Czech yeasted fruit dumplings with blueberries
User Reviews
5
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Prep Time
20 mins
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Cook Time
8 mins
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Additional Time
45 mins
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Total Time
1 hr 13 mins
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Servings
6 portions
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Calories
361 kcal
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Course
Main Course
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Cuisine
Czech
Czech yeasted fruit dumplings with blueberries
Description
The dough is made by activating active dry yeast in lukewarm milk with sugar, then mixed with all-purpose flour, an egg, and salt to form a soft, elastic dough. After a warm rise, it is rolled out and cut into squares which are filled with sugared blueberries. Each square is carefully closed to contain the juicy filling during cooking.
Typically, the dumplings can be boiled or steamed. They are served with toppings like crumbled farmer's cheese, sour cream with powdered sugar, or cinnamon sugar. The combination of mild dough, tart blueberries, and creamy or sweet toppings offers a comforting and traditional dessert or snack.
Frozen fruit can be used if thawed properly, as extreme temperatures affect yeast dough. The dumplings can be stored covered in the refrigerator for up to five days or frozen airtight for up to five months. When steaming, lining the pot with a wet cloth prevents sticking.
Ingredients
Yeast dough:
- 5 and ⅔ cups all-purpose flour
- 1 and ½ cup milk lukewarm
- 2 teaspoons active dry yeast or 20 g fresh yeast
- 1 teaspoon granulated sugar
- 1 egg
- ½ teaspoon salt
Filling:
- 13 ounces blueberries fresh
- ¼ cup granulated sugar
Topping:
- 7 ounces farmers cheese (or sour cream)
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- ⅓ tick butter melted, unsalted
Instructions
- Stir 1 teaspoon granulated sugar and 2 teaspoons active dry yeast into 1 and ½ cup milk (lukewarm). Leave the yeast in a warm place to activate. It takes about 10-15 minutes for a foam with bubbles to form on the surface.
- In a large bowl, combine 5 and ⅔ cups all-purpose flour with 1 egg, ½ teaspoon salt, and the yeast mixture. Combine everything first with a spoon, then dump the mixture onto a work surface and process with your hands into a soft dough.
- Return the ball of dough to the bowl, cover with cling film or a clean cloth, and leave in a warm spot to rise for 45 minutes.
- Meanwhile, combine ¼ cup granulated sugar and 13 ounces blueberries (clean, drained).
- Roll out the raised smooth dough into a rectangular pancake about half to three-quarters of an inch thick. Cut into squares about 3 inches (8 cm) on a side. Place a teaspoon and a half of the sweetened blueberries in the center of each square. Close the dumpling carefully to prevent the juices from running out.
- In a large skillet, bring lightly salted water to a full boil. Then turn the stove down to medium heat and place dumplings into it. Cover the skillet with a lid and cook for 8 minutes, do not flip the dumplings. Once cooked, carefully transfer them with a slotted spoon to a bowl.
- To release the steam, prick the cooked dumplings with a fork and brush their top with melted butter. Drizzle with melted butter and serve with your favorite toppings.
- Serve with crumbled farmers cheese and powdered sugar as a topping. Drizzle with melted butter.
Notes
- This recipe yields about 16 to 18 blueberry-filled dumplings.
- Serve with crumbled farmer's cheese, sour cream topped with powdered sugar, or a cinnamon-sugar mix; melted unsalted butter adds richness when poured over.
- If using frozen fruit, let it thaw slightly to avoid affecting the yeast dough's rising ability.
- Steaming is an alternative to boiling; use a flat perforated steamer with a wet tea towel lining to prevent sticking.
- Store cooled dumplings covered in the refrigerator for up to five days or freeze in airtight containers for up to five months.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 6portions
Amount Per Serving
Calories 361 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 361kcal | 18% |
| Carbohydrates | 58g | 19% |
| Protein | 11g | 22% |
| Fat | 10g | 15% |
| Saturated Fat | 6g | 30% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1g | 6% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 2g | 10% |
| Trans Fat | 0.2g | 10% |
| Cholesterol | 54mg | 18% |
| Sodium | 162mg | 7% |
| Potassium | 143mg | 3% |
| Fiber | 3g | 12% |
| Sugar | 34g | 68% |
| Vitamin A | 253IU | 5% |
| Vitamin C | 4mg | 4% |
| Calcium | 41mg | 4% |
| Iron | 2mg | 11% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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Overall Rating
5
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