Ukrainian Blueberry Varenyky with Blueberry Sauce (

Name: Ukrainian Blueberry Varenyky with Blueberry Sauce (Perogy/pierogi)
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 cups blueberries (wild blueberries preferred); 1/2 cup granulated sugar; 1 tbsp. all purpose flour; 2 tbsp. lemon juice; 2 tbsp. butter, melted; Sour cream, at room temperature; 2/3 cup granulated sugar; 1 tbsp. all purpose flour; 2 cups blueberries; 3 cups all purpose flour; 1/2 tsp. baking powder; 1 egg; 3/4 cup milk; 2 tbsp. butter, melted; Cold water

Servings: persons

2 cups blueberries (wild blueberries preferred)
1/2 cup granulated sugar
1 tbsp. all purpose flour
2 tbsp. lemon juice
2 tbsp. butter, melted
Sour cream, at room temperature
2/3 cup granulated sugar
1 tbsp. all purpose flour
2 cups blueberries
3 cups all purpose flour
1/2 tsp. baking powder
1 egg
3/4 cup milk
2 tbsp. butter, melted
Cold water

1
FOR THE SAUCE: In saucepan, stir together blueberries, sugar and flour; add lemon juice and 1/4 cup water.
2
Simmer over low heat until blueberries are soft and sauce is thickened, about 5 minutes.
3
Set aside.
4
FOR THE DOUGH: In large bowl, whisk together flour and baking powder.
5
In separate bowl, whisk together egg, milk and butter; stir into flour mixture.
6
Add cold water, 1 tbsp.
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at a time (6 to 7 tbsp.
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total), until soft dough is formed.
9
Knead until dough is smooth.
10
Cover with plastic and let rest for 10 minutes.
11
Roll dough to scant 1/4 inch thickness.
12
Cut out 3 inch rounds.
13
FILLING: Whisk together sugar and flour; set aside.
14
Stretch out cut out dough rounds slightly and fill each round with scant 1 tsp.
15
flour/ sugar mixture and 1 Tbsp.
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blueberries.
17
Pull dough over filling; pinch edges together to seal.
18
Continue until dough and filling are used up, letting reworked scraps rest slightly before rolling (keep unrolled dough and filled dumplings covered with a clean tea towel).
19
In large pot of lightly salted boiled water, boil dumpling, in batches if necessary, until dough is tender at thickest edges, about 10 minutes.
20
Remove with slotted spoon to serving plate; drizzle with butter to prevent sticking.
21
Serve with blueberry sauce and sour cream on the side.
22
FOOD TIP: any leftover dough can be rolled into noodles, boiled and served with butter or sour cream.

832

kcal

Calories

Fat

157

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.
Preheat the oven fully and bake on the middle rack for the most even results.
Check for doneness a few minutes early — a toothpick in the center should come out with just a few moist crumbs.
Let it cool before slicing so it sets properly and holds its shape.
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.
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: 2 cups blueberries (wild blueberries preferred), 1/2 cup granulated sugar, 1 tbsp. all purpose flour, 2 tbsp. lemon juice, and more.

Yes, Ukrainian Blueberry Varenyky with Blueberry Sauce (Perogy/pierogi) falls under the Baking & Desserts category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3–5 days. For longer storage, freeze for up to 3 months — no need to refrigerate or reheat.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Ukrainian Blueberry Varenyky with Blueberry Sauce (Perogy/pierogi)

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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