Lazy dumplings with fruit and berry filling
6 servings
40 minutes
Lazy dumplings with fruit and berry filling are a cozy and delicate dish of Russian cuisine, inspired by traditional dumplings but significantly simplified in preparation. The recipe is based on airy cottage cheese dough infused with sweet notes of vanilla and a light tartness from fruits and berries. The use of quail eggs makes the dough especially soft. The berry-fruit puree adds juiciness and aroma to the dumplings, creating a unique flavor combination. This dish is perfect for a family breakfast or a light dessert, especially during the fresh berry season. Dumplings can be served with honey, sour cream, or yogurt to enhance their tenderness. Lazy dumplings are a simple yet exquisite way to enjoy traditional Russian flavors without long hassles in the kitchen.
1
Break the eggs and whisk until smooth.
- Quail egg: 8 pieces
2
Add sugar, salt, and vanilla.
- Sugar: 5 tablespoon
- Salt: pinch
- Vanillin: pinch
3
Mix thoroughly.
4
Add flour.
- Wholegrain flour: 50 g
5
Mix the eggs with the flour until smooth.
6
Add cottage cheese and mix thoroughly.
- Curd cheese (tvorog): 400 g
7
Wash the fruits and berries, remove the pits, and cut them.
- Apricots: 2 pieces
- Cherry (sour): 100 g
- Blueberry (highbush): 50 g
8
Chop the fruits and berries in a blender or food processor to a puree state, one at a time.
9
Divide the dough into several parts.
10
Mix each part of the dough with fruits or berries.
- Apricots: 2 pieces
- Cherry (sour): 100 g
- Blueberry (highbush): 50 g
11
Roll the dough into a sausage.
12
Cut into pieces and place on a floured surface.
- Wholegrain flour: 50 g
13
Put in boiling water. Boil until they float.