Fluffy Little Clouds Old Fashioned Dumplings for Stew
Transform your hearty stew into a comforting masterpiece with these "Fluffy Little Clouds Old Fashioned Dumplings for Stew." In just 25 minutes, this easy, no-fuss recipe creates soft, pillowy dumplings that steam to perfection right on top of your simmering stew. Made with simple pantry staples like all-purpose flour, baking powder, and butter, these dumplings deliver a delightful texture that’s both tender and light as air. A touch of optional fresh parsley adds a pop of herbaceous flavor, making each bite extra special. Perfect for chilly nights or when you’re craving a dose of nostalgia, these dumplings are the ideal finishing touch for any homemade stew. Serve them warm and watch your family dive into pure comfort-food bliss.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1.5 cups all-purpose flour
- 2 teaspoons baking powder
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 3 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 0.75 cup whole milk
- 1 tablespoon fresh parsley (optional, chopped)
Instructions
In a medium mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt until well combined.
Cut the butter into small cubes and add it to the flour mixture. Use your fingers or a pastry cutter to rub the butter into the flour until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
Gradually stir in the milk using a fork until a soft, slightly sticky dough forms. Be careful not to overmix.
If desired, gently fold in the chopped parsley for an herby note.
With your stew simmering gently, use a tablespoon or small cookie scoop to drop spoonfuls of the dough onto the surface of the hot stew. Space them slightly apart as they will expand while cooking.
Cover the pot with a tight-fitting lid and cook over low heat for 12-15 minutes. Do not lift the lid during this time, as the steam is essential for cooking the dumplings.
After 15 minutes, check the dumplings by inserting a toothpick or skewer into one. If it comes out clean, they are fully cooked.
Serve your stew with the fluffy dumplings on top and enjoy the warming, nostalgic flavors.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1083 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 43.6 g | 56% | |
| Saturated Fat | 24.7 g | 123% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.2 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 115 mg | 38% | |
| Sodium | 2157 mg | 94% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 150.2 g | 55% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 4.9 g | 18% | |
| Total Sugars | 9.2 g | ||
| Protein | 24.9 g | 50% | |
| Vitamin D | 2.0 mcg | 10% | |
| Calcium | 261 mg | 20% | |
| Iron | 8.4 mg | 47% | |
| Potassium | 483 mg | 10% | |
*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.
