Cherries with Cinnamon Dumplings

Indulge in the comforting flavors of "Cherries with Cinnamon Dumplings," a delightful dessert that combines tangy, juicy cherries with fluffy, spiced dumplings. This recipe elevates seasonal cherries by simmering them into a glossy, fruit-filled sauce thickened with cornstarch, while light, buttery dumplings infused with cinnamon and vanilla steam to tender perfection on top. Ready in under an hour, this dessert is a warming treat that’s perfect for cozy evenings. Serve it with a dollop of whipped cream or a scoop of vanilla ice cream for a truly irresistible finish. Packed with comforting spices and fruity goodness, this recipe is a showstopper for your next dinner party or a casual family gathering.

Nutriscore Rating: 66/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:25 mins

Total Time:45 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 500 grams Fresh cherries, pitted
• 50 grams Sugar (for cherries)
• 2 tablespoons Cornstarch
• 240 milliliters Water
• 180 grams All-purpose flour
• 1 teaspoon Baking powder
• 1 teaspoon Ground cinnamon
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt
• 60 grams Unsalted butter, cold and diced
• 120 milliliters Milk
• 2 tablespoons Sugar (for dumplings)
• 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract

Directions

Step 1

In a large saucepan, combine the pitted cherries, 50 grams of sugar, and 180 milliliters of water. Cook over medium heat for about 5 minutes, or until the cherries soften and release their juices.

Step 2

In a small bowl, mix the cornstarch with the remaining 60 milliliters of water until smooth. Add this mixture to the simmering cherries, stirring constantly, and cook for another 2-3 minutes until thickened. Remove from heat and set aside.

Step 3

In a mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, cinnamon, salt, and 2 tablespoons of sugar.

Step 4

Add the diced cold butter to the dry ingredients. Using your fingertips or a pastry cutter, rub the butter into the flour mixture until it resembles coarse crumbs.

Step 5

Stir in the milk and vanilla extract, mixing just until a soft, sticky dough forms. Be careful not to overmix.

Step 6

Return the saucepan with the cherries to medium-low heat. Using a spoon, drop small spoonfuls of the dumpling dough onto the surface of the simmering cherries. Leave some space between the dumplings as they will expand while cooking.

Step 7

Cover the saucepan with a lid and let the dumplings steam for 12-15 minutes. Do not lift the lid during this time to ensure they cook properly.

Step 8

After 15 minutes, check that the dumplings are puffed and cooked through. Remove the saucepan from heat.

Step 9

Spoon the cherries and cinnamon dumplings into bowls. Serve warm, optionally with whipped cream or a scoop of vanilla ice cream.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1212.8g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1681.8

Total Fat 54.2g	0%
Saturated Fat 32.9g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.1g
Cholesterol 142.1mg	0%
Sodium 1698.0mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 275.9g	0%
Dietary Fiber 18.0g	0%
Total Sugars 102.7g
Protein 29.4g	0%

Vitamin D 54.5IU	0%
Calcium 304.9mg	0%
Iron 10.7mg	0%
Potassium 1640.4mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 28.5%

Protein: 6.9%

Carbs: 64.6%