Light As a Feather Dumplings for Soup or Stews
Transform your soups and stews into cozy, comforting masterpieces with our "Light As a Feather Dumplings" recipe! These ultra-fluffy dumplings, made from a simple mix of pantry staples like all-purpose flour, baking powder, and milk, steam to perfection on the surface of your simmering dish. The secret to their irresistibly light texture? A careful balance of tender butter crumbs and minimal stirring, ensuring they stay soft and airy. For a burst of freshness, optional parsley adds a pop of flavor and color. Ready in under 30 minutes, these quick and easy dumplings are the perfect addition to any hearty meal, soaking up savory broths while offering a satisfying, melt-in-your-mouth bite. Whether paired with a rich stew or a soothing soup, this recipe is a must-try for anyone craving homemade comfort food at its finest.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1.5 cups all-purpose flour
- 2 teaspoons baking powder
- 0.5 teaspoons salt
- 3 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 0.75 cups whole milk
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley (optional, finely chopped)
Instructions
In a medium mixing bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking powder, and salt until evenly combined.
Using a pastry cutter or your fingertips, work the unsalted butter into the dry ingredients until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
Slowly pour in the whole milk, stirring gently with a fork until the dough just comes together. Be careful not to overmix, as this can result in tough dumplings.
If using, fold in the finely chopped fresh parsley for added flavor and color.
Bring your soup or stew to a gentle simmer. Using a tablespoon or small cookie scoop, carefully drop spoonfuls of the dumpling dough onto the surface of the simmering liquid.
Cover the pot with a tight-fitting lid and allow the dumplings to steam for 12-15 minutes. Do not uncover the pot during this time, as the steam is essential for creating fluffy dumplings.
After 15 minutes, check that the dumplings are cooked through by inserting a toothpick or fork into the center of one; it should come out clean and dry.
Serve immediately, spooning the dumplings along with the broth or stew into bowls. Enjoy the light, airy texture and comforting flavors of these homemade dumplings!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
777 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 7.6 g | 10% | |
| Saturated Fat | 3.7 g | 18% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.2 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 22 mg | 7% | |
| Sodium | 2151 mg | 94% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 150.2 g | 55% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 5.0 g | 18% | |
| Total Sugars | 9.2 g | ||
| Protein | 24.7 g | 49% | |
| Vitamin D | 2.0 mcg | 10% | |
| Calcium | 254 mg | 20% | |
| Iron | 8.4 mg | 47% | |
| Potassium | 480 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.
