Pioneer Caramel Dumplings

Indulge in the old-fashioned charm of Pioneer Caramel Dumplings, a comforting dessert that combines soft, pillow-like dumplings with a luscious homemade caramel sauce. This simple yet decadent recipe starts with a quick, buttery dough that is steamed to perfection in a bubbling mixture of brown sugar, butter, and vanilla, creating a rich, velvety caramel base. With just 15 minutes of prep and wholesome pantry staples, this dessert is a nostalgic nod to pioneer ingenuity. Serve these golden dumplings warm, drizzled generously with the caramel sauce, and elevate the experience with a dollop of whipped cream or a scoop of vanilla ice cream. Perfect for cozy gatherings, this recipe is a must-try for fans of classic comfort food and caramel-filled treats!

Nutriscore Rating: 56/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:25 mins

Total Time:40 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 1.5 cups All-purpose flour
• 2 teaspoons Baking powder
• 0.5 teaspoons Salt
• 2 tablespoons Butter (cold, cubed)
• 0.5 cups Milk
• 1.5 cups Brown sugar
• 2.5 cups Water
• 1 teaspoons Vanilla extract
• 2 tablespoons Butter (for caramel sauce)

Directions

Step 1

In a medium mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt.

Step 2

Using a pastry cutter or your fingers, cut in the cold, cubed butter until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.

Step 3

Slowly add the milk to the dry mixture and stir until a soft dough forms. Do not overmix.

Step 4

In a large saucepan or deep skillet, combine the brown sugar, water, vanilla extract, and 2 tablespoons of butter. Stir to combine and bring to a gentle boil over medium heat.

Step 5

Once the caramel sauce begins to bubble, reduce the heat to low.

Step 6

Using a tablespoon or small scoop, drop small portions of the dumpling dough into the simmering caramel sauce. Space them apart to prevent sticking.

Step 7

Cover the saucepan with a lid and let the dumplings cook for 15 minutes without lifting the lid to allow them to properly steam and puff up.

Step 8

After 15 minutes, remove the lid and gently spoon some of the caramel sauce over the dumplings to coat them.

Step 9

Let the dumplings cook uncovered for an additional 5 minutes to allow the sauce to thicken slightly.

Step 10

Serve the caramel dumplings warm, drizzled with extra caramel sauce from the pan. Optionally, pair with a scoop of vanilla ice cream or a dollop of whipped cream.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1192.7g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1974.3

Total Fat 50.5g	0%
Saturated Fat 31.0g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.1g
Cholesterol 135.0mg	0%
Sodium 2393.7mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 361.2g	0%
Dietary Fiber 4.9g	0%
Total Sugars 217.9g
Protein 23.1g	0%

Vitamin D 67.7IU	0%
Calcium 406.1mg	0%
Iron 9.9mg	0%
Potassium 693.6mg	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: 22.8%

Protein: 4.6%

Carbs: 72.5%