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Golden syrup dumplings

Golden syrup dumplings

Golden syrup dumplings are a warm, sweet, and soft British dessert featuring fluffy dumplings steamed in a fragrant golden syrup. This comforting treat combines light, pillowy dough soaked in rich caramel-flavored syrup, perfect for cozying up on chilly days or satisfying a nostalgic sweet tooth.

Ingredients

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Dumpling Dough

  • 225g self-raising flour
  • 1 tsp baking powder
  • 50g cold butter
  • 150ml milk (or plant-based alternative for vegan)

Syrup Base

  • 200ml golden syrup (or maple syrup as a substitute)
  • 100g brown sugar
  • 150ml water

Instructions

  1. Prepare the syrup base: Combine golden syrup, brown sugar, and water in a deep saucepan or casserole dish. Warm gently over low heat until the sugar dissolves and the mixture begins to simmer, creating a sticky, sweet syrup base.
  2. Make the dumpling dough: In a mixing bowl, sift together self-raising flour and baking powder. Rub in the cold butter until the mixture resembles fine breadcrumbs. Gradually add the milk, stirring until a soft, slightly sticky dough forms.
  3. Shape the dumplings: Flour your hands and divide the dough into small balls about the size of golf balls. Ensure all dumplings are similar in size for even cooking.
  4. Cook the dumplings: Gently place each dumpling onto the simmering syrup in the pan. Cover with a tight-fitting lid and steam gently over low heat for 15 to 20 minutes, until the dumplings have puffed up and are cooked through.
  5. Serve piping hot: Carefully scoop the golden syrup dumplings along with plenty of syrup into warm bowls. Enjoy fresh for maximum softness and flavor.

Notes

  • Keep the dough soft by avoiding overworking it to maintain tender dumplings instead of tough ones.
  • Simmer gently on low heat to prevent burning the syrup and to allow even cooking.
  • Cover the pan tightly to trap steam, ensuring light, fluffy dumplings.
  • Make dumplings uniform in size for consistent cooking times.
  • Use high-quality golden syrup for the best authentic flavor.

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Keywords: golden syrup dumplings, British dessert, steamed dumplings, comfort food, sweet dumplings, nostalgic dessert