Pear Melba Dumplings Recipe

Recipe By Slurrp

Pear Melba Dumplings are a delightful dessert that combines the flavors of juicy pears, sweet raspberry sauce, and fluffy dumplings. The pears are poached in a fragrant syrup until tender, then wrapped in a light and airy dumpling dough. Once cooked, the dumplings are served with a drizzle of raspberry sauce and a dollop of vanilla ice cream. This dessert is a perfect balance of fruity, sweet, and creamy flavors, making it a crowd-pleasing treat for any occasion.

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Ingredients for Pear Melba Dumplings Recipe

  • 0.67 cup Water
  • 0.17 cup Sugar
  • 0.17 tablespoon Lemon Juice
  • 0.17 teaspoon Vanilla Extract
  • 1 Ripe But Firm Pears
  • 0.33 cup All Purpose Flour
  • 0.33 tablespoon Sugar
  • 0.33 teaspoon Baking Powder
  • 0.08 teaspoon Salt
  • 1/25 cup Unsalted Butter, Cold And Cubed
  • 0.08 cup Milk
  • 0.08 cup Raspberry Jam
  • as required Vanilla Ice Cream, For Serving

Directions: Pear Melba Dumplings Recipe

Cooking Directions

  • STEP 1.In a large saucepan, combine water, sugar, lemon juice, and vanilla extract. Bring to a boil.
  • STEP 2.Peel the pears, leaving the stems intact. Place the pears in the saucepan and simmer for 15-20 minutes, or until tender.
  • STEP 3.While the pears are cooking, prepare the dumpling dough. In a mixing bowl, combine flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt. Cut in the butter until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs. Stir in the milk until a soft dough forms.
  • STEP 4.Divide the dough into 6 equal portions. Flatten each portion and wrap it around a cooked pear, sealing the edges.
  • STEP 5.Place the wrapped pears in a steamer basket and steam for 15-20 minutes, or until the dumplings are cooked through.
  • STEP 6.In a small saucepan, heat the raspberry jam until melted. Serve the pear dumplings with a drizzle of raspberry sauce and a scoop of vanilla ice cream.
  • STEP 7.Enjoy the warm and comforting Pear Melba Dumplings!

Cooking Tips

  • Choose ripe but firm pears for the best texture in the dumplings.
  • You can substitute other fruit jams or sauces for the raspberry sauce if desired.
  • Serve the dumplings immediately after cooking for the best taste and texture.

Storage and Serving

  • Pear Melba Dumplings are best enjoyed fresh and warm.
  • If you have leftovers, store them in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 days.
  • Reheat the dumplings in the microwave or steamer before serving.
Nutrition
value
116
calories per serving
5 g Fat2 g Protein16 g Carbs3 g FiberOther

Current Totals

  • Fat
    5g
  • Protein
    2g
  • Carbs
    16g
  • Fiber
    3g

MacroNutrients

  • Carbs
    16g
  • Protein
    2g
  • Fiber
    3g

Fats

  • Fat
    5g

Vitamins & Minerals

  • Calcium
    30mg
  • Iron
    < 1mg
  • Vitamin A
    2mcg
  • Vitamin B1
    < 1mg
  • Vitamin B2
    < 1mg
  • Vitamin B3
    < 1mg
  • Vitamin B6
    < 1mg
  • Vitamin B9
    13mcg
  • Vitamin B12
    < 1mcg
  • Vitamin C
    3mg
  • Vitamin E
    < 1mg
  • Copper
    < 1mcg
  • Magnesium
    15mg
  • Manganese
    < 1mg
  • Phosphorus
    38mg
  • Selenium
    4mcg
  • Zinc
    < 1mg
Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet. All nutritional information presented are estimates and not meant to substitute professional dietary advice or treatment
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Recipe By Slurrp