Pecan Dumplings with Caramel Raisin Sauce 1968 Ontario Cda

Take a nostalgic culinary journey with these irresistible Pecan Dumplings with Caramel Raisin Sauce, an enduring classic from 1968 Ontario, Canada. This timeless dessert pairs tender, pillowy dumplings studded with chopped pecans with a lusciously rich caramel sauce infused with bursts of sweet raisins and a hint of vanilla. Perfectly steamed and drenched in flavor, this dish is deceptively simple yet utterly decadent, requiring just 20 minutes of prep and 25 minutes of cook time. Ideal for cozy family gatherings or special occasions, it serves six and comes together with pantry staples like butter, brown sugar, and all-purpose flour. Whether enjoyed on its own or with a scoop of vanilla ice cream, this easy-to-make dessert is a heartwarming treat that will leave everyone asking for more.

Nutriscore Rating: 51/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:25 mins

Total Time:45 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 1.5 cups All-purpose flour
• 2 teaspoons Baking powder
• 0.25 teaspoons Salt
• 2 tablespoons Granulated sugar
• 0.25 cups Butter (cold, cubed)
• 0.5 cups Milk
• 0.5 cups Pecans (chopped)
• 0.5 cups Raisins
• 1 cups Brown sugar (packed)
• 1.5 cups Water
• 2 tablespoons Butter
• 1 teaspoons Vanilla extract

Directions

Step 1

In a medium bowl, combine the all-purpose flour, baking powder, salt, and granulated sugar.

Step 2

Cut the cold, cubed butter into the dry mixture using a pastry cutter or fork until it resembles coarse crumbs.

Step 3

Gradually add milk to the mixture while stirring, until a soft dough forms.

Step 4

Stir in the chopped pecans and set the dough aside.

Step 5

In a large saucepan, combine the brown sugar, water, raisins, and butter for the caramel raisin sauce.

Step 6

Bring the mixture to a boil over medium heat, stirring constantly to dissolve the sugar.

Step 7

Reduce the heat to medium-low and simmer for 2-3 minutes.

Step 8

Using a tablespoon or a small scoop, drop spoonfuls of the pecan dumpling dough into the simmering sauce, leaving room for them to expand.

Step 9

Cover the saucepan tightly with a lid and simmer for 15 minutes without lifting the lid to allow the dumplings to steam and cook through.

Step 10

Remove the saucepan from the heat and gently stir in the vanilla extract.

Step 11

Serve the warm dumplings with generous ladles of the caramel raisin sauce over top. Optionally, garnish with extra chopped pecans.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1161.9g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2993.2

Total Fat 115.7g	0%
Saturated Fat 48.3g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.8g
Cholesterol 205.3mg	0%
Sodium 1791.8mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 476.9g	0%
Dietary Fiber 13.9g	0%
Total Sugars 316.5g
Protein 31.4g	0%

Vitamin D 58.2IU	0%
Calcium 503.1mg	0%
Iron 12.9mg	0%
Potassium 1551.3mg	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: 33.9%

Protein: 4.1%

Carbs: 62.0%