North Croatian Farmers Cheese Dumplings Recipe

Rediscover a culinary treasure from North Croatia! This nearly forgotten recipe for cheese dumplings surpasses potato dumplings and gnocchi in flavor and versatility. Enjoy them as a savory side dish with meat and gravy, a hearty lunch, or an unexpectedly delightful dessert – simply sprinkle with sugar and cinnamon! Customize them with poppy seeds, raisins, chocolate sauce, or vanilla sauce. Incredibly simple with just a few ingredients, these dumplings are a must-try for adventurous eaters and traditional food lovers alike. Vegetarian option available!

Prep Time 30 mins

Cook Time 15 mins

Calories 252 kcal

Protein 25g

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Ingredients for North Croatian Farmers Cheese Dumplings

Farmer Cheese
2 tablespoons lard (or vegetable oil)
Eggs
Semolina
Salt

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How to Make North Croatian Farmers Cheese Dumplings

In a large bowl, whisk together 2 large eggs and 2 tablespoons of lard (or vegetable oil for vegetarian option).
Drain 250g of farmer's cheese (similar to ricotta) and gently add it to the egg mixture.
Gradually add 150g of whole semolina, mixing well until a dough forms. Cover and refrigerate for at least 2 hours (longer is better!).
Bring a large pot of salted water to a rolling boil.
Soak your hands in cold water to prevent sticking. Roll the dough into golf-ball sized dumplings.
Gently drop the dumplings into the boiling water, one at a time. Cook until they float to the surface (approximately 5-7 minutes), then cook for an additional 3-5 minutes for firmer dumplings.
**For savory serving:** Melt 2 tablespoons of butter in a pan. Add 1/2 cup of breadcrumbs and fry until golden brown. Add the cooked dumplings and toss to coat in breadcrumbs.
**For dessert serving:** Sprinkle the cooked dumplings with sugar and cinnamon. You can also add poppy seeds, raisins, chocolate sauce, or vanilla sauce.
Serve warm and enjoy!

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

19 g

Sugar

Fat

18g

Carbs

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Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to make North Croatian Farmers Cheese Dumplings?

North Croatian Farmers Cheese Dumplings takes about 45 minutes from start to finish — roughly 30 minutes to prepare and 15 minutes to cook.

How many calories are in North Croatian Farmers Cheese Dumplings?

North Croatian Farmers Cheese Dumplings has approximately 252 calories per serving, with about 25 g protein, 9 g carbohydrates and 15 g fat.

What ingredients do I need for North Croatian Farmers Cheese Dumplings?

The key ingredients for North Croatian Farmers Cheese Dumplings are Farmer Cheese, Lard, Eggs, Semolina, Salt. See the full list with measurements above.