Dive into the delightful world of these delicious cheese dumplings, perfectly paired with a nutty, sweet crumble. This recipe combines the richness of cheese with the aromatic sweetness of vanilla and lemon zest, all brought together by a crispy, buttery nut crumble topping.
Why You’ll Love This: You will adore this dish for its irresistible combination of creamy and crunchy textures. The dumplings are soft and flavorful, with a subtle hint of vanilla and lemon, while the nut crumble adds a delightful crunch and a buttery finish. It’s a perfect blend of flavors and textures that will satisfy your sweet cravings.
Perfect Occasion: These cheese dumplings are ideal for a cozy afternoon treat or as a sophisticated dessert at your next dinner party. They also make a delightful addition to a brunch menu or can be served at festive gatherings where you want to impress your guests with something uniquely delicious.
Decoration Tips: Serve these dumplings on a pretty dessert plate and dust them lightly with powdered sugar for a touch of elegance. A side of fruit jam adds color and a tangy contrast that complements the sweet nut crumble. For a festive touch, garnish with fresh mint leaves or a sprinkle of edible flowers.
Ingredients for about 10 dumplings:
- 500g soft cheese (10% or 20% fat)
- 60g softened butter
- 140g wheat semolina
- 4 tablespoons bread crumbs
- 2 eggs
- Seeds from half a vanilla pod
- Grated zest of one lemon
For the dumpling mixture:
- Combine all ingredients using a mixer until smooth.
- Chill the mixture in the refrigerator for about 30 minutes.
For the crumble:
- 50g bread crumbs
- 50g ground hazelnuts
- 40g butter
- 3-4 tablespoons sugar
- In a pan, mix all the crumble ingredients and cook until lightly browned.
Cooking the dumplings:
- Using a tablespoon, scoop the chilled mixture to form dumplings.
- Gently cook the dumplings in simmering water for about 10 minutes.
- Drain the dumplings and roll them in the prepared crumble mixture.
- Dust with powdered sugar and serve with jam.
Enjoy this wonderful dish that blends creamy textures with a crispy, nutty topping, sure to delight your taste buds!
