Italian Orange-Cinnamon Semolina Dumplings Recipe

Name: Italian Orange-Cinnamon Semolina Dumplings
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 1/4 cups milk; 1/2 cup semolina; 1/2 cup sugar; 2 egg yolks; 2 tablespoons butter; 1 teaspoon orange blossom water; 4 tablespoons light olive oil; 4 tablespoons butter; flour (for dusting); 1 egg; 1/2 cup breadcrumbs; 6 tablespoons cinnamon sugar

Servings: persons

2 1/4 cups milk
1/2 cup semolina
1/2 cup sugar
2 egg yolks
2 tablespoons butter
1 teaspoon orange blossom water
4 tablespoons light olive oil
4 tablespoons butter
flour (for dusting)
1 egg
1/2 cup breadcrumbs
6 tablespoons cinnamon sugar

1
Bring the milk to the boil over low heat.
2
Add semolina while whisking.
3
Heat while stirring until cooked (you should have a pudding-like mass that doesn't stick to the pan).
4
Stir in sugar, egg yolks, 2 tbsp butter (the mass should now become fluid again).
5
Add orange blossom water to taste (be careful, this can easily overpower other tastes).
6
Spread on a greased tray (about 1 inch thick), allow to cool to room temperature.
7
Cover and refrigerate until firm.
8
Beat egg.
9
Heat olive oil and butter over medium-low heat.
10
Form semolina mixture into small balls, coat in flour, then egg, then breadcrumbs.
11
Cook in oil/butter mixture until golden brown.
12
Serve warm, sprinkled with cinnamon sugar.

672

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* 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.
A good 1:1 gluten-free flour blend works well if you need a gluten-free version.

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 12 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 1/4 cups milk, 1/2 cup semolina, 1/2 cup sugar, 2 egg yolks, and more.

Yes, Italian Orange-Cinnamon Semolina 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.

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Italian Orange-Cinnamon Semolina Dumplings

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