Kefir dough dumplings with cherries

6 servings

40 minutes

Dumplings made from kefir dough with cherries are a delicate and airy dish that comes from the depths of Slavic cuisine. Their soft kefir dough has a special lightness and pleasant acidity that harmonizes with the juicy, slightly tart cherries. Sugar adds sweetness without overwhelming the flavor, leaving room for the natural aroma of the berries. Historically, dumplings hold an honored place on festive and family tables, especially in Ukraine. Cherry dumplings are often associated with summer when fresh berries can be replaced with frozen ones while preserving their rich taste. They are served with sour cream or sweet sauce, turning each serving into a small gastronomic celebration. This simple yet cozy dish warms the soul and fills the home with the aroma of childhood.

Energy value per serving

• Calories: 55.3
• Proteins: 1.9g
• Fats: 1g
• Carbohydrates: 10.7g

Ingredients

• Kefir: 1 glass
• Salt: to taste
• Wheat flour: to taste
• Frozen cherries: 500 g
• Sugar: to taste

Cooking steps

1. Let the cherry drain.

   Required ingredients:

   • Frozen cherries: 500 g

2. Meanwhile, knead the dough, roll it out, and cut circles from the dough.

   Required ingredients:

   • Kefir: 1 glass
   • Salt:  to taste
   • Wheat flour:  to taste

3. Sprinkle each circle with sugar, place 2 berries. Shape and boil the dumplings.

   Required ingredients:

   • Sugar:  to taste
   • Frozen cherries: 500 g