Ingredients with Measurements:
- 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, cold and cut into small pieces
- 1/4 cup sour cream
- 1/4 cup milk
- 12 small plums, pitted
- 1/2 cup walnuts, chopped
- 1/4 cup brown sugar
- 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
- 1/4 teaspoon nutmeg
- 1 egg, beaten
- Powdered sugar for dusting
Special equipment needed:
- Rolling pin
- Pastry brush
- Baking dish
Step-by-step instructions:
1. Preheat the oven to 375°F.
2. In a large bowl, whisk together flour and salt. Cut in the butter using a pastry blender or your fingers until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
3. In a small bowl, mix together sour cream and milk. Add the mixture to the flour mixture and stir until a dough forms.
4. On a floured surface, roll out the dough to 1/4-inch thickness. Cut the dough into 12 squares.
5. In a separate bowl, mix together walnuts, brown sugar, cinnamon, and nutmeg.
6. Place a plum in the center of each dough square. Spoon the walnut mixture over the plum.
7. Fold the corners of the dough up and over the plum, pinching the edges together to seal.
8. Brush the beaten egg over the dumplings.
9. Place the dumplings in a baking dish and bake for 25-30 minutes, or until the dough is golden brown.
10. Dust the dumplings with powdered sugar before serving.
- Time:
Preparation time: 30 minutes
- Cooking time: 25-30 minutes
Temperature:
- Preheat the oven to 375°F.
Serving size:
- 12 dumplings
Nutritional information:
- Calories: 250
- Fat: 15g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Protein: 4g
Substitutions for ingredients:
- You can use any type of stone fruit instead of plums.
- Pecans or almonds can be substituted for walnuts.
Variations:
- Add a teaspoon of vanilla extract to the dough for extra flavor.
- Drizzle honey over the dumplings before serving.
Tips and tricks:
- Make sure the butter is cold when you cut it into the flour mixture.
- Don't overfill the dumplings with the walnut mixture, or they may burst open during baking.
Storage instructions:
- Store leftover dumplings in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
Reheating instructions:
- To reheat, place the dumplings in a 350°F oven for 10-15 minutes, or until heated through.
Presentation ideas:
- Serve the dumplings on a platter with a dusting of powdered sugar and a sprig of fresh mint.
Garnishes:
- Fresh mint leaves
Pairings:
- Serve with a scoop of vanilla ice cream for a delicious dessert.
Suggested side dishes:
- A simple green salad or roasted vegetables would be a great side dish.
Troubleshooting advice:
- If the dough is too dry, add a little more milk.
- If the dough is too wet, add a little more flour.
Food safety advice:
- Make sure the plums are pitted before using them in the recipe.
Food history:
- Plum dumplings are a traditional dish in many European countries, including Germany, Austria, and Hungary.
Flavor profiles:
- The sweet plums and nutty walnut mixture are complemented by the buttery, flaky dough.
Serving suggestions:
- Serve the dumplings warm with a dusting of powdered sugar and a scoop of vanilla ice cream.
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Taste: Sweet, Nutty, Fruity, Buttery, Cinnamon, Cinnamon-Spiced