Dumplings with cherries
3 servings
60 minutes
Cherry dumplings are a classic dish of Russian cuisine, symbolizing home comfort and warmth. Their history roots back to Slavic gastronomic traditions where dumplings were an integral part of festive feasts. The tender, slightly elastic dough envelops a juicy, sweet-sour cherry filling that adds a pleasant freshness and brightness to the dessert's flavor. When served, the dumplings are generously smeared with sour cream and sprinkled with sugar, creating a harmonious combination of the dough's softness and the fruit's tartness. This dish is perfect for a cozy family dinner or summer treat. Cherry dumplings can be served warm or chilled, making them a versatile and beloved delicacy throughout the year.
1
Boil a third of the flour with salted water, cool it down, and add the remaining ingredients for the dough.
- Wheat flour: 350 g
- Water: 125 ml
- Salt: to taste
- Chicken egg: 1 piece
2
Knead the dough until a uniform thick consistency is achieved.
- Wheat flour: 350 g
3
Leave it to mature for 30 minutes.
4
Roll out the dough, cut out circles, place three to four cherries on each and sprinkle with sugar.
- Pitted cherries: to taste
- Sugar: to taste
5
Make dumplings, boil them, serve with sour cream and sugar.
- Sour cream: to taste
- Sugar: to taste