Sweet Potato Dumplings

Indulge in the sweet and savory charm of these irresistible Sweet Potato Dumplings—an easy yet impressive dish perfect for a cozy family dinner or a festive holiday table. This recipe combines the natural sweetness of creamy mashed sweet potatoes with a hint of warmth from cinnamon and nutmeg, creating tender, flavorful dumplings that are boiled to perfection. Tossed in a buttery brown sugar glaze with a drizzle of rich maple syrup, every bite delivers pure comfort and decadence. Ready in under an hour and ideal for making ahead, these dumplings are versatile and can be garnished with fresh parsley for a touch of elegance. Whether served as a side dish or a dessert, these Sweet Potato Dumplings are sure to become a favorite staple.

Nutriscore Rating: 66/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:25 mins

Total Time:45 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 2 medium sweet potato
• 1.5 cups all-purpose flour
• 0.5 teaspoons salt
• 0.5 teaspoons ground cinnamon
• 0.25 teaspoons freshly grated nutmeg
• 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
• 2 tablespoons brown sugar
• 0.25 cups milk
• 4 cups water
• 2 tablespoons maple syrup
• 1 tablespoon fresh parsley (optional, for garnish)

Directions

Step 1

Peel and dice the sweet potatoes into 1-inch chunks.

Step 2

Bring a medium pot of water to boil, add the diced sweet potatoes, and cook for 10-12 minutes or until fork-tender. Drain and let them cool slightly.

Step 3

Mash the sweet potatoes with a fork or potato masher until smooth. Set aside to cool completely.

Step 4

In a large mixing bowl, combine the mashed sweet potatoes, flour, salt, ground cinnamon, and freshly grated nutmeg. Mix until a soft dough forms. Add more flour if the dough is too sticky.

Step 5

Lightly flour a clean surface and divide the dough into 4 equal portions. Roll each portion into a log approximately 1/2 inch thick, then cut into 1-inch pieces to form the dumplings.

Step 6

Bring 4 cups of water to a gentle boil in a large pot. Working in batches, drop the dumplings into the boiling water and cook for 3-4 minutes. The dumplings will float to the top when done. Remove with a slotted spoon and set aside.

Step 7

In a large skillet, melt the butter over medium heat. Stir in brown sugar and milk, cooking until the sugar dissolves and the mixture thickens slightly, about 2-3 minutes.

Step 8

Add the cooked dumplings to the skillet and toss gently to coat in the butter-sugar mixture. Cook for an additional 2 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.

Step 9

Drizzle the maple syrup over the dumplings and toss again to distribute evenly.

Step 10

Serve warm, garnished with fresh parsley if desired.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1570.5g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1556.1

Total Fat 62.5g	0%
Saturated Fat 32.0g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 3.4g
Cholesterol 137.3mg	0%
Sodium 1737.7mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 229.5g	0%
Dietary Fiber 12.0g	0%
Total Sugars 61.6g
Protein 24.5g	0%

Vitamin D 26.8IU	0%
Calcium 268.2mg	0%
Iron 10.5mg	0%
Potassium 904.5mg	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: 35.6%

Protein: 6.2%

Carbs: 58.2%