Dumpling with Poppy Seed Sugar and Vanilla Sauce
Dumplings with poppy seed sugar and vanilla sauce are a delightful dessert that brings comfort and warmth to any meal. These fluffy dumplings are filled with sweet plum jam and served with a creamy vanilla sauce, making them a perfect treat for special occasions or everyday indulgence.
Why Make This Recipe
This recipe is worth making because it combines simple ingredients to create a delicious dessert. The sweetness of the plum jam inside the soft dumplings pairs perfectly with the rich vanilla sauce. Plus, making dumplings from scratch can be a fun and rewarding experience for both novice and experienced cooks alike.
How to Make Dumpling with Poppy Seed Sugar and Vanilla Sauce
Ingredients:
- 500 g (4 cups) all-purpose flour
- 1 packet (7 g) dry yeast
- 250 ml (1 cup) lukewarm milk
- 50 g (1/4 cup) sugar
- 60 g (4 tbsp) melted butter
- 1 egg
- 1 pinch salt
- 6 tsp plum jam (Powidl)
- 3 tbsp poppy seeds
- 3 tbsp powdered sugar
For Vanilla Sauce:
- 250 ml (1 cup) milk
- 125 ml (1/2 cup) heavy cream
- 2 egg yolks
- 2 tbsp sugar
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 tsp cornstarch (optional)
Directions:
- Mix the yeast with the warm milk and a pinch of sugar. Let it sit for 10 minutes until it becomes bubbly.
- In a large bowl, combine the flour, salt, melted butter, egg, sugar, and the yeast mixture. Knead the dough until it is smooth.
- Let the dough rise for 1 hour in a warm place, then divide it into 6 equal pieces.
- Flatten each piece and fill it with 1 teaspoon of plum jam. Seal the edges well and form them into dumplings.
- Let the dumplings rise again for 20 minutes.
- Steam the dumplings for 15–18 minutes or until they are puffed and cooked through.
- Meanwhile, prepare the vanilla sauce: heat the milk and cream in a saucepan. In a bowl, whisk the egg yolks with sugar and vanilla. Slowly mix in the warm milk and cream, then cook until the sauce thickens.
- Serve the dumplings warm, drizzled with vanilla sauce, and sprinkled with poppy seeds and powdered sugar.
How to Serve Dumpling with Poppy Seed Sugar and Vanilla Sauce
Serve the dumplings warm on a plate with a generous drizzle of vanilla sauce. Sprinkle some poppy seeds and powdered sugar on top for added flavor and presentation. Enjoy them as a comforting dessert after dinner or as a special treat during gatherings.
How to Store Dumpling with Poppy Seed Sugar and Vanilla Sauce
You can store the leftover dumplings in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 days. To reheat, steam them again for a few minutes until warmed through. The vanilla sauce can also be stored in a sealed container in the fridge for 1-2 days.
Tips to Make Dumpling with Poppy Seed Sugar and Vanilla Sauce
- Make sure the milk is lukewarm when mixing with the yeast. Too hot milk can kill the yeast, and too cold will not activate it.
- Knead the dough well to ensure fluffy dumplings.
- If you like, add nuts or chocolate chips to the dumpling filling for a fun variation.
Variation
You can experiment with different fruit jams for the filling, such as apricot or raspberry, to create different flavors in your dumplings.
FAQs
1. Can I make the dumpling dough in advance?
Yes, you can prepare the dough a day ahead and keep it in the refrigerator. Just ensure to let it warm up to room temperature before shaping and steaming.
2. What if I don’t have a steamer?
You can use a pot with a lid and a heatproof dish or a colander set over simmering water to steam the dumplings.
3. Can I freeze the dumplings?
Yes, you can freeze uncooked dumplings. Once shaped, place them on a floured tray and freeze them. Once frozen, store them in a freezer bag. Steam them directly from the freezer, adding a few extra minutes to the cooking time.
