pot of salted water to a gentle boil. Carefully drop the dumplings into the boiling water in batches. Stir gently to prevent sticking.
Cook the dumplings for about 10-12 minutes. They will float to the surface when done. Use a slotted spoon to remove them and set them aside.
In a skillet, melt the butter over medium heat. Add the breadcrumbs and toast them until golden brown, stirring often.
Gently roll each dumpling in the toasted breadcrumbs to coat evenly.
Sprinkle the coated dumplings with ground cinnamon and serve warm. Optionally, dust with powdered sugar for extra sweetness.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2607 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 61.0 g | 78% | |
| Saturated Fat | 28.6 g | 143% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 330 mg | 110% | |
| Sodium | 4137 mg | 180% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 480.0 g | 175% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 32.2 g | 115% | |
| Total Sugars | 143.2 g | ||
| Protein | 60.5 g | 121% | |
| Vitamin D | 1.3 mcg | 7% | |
| Calcium | 287 mg | 22% | |
| Iron | 21.6 mg | 120% | |
| Potassium | 4230 mg | 90% | |
*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.
