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Prep Time: 15 Minutes Cook Time: 25 Minutes |
Ready In: 40 Minutes Servings: 8 |
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To give your meal a warm and cozy ending, look no further than this comforting dessert. Tender, homemade dumplings are nestled in a thick, rich maple syrup.Denise Boutin, Grand Isle, Vermont Ingredients:
2 cups king arthur unbleached all-purpose flour |
3 teaspoons baking powder |
1/4 cup shortening |
3/4 cup 2% milk |
2 cups maple syrup |
1/2 cup water |
optional toppings: vanilla ice cream or whipped cream |
Directions:
1. In a large bowl, combine flour and baking powder. Cut in shortening until crumbly. Gradually add milk, tossing with a fork until dough forms a ball; set aside.
2. In a small saucepan, bring syrup and water to a boil. Carefully pour into an 11-in. x 7-in. baking dish. Drop dough by tablespoonfuls into syrup mixture.
3. Bake, uncovered, at 400° for 22-28 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in a dumpling comes out clean. Serve warm with ice cream or whipped cream if desired. Yield: 8 servings.
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