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Potato Fresh Plum Dumplings

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Potato fresh plum dumplings are a comforting dessert made with soft potato dough wrapped around juicy plums and coated in buttery toasted breadcrumbs. They offer a perfect balance of tender, fruity, and lightly crisp textures.

Ingredients

  • potatoes
  • all-purpose flour
  • egg
  • salt
  • fresh plums
  • sugar
  • butter
  • breadcrumbs
  • cinnamon

Instructions

  1. Boil potatoes in their skins until tender, then peel and mash while still warm.
  2. Let mashed potatoes cool slightly, then mix in egg, flour, and a pinch of salt to form a soft dough.
  3. Divide dough into equal portions and flatten each into a small round.
  4. Place a pitted plum in the center of each round and optionally fill with a little sugar.
  5. Wrap dough around the plum, sealing completely to form a smooth ball.
  6. Bring a large pot of salted water to a gentle boil and cook dumplings in batches.
  7. Once dumplings float, cook for an additional 3–5 minutes, then remove with a slotted spoon.
  8. In a pan, melt butter and toast breadcrumbs until golden brown.
  9. Roll cooked dumplings in toasted breadcrumbs until fully coated.
  10. Sprinkle with sugar and cinnamon before serving.

Notes

  • Substitute plums with apricots, peaches, or strawberries for variation.
  • Add a sugar cube or extra cinnamon inside each dumpling for added sweetness.
  • Use whole wheat flour for a nuttier flavor.
  • Top with powdered sugar or drizzle with cream for extra richness.
  • Store leftovers in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
  • Reheat gently in a pan with butter or in the microwave.
  • Freeze uncooked dumplings and boil directly from frozen, adding extra cooking time.

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