Irresistible Raspberry Buttermilk Dumplings
Description
This irresistible raspberry buttermilk dumplings recipe offers a fresh, fruity change to an old-fashioned favorite; the dumplings are rich, yet light.
Ingredients
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4 1/2 cups white sugar
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4 cups black raspberries
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1 cup water
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1/4 teaspoon lemon juice
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2 cups all-purpose flour
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1/2 teaspoon baking soda
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1/4 teaspoon salt
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3 tablespoons shortening
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3/4 cup buttermilk
Directions
1
Combine 4 ½ cups sugar, raspberries, 1 cup water, and lemon juice in a large saucepan; bring to a boil. Reduce heat to low; cover and simmer, gently stirring occasionally, about 15 minutes. Add equal amounts more sugar and water, if needed, so liquid remains slightly above berries.
2
Stir flour, baking soda, and salt together in a medium bowl; cut in shortening with a pastry blender or tines of a fork to form pea-size pieces. Stir in ¾ cup buttermilk until dough comes together. Gradually add more buttermilk if dough seems stiff.
3
Drop dough into raspberry sauce, 1 tablespoon at a time; cover and simmer, about 5 minutes. Flip dumplings, cover, and cook 10 minutes more. Set aside before serving, 10 minutes.