Dampfnudle (Yeast Dumplings)

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Servings: 4 Difficulty: Intermediate
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Soft, pillowy German yeast dumplings with a golden crust, perfect for sweet or savory meals
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Dampfnudle (Yeast Dumplings)

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Difficulty: Intermediate
Servings: 4 Calories: 455.0

Description

These traditional German Dampfnudle are the ultimate comfort food, offering a delicate balance of airy softness inside and a gentle crispness on the outside. Made with simple pantry staples like flour, milk, and yeast, these dumplings rise beautifully to create tender, pillowy bites. They are incredibly versatile, enjoyed plain with sugar and butter, or as a side to hearty stews. The process requires a bit of patience for the dough to rise, but the reward is a homemade treat that tastes far superior to any store-bought alternative. Perfect for weekend breakfasts or cozy family dinners, these yeast dumplings bring a touch of old-world charm and warmth to your table.

Ingredients

Directions

  1. Warm the milk slightly and dissolve the fresh yeast in it with a pinch of salt.
  2. Combine the flour and yeast mixture in a large bowl, mixing until a rough dough forms.
  3. Knead the dough on a floured surface for about 10 minutes until smooth and elastic.
  4. Place the dough in a greased bowl, cover with a damp cloth, and let rise in a warm place for 1 hour until doubled in size.
  5. Punch down the risen dough and divide it into equal portions for individual dumplings.
  6. Shape each portion into a smooth round ball and place them in a greased baking pan, leaving space to expand.
  7. Cover the pan again and let the dumplings rise for another 30 to 45 minutes.
  8. Preheat the oven to 350&# 194;°F (175ðC) and bake the dumplings for 20-25 minutes until golden brown.
  9. Let the Dampfnudle cool slightly before serving warm with butter, sugar, or your favorite topping.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 4

Amount Per Serving
Calories 455.0kcal
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 1.2g2%
Saturated Fat 0.2g1%
Cholesterol 0.0mg0%
Sodium 2.5mg1%
Total Carbohydrate 95.0g32%
Dietary Fiber 3.4g14%
Sugars 0.4g
Protein 12.5g25%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

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