Cinnamon Dumplings with Syrup

Cinnamon Dumplings with Syrup

Ingredients:

For the Dumplings:

• 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 tablespoon sugar
• 2 teaspoons baking powder
• 1/4 teaspoon salt
• 3/4 cup milk
• 2 tablespoons butter, melted

For the Cinnamon Syrup:

• 1/2 cup unsalted butter
• 1 cup brown sugar
• 1 teaspoon cinnamon
• 1/4 cup water (or you can substitute milk or cream for a creamier sauce)
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Instructions:

1. Prepare the Dumpling Dough:
   • In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt.
   • Add the milk and melted butter to the dry ingredients and stir until just combined (be careful not to overmix).
   • The dough should be soft and sticky.
2. Prepare the Cinnamon Syrup:
   • In a medium saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat.
   • Add the brown sugar, cinnamon, and water (or milk/cream) to the butter and stir to combine.
   • Bring the mixture to a gentle boil, then reduce the heat to low and simmer for 3-5 minutes until the syrup thickens slightly.
   • Stir in the vanilla extract and remove from heat.
3. Cook the Dumplings:
   • Bring the cinnamon syrup back to a low simmer over medium-low heat.
   • Drop spoonfuls of the dough into the simmering syrup (about 1-2 tablespoon-sized balls).
   • Cover the saucepan and let the dumplings cook for 12-15 minutes without lifting the lid, until they are puffed up and cooked through. You can test one by inserting a toothpick into the center—it should come out clean.
4. Serve:
   • Once the dumplings are cooked, carefully spoon them out and place them in a serving dish.
   • Pour the warm cinnamon syrup over the dumplings and serve immediately.

Serving Suggestions:

• These cinnamon dumplings are perfect as a dessert or a sweet breakfast treat.
• You can also top them with whipped cream or vanilla ice cream for extra indulgence.

Enjoy these warm, comforting cinnamon dumplings with their sweet, sticky sauce!

Let me know if you’d like more variations or another recipe idea!