Dumplings with apricots
Apricot Dumplings: A Summer Delight for the Whole Family
Preparation time: 20 minutes
Cooking time: 15 minutes
Total time: 35 minutes
Number of servings: 4
Apricot dumplings are a quick and delicious dessert, perfect for warm summer days when fresh apricots are in season. These fluffy delights not only please the taste buds but are also easy to prepare, making them ideal for cooking with little ones. In this recipe, I will reveal step by step how to make the finest apricot dumplings that will surely become your family's favorites.
Ingredients:
- 500 g fresh apricots
- 250 g cottage cheese (you can also use ricotta for a creamier texture)
- 1 egg
- 150 g flour
- 50 g sugar
- 1 packet of baking powder (10 g)
- A pinch of salt
- 1 teaspoon of vanilla essence (optional)
- Powdered sugar for decoration
- Sour cream or yogurt for serving (optional)
Preparation method:
1. Preparing the apricots: Wash the apricots well under cold water, then cut them in half and remove the pits. If you wish, you can also use dried or frozen apricots, but the taste will be different.
2. Preparing the dough: In a large bowl, combine the cottage cheese with the egg, sugar, vanilla essence (if you chose to use it), and a pinch of salt. Mix well until you obtain a smooth mixture. Then, add the flour and baking powder, mixing gently with a spatula until fully incorporated. The dough should be soft but not sticky.
3. Forming the dumplings: On a lightly floured surface, take a portion of the dough and flatten it with your hands. Place half an apricot in the center and wrap the dough around it, forming a ball. Make sure the apricot is well covered by the dough so it doesn't come apart during boiling.
4. Boiling the dumplings: In a large pot, bring water with a pinch of salt to a boil. When the water is boiling, carefully add the dumplings, being careful not to overcrowd the pot. Boil them for 5-7 minutes, until they rise to the surface. This is a sign that they are ready!
5. Serving: Remove the dumplings with a slotted spoon and place them on a plate. You can sprinkle powdered sugar on top for an attractive appearance and added sweetness. Serve them warm, alongside sour cream or yogurt, for a creamy and refreshing contrast.
Useful tips:
- If you want to add an even more intense flavor, you can sprinkle a bit of cinnamon or lemon zest into the cheese mixture.
- For a dairy-free version, you can replace the cheese with a mixture of banana puree or soft tofu.
- These dumplings can be frozen before boiling. Simply form them, place them on a tray in the freezer, then transfer them to an airtight container. When you want to prepare them, boil them directly from the freezer, adding a few minutes to the cooking time.
Apricot dumplings are not just a simple dessert, but also a wonderful way to bring summer to your plate. Enjoy!
1. Wash the potatoes and boil them in their skins for 30 minutes, then peel and mash them until they turn into puree. 2. Add the beaten egg with 2 tablespoons of sugar and flour to the cold puree to obtain a suitable dough consistency. 3. Wash the apricots, carefully remove the pits, fill them with sugar, and then reshape the fruits. 4. After kneading, shape the dough into a roll (5 cm thick) and cut it into pieces, which you then flatten and use to wrap the apricots. 5. In a pot of boiling water, add the dumplings and cook until they rise to the surface. 6. While the dumplings are cooking, lightly fry the breadcrumbs with the remaining oil and sugar. 7. Remove the hot dumplings and roll them in the breadcrumbs. 8. When ready, dust them with vanilla sugar. The dumplings can be served with apricot syrup or sour cream.
Ingredients: 500 g potatoes, 1 egg, 100 grams sugar, 100 grams white breadcrumbs, 50 ml oil, 10 apricots, vanilla sugar, 2 tablespoons flour, salt
