Ingredients with Measurements:
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 tablespoon active dry yeast
- 1/2 cup warm milk
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 2 large eggs
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 cup chocolate chips
- 1/4 cup water
- Powdered sugar for dusting
Special equipment needed:
- Large mixing bowl
- Wooden spoon or electric mixer
- Plastic wrap
- Large saucepan with lid
- Parchment paper
Step-by-step instructions:
1. In a large mixing bowl, combine the flour, sugar, salt, and yeast.
2. In a separate bowl, whisk together the warm milk, melted butter, eggs, and vanilla extract.
3. Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and mix until a dough forms.
4. Knead the dough on a floured surface for 5-10 minutes until smooth and elastic.
5. Roll the dough into 12 equal-sized balls.
6. Press a few chocolate chips into the center of each ball and seal the dough around the chocolate.
7. Place the dough balls on a parchment-lined baking sheet and cover with plastic wrap.
8. Let the dough balls rise for 30 minutes.
9. In a large saucepan, bring the water to a boil.
10. Place the dough balls into the saucepan and cover with a lid.
11. Reduce the heat to low and steam the dampfnudel for 15-20 minutes until cooked through.
12. Remove the dampfnudel from the saucepan and let cool for a few minutes.
13. Dust with powdered sugar and serve warm.
Time:
Preparation time: 1 hour
Cooking time: 20 minutes
5. Temperature:
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Serving size:
12 dampfnudel
Nutritional information:
Calories: 220
Fat: 8g
Carbohydrates: 32g
Protein: 5g
Sodium: 140mg
Sugar: 9g
Substitutions for ingredients:
- Whole wheat flour can be substituted for all-purpose flour.
- Brown sugar can be substituted for granulated sugar.
- Dark chocolate chips can be substituted for milk chocolate chips.
Variations:
- Add chopped nuts to the chocolate filling.
- Use a different type of chocolate, such as white chocolate or caramel-filled chocolate.
- Serve with a fruit compote or whipped cream.
Tips and tricks:
- Make sure the chocolate chips are evenly distributed in the dough balls.
- Don't overfill the dough balls with chocolate or they may burst open during cooking.
- Use a large enough saucepan to fit all the dough balls without crowding them.
Storage instructions:
Store leftover dampfnudel in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
Reheating instructions:
Reheat dampfnudel in the microwave for 20-30 seconds or in a 350°F oven for 5-10 minutes.
Presentation ideas:
Serve dampfnudel on a platter dusted with powdered sugar and garnished with fresh berries.
Garnishes:
Fresh berries, whipped cream, or a drizzle of chocolate sauce.
Pairings:
Coffee or hot cocoa.
Suggested side dishes:
Fresh fruit salad or a green salad.
Troubleshooting advice:
- If the dough is too dry, add a little more milk.
- If the dough is too sticky, add a little more flour.
- If the dampfnudel are not rising, make sure the yeast is fresh and the dough is in a warm, draft-free place.
Food safety advice:
Make sure the dampfnudel are cooked through before serving.
Food history:
Dampfnudel is a traditional German yeast dumpling that is typically served as a sweet dessert.
Flavor profiles:
Sweet, chocolatey, and slightly yeasty.
Serving suggestions:
Serve dampfnudel warm with a dusting of powdered sugar and a side of whipped cream or fruit compote.
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Region: German
Taste: Sweet, Rich, Moist, Chocolatey