Dumpling Recipe

A heartwarming, traditional Scottish dumpling recipe passed down through generations! This isn't your average dessert; it's a savory, hearty, and incredibly comforting dish. Imagine a fluffy, spiced dough bursting with raisins, currants, and grated apple and carrot, then boiled to perfection and baked until golden brown. Serve warm with whipped cream, a creamy sauce, or a sprinkle of brown sugar for the ultimate cozy treat. Get ready for a taste of Scotland!

Prep Time 45 mins
Cook Time 165 mins
Calories 4183.6 kcal
Protein 81g
Rating 5.0 (2 Reviews)
Dumpling 35

Recipe Actions

Share this recipe:

Recipe Author

Chef Forktionary, author of this recipe

Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Dumpling

Cook Smarter with Sous, Your Kitchen Companion

Missing an ingredient for this Dumpling? Need a perfect wine pairing or a healthy side dish idea? Don't guess—ask Sous! Your AI-powered sous-chef is ready to help you swap ingredients, adjust serving sizes, and discover flavor tips in seconds.

How to Make Dumpling

  1. Bring a large pot (at least 6 quarts) of water to a rolling boil. In a large bowl, whisk together 4 cups all-purpose flour, 1 teaspoon salt, 1 teaspoon baking soda, ½ cup sugar, and 1 tablespoon ground cinnamon.
  2. Cut in 1 cup shortening using a pastry blender or your fingers until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
  3. Stir in 1 cup raisins, 1 cup currants, 1 cup grated apple, and 1 cup grated carrot.
  4. Mix thoroughly to combine all ingredients.
  5. Gradually add 1-1 ½ cups of cold water, a little at a time, mixing until a sticky dough forms.
  6. Find a large clean kitchen cloth (at least 3 feet square). Dip the center of the cloth in water, and wring out the excess water.
  7. Lightly dust the damp cloth with flour.
  8. Carefully turn the dough out onto the floured cloth. Gather the edges of the cloth around the dough, leaving some room for expansion.
  9. Tie the bundle tightly using kitchen twine or strong string.
  10. Carefully lower the dumpling bundle into the boiling water. Boil for at least 2 hours, ensuring it stays fully submerged.
  11. After boiling, remove the dumpling and place it in a lightly greased small roasting pan (approximately 9x13 inches). Bake at 350°F (175°C) until lightly browned and slightly dried, about 15-20 minutes.
  12. Let cool completely before slicing and serving.
  13. Serve warm with whipped cream, canned cream, or a brown sugar sauce.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

104 g

Sugar

1202g

Fat

596g

Carbs

180g