Quick Slovenian Cheese Dumplings Recipe

These Slovenian cheese dumplings are a lighter, faster take on classic Polish pierogi leniwe! Enjoy this simple, delicious recipe perfect for a quick weeknight meal or a satisfying Lenten dish. Fluffy cheese dumplings ready in under 30 minutes – you won't believe how easy they are!

Prep Time 15 mins
Cook Time 25 mins
Calories 378.5 kcal
Protein 75g
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Ingredients for Quick Slovenian Cheese Dumplings

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How to Make Quick Slovenian Cheese Dumplings

  1. In a large bowl, combine the ricotta cheese, cottage cheese, egg, flour, salt, and sugar. Mix until just combined; don't overmix.
  2. Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil.
  3. Using a spoon or your hands, form small dumplings (about 1-2 inches in diameter) from the cheese mixture.
  4. Carefully drop the dumplings into the boiling water.
  5. Cook for approximately 5-7 minutes, or until the dumplings float to the surface and are cooked through.
  6. Remove the dumplings with a slotted spoon and serve immediately. You can optionally top with melted butter, sour cream, or a sprinkle of fresh herbs.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

15 g

Sugar

13g

Fat

15g

Carbs

13g

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Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to make Quick Slovenian Cheese Dumplings?

Quick Slovenian Cheese Dumplings takes about 40 minutes from start to finish — roughly 15 minutes to prepare and 25 minutes to cook.

How many calories are in Quick Slovenian Cheese Dumplings?

Quick Slovenian Cheese Dumplings has approximately 378.5 calories per serving, with about 75 g protein, 13 g carbohydrates and 10 g fat.

What ingredients do I need for Quick Slovenian Cheese Dumplings?

The key ingredients for Quick Slovenian Cheese Dumplings are Dry Curd Cottage Cheese, Eggs, Flour, Salt, Butter, Buttered Bread Crumb. See the full list with measurements above.

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