Description
These easy Drop Dumplings are light, fluffy, and perfect for adding to soups, stews, or casseroles. Made with simple pantry ingredients like flour, baking powder, and milk, these dumplings puff up beautifully and absorb the flavors of the dish they’re cooked in. Whether served with chicken and broth or over a hearty stew, these dumplings make any meal extra comforting.
Ingredients
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tbsp baking powder
- 1 tsp salt
- 1 cup milk
- 2 tbsp melted butter (or vegetable oil)
Instructions
- Mix the Dry Ingredients:
- In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, and salt.
- Add the Wet Ingredients:
- Stir in the milk and melted butter (or oil) until the batter is just combined. Be careful not to overmix; the dough should be slightly thick but spoonable.
- Drop the Dumplings:
- Using a spoon or cookie scoop, drop spoonfuls of the batter directly into simmering soup, stew, or broth. Make sure to space them apart slightly as they will expand.
- Cook the Dumplings:
- Cover the pot and let the dumplings cook for 10-15 minutes over low heat. Avoid uncovering the pot while they cook, as the steam helps them puff up.
- Serve:
- Once the dumplings are fully cooked and fluffy, serve them with the broth or stew.
Notes
- For a more flavorful twist, add herbs like parsley, thyme, or chives to the dumpling batter.
- These dumplings are best cooked in a simmering liquid, not boiling, to ensure they stay tender and light.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 10-15 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Simmering
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 dumpling
- Calories: 130
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 390mg