Blackberry Dumplings are a comforting, old-fashioned dessert made with sweet blackberries simmered in a syrupy sauce and topped with soft, tender dumplings. This classic Southern treat is perfect for any time of year and is best served warm with a scoop of vanilla ice cream.
📋 Ingredients:
For the Blackberry Syrup:
- 4 cups fresh or frozen blackberries 🫐
- 1 cup granulated sugar 🍬
- 1 1/2 cups water 💧
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice 🍋
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract 🌿
- 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon (optional) 🌿
- Pinch of salt 🧂
For the Dumplings:
- 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour 🌾
- 2 tablespoons granulated sugar 🍬
- 1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder 🌿
- 1/4 teaspoon salt 🧂
- 3 tablespoons unsalted butter, cold and cubed 🧈
- 3/4 cup milk 🥛
📝 Instructions:
1. Prepare the Blackberry Syrup:
- Cook the blackberries:
- In a large saucepan, combine the blackberries, sugar, water, lemon juice, vanilla extract, cinnamon (optional), and salt. Bring the mixture to a simmer over medium heat, stirring occasionally.
- Simmer the syrup:
- Let the blackberries simmer for 10-12 minutes, until the berries have softened and the liquid has thickened slightly. Reduce the heat to low while you prepare the dumplings.
2. Make the Dumplings:
- Mix the dry ingredients:
- In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt.
- Cut in the butter:
- Using a pastry cutter or your fingers, cut the cold butter into the flour mixture until it resembles coarse crumbs.
- Add the milk:
- Gradually stir in the milk until a soft dough forms. Be careful not to overmix.
3. Cook the Dumplings:
- Drop the dough:
- Using a tablespoon, drop spoonfuls of the dumpling dough onto the simmering blackberry syrup.
- Cover and cook:
- Cover the saucepan with a lid and cook the dumplings for 10-12 minutes, or until they are puffed up and cooked through. Avoid lifting the lid while cooking, as the steam helps the dumplings cook properly.
4. Serve:
- Spoon and serve:
- Carefully spoon the blackberry syrup and dumplings into bowls.
- Enjoy:
- Serve warm with a scoop of vanilla ice cream or whipped cream for an extra indulgent treat!
⏱️ Preparation Time: 15 minutes
⏱️ Cooking Time: 25 minutes
⏱️ Total Time: 40 minutes
🍽️ Servings: 6 servings
🔥 Calories: Approximately 300-350 kcal per serving
These Blackberry Dumplings are a sweet, tangy, and comforting dessert that’s perfect for sharing with family and friends. The tender dumplings soaked in the delicious blackberry syrup make for a truly satisfying dish! 🫐🥄🍦