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Polish Plum Dumplings

Polish Plum Dumplings: Comforting Sweet Bites to Savor

Polish Plum Dumplings are a nostalgic and comforting dessert made of potato dough wrapped around juicy plums, perfect for any occasion.
Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings: 4 dumplings
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: Polish
Calories: 200

Ingredients
  

Dumpling Ingredients
  • 1 pound Starchy Potatoes Choose Russets for a fluffy potato dough base.
  • 1 Egg This binds everything together, adding richness to the dumplings.
  • 1 cup Flour Adjust based on the moisture of your potatoes for the right texture.
  • ½ teaspoon Fine Sea Salt Enhances and balances the overall flavor of the dumplings.
  • 8 Ripe Plums These provide the sweet filling that makes the dumplings special.
  • 8 Sugar Cubes Nestled inside the plums for a burst of sweetness.
  • Cinnamon Sprinkle some in the filling and on top for added warmth and flavor.
  • Butter Use this to coat the dumplings after cooking, preventing them from sticking.
  • ½ cup Sour Cream A dollop on the side adds creamy richness.
  • 3 tablespoons Powdered Sugar Sweetens the sour cream; adjust based on your personal taste.
  • ¼ cup Fine Breadcrumbs Toasted in butter for a delightful crunch topping.

Equipment

  • pot
  • Mixing Bowl
  • Potato Ricer
  • skillet

Method
 

Cooking Instructions
  1. Begin by peeling and cutting the starchy potatoes into even chunks. Place them in a pot of salted water and bring to a boil over medium heat. Cook the potatoes for 15-20 minutes, or until fork-tender. Once done, drain and let the potatoes cool slightly.
  2. Using a potato ricer, pass the warm potatoes into a large mixing bowl, ensuring there are no lumps. Allow the riced potatoes to cool completely, then incorporate the flour, egg, and fine sea salt. Gently knead the mixture until just combined.
  3. While the dough cools, halve the ripe plums, removing the stones. Place a sugar cube and a pinch of cinnamon inside each plum half, then gently press them back together.
  4. Divide the potato dough into manageable pieces, dusting your work surface with flour to prevent sticking. Flatten each piece into a disc, place a prepared plum in the center, and fold the dough over it. Pinch the edges securely to seal the dumpling.
  5. In a large pot, bring salted water to a gentle boil. Carefully add the dumplings and allow them to cook until they float to the surface, about 4-6 minutes. Let them simmer for an additional 4 minutes.
  6. While the dumplings are cooking, whisk together the sour cream and powdered sugar in a bowl until smooth and creamy. In a separate skillet, melt butter over medium heat, then add fine breadcrumbs and sauté until golden.
  7. Once cooked, gently drain the dumplings and transfer them to a warm serving dish. Drizzle melted butter over the top, then sprinkle with the sautéed breadcrumbs. Serve alongside the sweetened sour cream.

Nutrition

Serving: 1dumplingCalories: 200kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 4gFat: 8gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 60mgSodium: 200mgPotassium: 250mgFiber: 2gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 200IUVitamin C: 8mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

Polish plum dumplings are best enjoyed warm, drizzled with butter and topped with breadcrumbs. Experimenting with fillings adds a modern twist to this traditional recipe.

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