Chef Lou'S Burnt Sugar Dumplings Recipe

Name: Chef Lou'S Burnt Sugar Dumplings
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: For sauce; 1 1/2 cups sugar; 2 tablespoons butter; 1/8 teaspoon salt; 2 cups hot water; For dumplings; 1 1/2 cups flour; 2 1/2 teaspoons baking powder; 3 tablespoons sugar; 1/4 teaspoon salt; 3 tablespoons melted butter; 1/2 cup chopped walnuts; 3/4 cup milk; To Serve; whipped cream, if desired (or Ice Cream)

Servings: persons

For sauce
1 1/2 cups sugar
2 tablespoons butter
1/8 teaspoon salt
2 cups hot water
For dumplings
1 1/2 cups flour
2 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
3 tablespoons sugar
1/4 teaspoon salt
3 tablespoons melted butter
1/2 cup chopped walnuts
3/4 cup milk
To Serve
whipped cream, if desired (or Ice Cream)

1
Heat 1/2 cup of the sugar in a large pan, until it melts to a golden brown syrup.
2
Add butter, salt, and remaining sugar.
3
Gradually add the hot water, stirring constantly.
4
Heat to boiling and cook until sugar dissolves, about 10 minutes.
5
Stir together flour, baking powder, sugar, and salt.
6
Drizzle in butter and mix well.
7
Add walnuts; stir in milk and only mix until flour is moistened.
8
Drop by 1/4 cup spoonfuls into gently boiling caramel sauce.
9
Cover tightly and simmer about 12 minutes without removing cover.
10
To serve, invert a serving platter over the top of the pan and flip the pan over quickly. (If you don't feel comfortable doing this, you can use a spatula to remove the dumplings from the pan and transfer to a serving platter).
11
Serve at once with whipped cream or ice cream.

750

kcal

Calories

Fat

126

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.
Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.
Leave out the nuts to make it nut-free, or swap in seeds for a similar crunch.
A good 1:1 gluten-free flour blend works well if you need a gluten-free version.
Coconut cream is a reliable plant-based alternative to dairy cream.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 15 ingredients. The key ingredients include: For sauce, 1 1/2 cups sugar, 2 tablespoons butter, 1/8 teaspoon salt, and more.

Yes, Chef Lou'S Burnt Sugar Dumplings falls under the General category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Chef Lou'S Burnt Sugar Dumplings

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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